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About
Rifugio Potzmauer sits at 1,282m on the slopes above Feltre in the Veneto foothills. The hut anchors several valley walks and ridge traverses through beech forest and open pasture. Most walkers approach from Feltre town (30km south) via the hamlet of Arten, a 2–2.5 hour ascent on marked paths. The location works well as a base for day walks across the Val Belluno plateau or as a stopping point on longer routes linking the low-altitude rifugios of the eastern Dolomite fringe.
The rifugio is family-run and modest in scale, with around 30 beds split between simple doubles and dorms. Half-board is standard; the kitchen does straightforward regional cooking using local meat and seasonal vegetables. Facilities are basic but clean—no en-suite rooms, shared bathrooms with hot water. The hut opens year-round, though winter brings unpredictable access and reduced staffing; check conditions before planning a winter visit. There's no phone signal inside the building, but the owners keep a landline for emergencies and advance calls.
Book by phone during daylight hours (numbers available through cai.it or rifughi.net). The hut rarely turns away walkers in summer, but weekends and July–August can fill. If you're arriving unannounced, call ahead from Feltre to confirm availability. The hut sits just outside the main CAI network but maintains reciprocal agreements with affiliated clubs.
The rifugio is family-run and modest in scale, with around 30 beds split between simple doubles and dorms. Half-board is standard; the kitchen does straightforward regional cooking using local meat and seasonal vegetables. Facilities are basic but clean—no en-suite rooms, shared bathrooms with hot water. The hut opens year-round, though winter brings unpredictable access and reduced staffing; check conditions before planning a winter visit. There's no phone signal inside the building, but the owners keep a landline for emergencies and advance calls.
Book by phone during daylight hours (numbers available through cai.it or rifughi.net). The hut rarely turns away walkers in summer, but weekends and July–August can fill. If you're arriving unannounced, call ahead from Feltre to confirm availability. The hut sits just outside the main CAI network but maintains reciprocal agreements with affiliated clubs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 weeks ahead during peak summer, earlier for weekends; contact them directly by phone or check rifuginet.it for availability and reservations.
The hut is staffed during summer months (typically June–September); confirm exact dates by phone before planning your trip, as Alpine huts adjust for weather and demand.
Start from Feltre town (30km south) via the hamlet of Arten on marked paths; the ascent is 2–2.5 hours on easy terrain with no scrambling required.
Standard mountain hut setup: hot meals, drinks, and basic bunk beds; no en-suite showers, but you'll have access to washing facilities—bring your own towel and toiletries.
Yes—the easy 2–2.5 hour approach and low elevation make it ideal for families and hiking newcomers; it works as a comfortable base for day walks across the Val Belluno plateau.
Location
46.2349, 11.2516
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Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +39 347 2251788
- Website
- http://www.rifugiopotzmauer.it
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