Ricovero Casera Goriuda Di Sopra

Ricovero Casera Goriuda Di Sopra sits at 1,405m in the Julian Alps near the Italian-Slovenian border. Approach from the village of Kobarid in the Soča Valley; the hut lies above the Goriuda plateau, roughly 2.5 hours on foot from valley settlements. This is a mountain refuge set deep in pastoral terrain, not a mainstream hiking hub. Most parties reach it as part of longer traverses through the upper valleys.
The refuge is tiny—4 beds only—and operates as a self-catering shelter with a basic kitchen. There is no running water on-site, so bring sufficient water or collect from nearby streams. The hut functions year-round but sees minimal use outside summer months. Expect basic Alpine refuge conditions: no heating, minimal furnishings, no meals provided. The location suits self-sufficient mountaineers planning ski traverses or summer ridge walks in the surrounding ranges.
Book directly with PZS (Planinska zveza Slovenije) or contact local huts in the Kobarid area for current information and access details. Winter access may be difficult; confirm conditions before traveling. With only 4 beds, summer weekends fill quickly. Bring all food and fuel. This hut rewards those seeking solitude and self-reliance over comfort and services.