About
Rifugio Scarpon sits at 2,550m on the eastern flank of the Tre Cime di Lavaredo massif in the Veneto Dolomites. Most hikers approach from Auronzo di Cadore, a 3-hour trek via the Sorau valley that gains 1,200m steadily through larch forest and alpine meadow. The hut sits astride the Tre Cime high route—the natural hub for climbers and ridge walkers tackling the surrounding peaks and via ferratas.
The rifugio holds 24 beds split across 7 private rooms, ranging from doubles to larger family configurations. Half-board is standard: evening meals feature local Veneto cooking and polenta, breakfast is typical Italian style. Water comes from spring sources; showers are available. The hut operates year-round but is busiest June to September and during Easter week. Winter access requires mountain skills and snowshoe competence.
Book direct by email or phone. July and August demand booking 8–10 weeks ahead. May, June, and September are less crowded but still need advance notice—try 4–6 weeks. The hut sits within CAI jurisdiction; rifugi.net carries basic information though Scarpon manages its own bookings independently. Confirm opening dates in shoulder seasons before planning your approach.
The rifugio holds 24 beds split across 7 private rooms, ranging from doubles to larger family configurations. Half-board is standard: evening meals feature local Veneto cooking and polenta, breakfast is typical Italian style. Water comes from spring sources; showers are available. The hut operates year-round but is busiest June to September and during Easter week. Winter access requires mountain skills and snowshoe competence.
Book direct by email or phone. July and August demand booking 8–10 weeks ahead. May, June, and September are less crowded but still need advance notice—try 4–6 weeks. The hut sits within CAI jurisdiction; rifugi.net carries basic information though Scarpon manages its own bookings independently. Confirm opening dates in shoulder seasons before planning your approach.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2-3 weeks ahead during peak summer season (July-August); call ahead on the number listed on rifugio.net or cai.it. With only 24 beds, weekends fill quickly.
Staffed June through September during the hiking season; exact dates vary by year, so confirm current opening dates before planning your trip.
Start from Auronzo di Cadore and hike 3 hours via the Sorau valley, gaining 1,200m through larch forest and meadow to reach 2,550m.
24 beds in 7 private rooms (doubles to family rooms); expect basic alpine hut facilities with meals provided—typical rifugio fare of pasta, polenta, and local cheese.
Better for experienced hikers tackling the Tre Cime high route and via ferratas; the 1,200m ascent and exposure on surrounding peaks demand solid fitness and scrambling ability, though the hut's private family rooms suit multi-generational groups planning less technical days.
Location
45.8746, 11.7932
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI
- Total
- 24
- Private rooms
- 7
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +39 328 1021027
- Website
- http://www.rifugioscarpon.it/
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