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About
Rifugio Sores sits at 1,205m in the Dolomites foothills of Veneto, on the edge of the Astico Valley. The hut is reached via a 2.5-hour walk from the village of Astico or a 3-hour approach from Passo Xomo. The trail climbs steadily through beech forest with moderate gradient—suited to walkers with basic fitness. Mountain bikes can access the hut via forest road from Astico (1.5 hours) if conditions allow; confirm access ahead with management.
The rifugio operates year-round and sleeps 50 guests in mixed and private rooms. The kitchen serves three meals daily: hearty soups, polenta, and meat dishes typical of Veneto mountain cooking. The bar stocks local wine and grappa. Facilities include hot showers, a drying room, and charging points. The hut sits on a key junction between valley and ridge routes, making it a natural basecamp for day hikes into higher Astico terrain.
Book directly with the hut by phone or email at least two weeks ahead, especially for summer weekends and autumn (September–October) when the forest is accessible and weather reliable. July and August draw steady crowds; Tuesday to Thursday offer quieter nights. Winter visits require advance confirmation as snow and road closures can limit access.
The rifugio operates year-round and sleeps 50 guests in mixed and private rooms. The kitchen serves three meals daily: hearty soups, polenta, and meat dishes typical of Veneto mountain cooking. The bar stocks local wine and grappa. Facilities include hot showers, a drying room, and charging points. The hut sits on a key junction between valley and ridge routes, making it a natural basecamp for day hikes into higher Astico terrain.
Book directly with the hut by phone or email at least two weeks ahead, especially for summer weekends and autumn (September–October) when the forest is accessible and weather reliable. July and August draw steady crowds; Tuesday to Thursday offer quieter nights. Winter visits require advance confirmation as snow and road closures can limit access.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2-3 weeks ahead during summer weekends; weekdays have more availability. Call the rifugio directly to reserve—phone booking is the standard method here.
It's staffed reliably from June through September; outside these months, call ahead to confirm availability as staffing is reduced.
The easiest approach is 2.5 hours from Astico village via a steady trail through beech forest; alternatively 3 hours from Passo Xomo. Mountain bikes can use the forest road from Astico in 1.5 hours if conditions permit—confirm with the rifugio first.
Rifugio Sores has 50 beds and serves meals; check directly by phone for details on shower facilities and menu options.
Yes—the 2.5-hour walk from Astico is moderate gradient through forest, manageable for anyone with basic fitness and suitable for families with older children.
Location
46.3187, 11.1352
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