Vandelli Alfonso al Sorapiss
5.0About
Vandelli Alfonso sits at 1926m in the Boite Valley, roughly 90 minutes on foot from the valley floor. The hut anchors the northern reaches of the Sorapiss massif and works well as a base for day walks into the Tre Cime di Lavaredo area or as a stop on longer traverses through the Dolomites. The original building dates to 1891 and has been rebuilt several times after avalanches and fire—a reminder of the exposure on this slope.
The hut holds 42 beds plus 6 emergency places. Full meals and packed lunches are available. Water comes from the mountain source. Showers work (a real plus at this elevation), and there's WiFi if you need it. The CAI staff it fully in summer; winter access is possible but the hut runs unstaffed, so you need to be self-sufficient.
Book directly through rifugi.cai.it or by email and phone (contact details on the CAI website). July and August fill fast—aim for 6 weeks ahead. June and September are quieter but still require advance notice. Winter visits need coordination with CAI in advance; check conditions before heading up.
The hut holds 42 beds plus 6 emergency places. Full meals and packed lunches are available. Water comes from the mountain source. Showers work (a real plus at this elevation), and there's WiFi if you need it. The CAI staff it fully in summer; winter access is possible but the hut runs unstaffed, so you need to be self-sufficient.
Book directly through rifugi.cai.it or by email and phone (contact details on the CAI website). July and August fill fast—aim for 6 weeks ahead. June and September are quieter but still require advance notice. Winter visits need coordination with CAI in advance; check conditions before heading up.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead for July and August via rifugi.cai.it or email; shoulder season (June, September) requires less lead time.
Staffed and serving meals from June to September; open but unstaffed in winter.
The hut sits at 1926m roughly 90 minutes on foot from the Boite Valley floor.
Full meals are served, plus showers, drinking water, and WiFi; the hut holds 42 beds.
Yes—the approach is moderate (90 minutes from the valley) and the hut caters to family groups with meals and basic facilities.
Location
46.5217, 12.2266
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI
- Total
- 42
- Emergency
- 6
Facilities
Wifi
Showers
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +39 043639015
- Website
- https://www.rifugiovandelli.it
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