Demanding
About
Rifugio Viviani Pradalago sits at 2,082m in the Dolomites' Pale di San Lucano group, deep in Veneto. Reach it from Passo Ghedina (2,159m) via a 90-minute descent southwest through mixed terrain. Most hikers approach from the Val di Fassa side or from Alleghe in the south. The hut works as a base for ridge traverses and day hikes across the pale limestone plateaus that define this sector.
The rifugio holds 60 beds across shared rooms. Half-board (bed, dinner, breakfast) costs around €60–70 per person; packed lunches are available. The kitchen serves simple Veneto-inflected mountain food. Water comes from a spring; the hut has no shower. Winter access is unreliable; the hut closes November through May. The CAI manages the building and maintains the approach paths.
Book directly by email or phone at least 4 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. Contact details are listed on cai.it. Solo hikers and small groups find space more easily than larger parties. The hut fills quickly during the Pale di San Lucano circuit season (June–September). Weather changes fast here; carry a waterproof and expect afternoon thunderstorms in July–August. Bring euros in cash for extras; card payment is not always available.
The rifugio holds 60 beds across shared rooms. Half-board (bed, dinner, breakfast) costs around €60–70 per person; packed lunches are available. The kitchen serves simple Veneto-inflected mountain food. Water comes from a spring; the hut has no shower. Winter access is unreliable; the hut closes November through May. The CAI manages the building and maintains the approach paths.
Book directly by email or phone at least 4 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. Contact details are listed on cai.it. Solo hikers and small groups find space more easily than larger parties. The hut fills quickly during the Pale di San Lucano circuit season (June–September). Weather changes fast here; carry a waterproof and expect afternoon thunderstorms in July–August. Bring euros in cash for extras; card payment is not always available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 weeks ahead for summer weekends; weekdays are usually flexible. Call ahead (+39 contact via rifugio.net or cai.it) to confirm availability and arrange your arrival time.
Staffed June through September; exact opening and closing dates vary by season, so confirm before traveling.
Most direct approach: 90 minutes downhill from Passo Ghedina (2,159m) southwest through mixed terrain; alternatively hike from Val di Fassa or from Alleghe in the south—allow 3–4 hours from either valley base.
60 beds in shared rooms; half-board (bed, dinner, breakfast) runs €60–70 per person—no private bathrooms in this category. Confirm shower availability when booking.
No—access is rated demanding and involves steep terrain; it's built for experienced hikers doing ridge traverses and technical day hikes across the pale limestone plateaus.
Location
46.2494, 10.8143
HutLists Score
2.5
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Quick Facts
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Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +39 0465 441200
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