Carbonin Rifugio di Vallandro mountain hut winter

The Rifugio di Vallandro mountain hut on the edge of Prato Piazza is also a popular hiking destination in winter. In addition to the classic access from the northern edge of Prato Piazza, a beautiful winter hiking trail also leads from Carbonin to this idyllically situated mountain hut.

Route description Rifugio di Vallandro mountain hut Carbonin Winter

The winter hike to the Rifugio di Vallandro mountain hut begins at the car park behind the hotel in Carbonin.

On the opposite side of the road, the rolled hiking trail no. 37 to the Rifugio di Vallandro mountain hut takes its start. It winds its way in a pleasant ascent through the wintery snow-covered forest, opening up again and again beautiful views of the surrounding Dolomites, which include, for example, Monte Cristallo, the Cadini di Misurina or the reddish colored Croda Rossa. If you wish, you can shorten the ascent on the tracked paths that branch off from the wide path.

After about 450 meters of ascent, the forest clears, behind which the hike continues against the dreamy backdrop of the surrounding Dolomites through snow-covered alpine meadows to the Rifugio di Vallandro mountain hut and the fortress towering next to it, already visible.

Finally, at an altitude of 2,040 m, the idyllically situated Rifugio di Vallandro mountain hut tempts you to stop for a break. On the panoramic terrace and in the comfortably warm parlor, guests are served carefully prepared dishes, even in winter.

The way back from the Rifugio di Vallandro mountain hut is the same as on the way there. If you wish, you can extend the hike and, for example, climb up to the Monte Specie, which is rich in views, or continue hiking to the northern edge of the Prato Piazza.

Indicated walking time Carbonin Rifugio di Vallandro mountain hut

Carbonin - Rifugio di Vallandro mountain hut: 2:10 h

Things to know about the Rifugio di Vallandro mountain hut

By the way, the fortress next to the Rifugio di Vallandro was built in 1885-1890 to secure the access to the Val di Braies Vecchia valley and the Valle di Landro valley. During the World War 1, the Austrian front passed through here.

Infos Carbonin Rifugio di Vallandro mountain hut winter

• Duration:04:00 h
• Length:12.8 km
• Height gain:575 m

• Min. elevation:1451 m
• Max. elevation:2031 m