Rifugio San Marco
1,823m
Veneto, Italy
About
Rifugio San Marco sits at 1823m in the Valle del Boite, where three of the Dolomites' long-distance trails converge: Alta Via 3, 4, and 5. Reach it from Cortina d'Ampezzo via the Passo Ghedina approach, a steady 2.5-3 hour hike from the pass. The hut has been rebuilt and expanded since 1895 but retains its original character. It works equally well as a staging point for multi-day traverses or a day trip destination from the valley floor.
The hut holds 39 beds plus 2 emergency places across simple rooms. CAI staff serve meals in summer and provide basic hot food in winter. Hot showers run year-round. Bring your own drinking water or fill from the tap. There's no WiFi. The staffed season runs roughly June to September; winter access depends on snow conditions and you'll need to be self-sufficient for cooking.
Book well ahead for July and August—aim for 2-3 months minimum. Contact via email at the CAI rifugi portal (rifugi.cai.it) or call directly. Shoulder seasons (June, September) are far quieter and still offer reliable staffing.
The hut holds 39 beds plus 2 emergency places across simple rooms. CAI staff serve meals in summer and provide basic hot food in winter. Hot showers run year-round. Bring your own drinking water or fill from the tap. There's no WiFi. The staffed season runs roughly June to September; winter access depends on snow conditions and you'll need to be self-sufficient for cooking.
Book well ahead for July and August—aim for 2-3 months minimum. Contact via email at the CAI rifugi portal (rifugi.cai.it) or call directly. Shoulder seasons (June, September) are far quieter and still offer reliable staffing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 3–4 months ahead for July and August; email or call directly, or use rifugi.cai.it.
Staffed from June to September; open but unstaffed in winter.
Hike 2.5–3 hours from Passo Ghedina (above Cortina d'Ampezzo) via the steady approach trail to 1823m.
Full meals served daily; drinking water and hot showers available.
Yes—it's a solid family destination with a gentle 2.5–3 hour approach and all essential facilities.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI
- Season
- –
- Total
- 39
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- 2
- Private rooms
Facilities
Showers
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +39 04369444
- Website
- https://www.rifugiosanmarco.com