Fonda Savio mountain hut hike

From the Misurina lake at the Tre Cime di Lavaredo to the rifugio Fonda Savio mountain hut in the Cadini di Misurina

Rifugio Fonda Savio mountain hut at the foot of the Torre Wundt tower

Duration forward run

01:30h

Duration

02:30h

Length

6.1km

Height gain

525m

moderate

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In the mountain massif of the Cadini di Misurina lies the popular rifugio Fonda Savio mountain hut, on whose terrace a picturesque panorama is combined with culinary delights. To this family-run mountain hut leads an easy hiking trail.

Fonda Savio mountain hut enjoys great popularity

Directions to the rifugio Fonda Savio mountain hut

The starting point of the hike to the rifugio Fonda Savio mountain hut is the hikers parking lot located between the Misurina lake and the Antorno lake, which can be reached via Misurina or hiked to in about a quarter of an hour.

Following the sign no. 115 in the direction of Rifugio Fonda Savio mountain hut, the hiking trail first climbs steadily up the slopes covered with larch trees.

Gradually the forest thins out to reveal the striking, red-colored Croda Rossa, the historic Monte Piano and the Picco di Vallandro behind it.

Behind the tree line, the path winds its way in a now gentler ascent along the Cadini di Misurina rocky outcrop to the rifugio Fonda Savio mountain hut.

After a last steep section, you reach this family-run mountain hut at an altitude of 2,367 m, which invites you to enjoy a stop at the foot of the Torre Wundt. In addition to the lovingly prepared traditional dishes, hikers can also expect tempting homemade pastries.

The way back from the rifugio Fonda Savio mountain hut is the same as on the way there.

In the background rise the red colored Croda Rossa, the Monte Piano and the Picco di Vallandro

Interesting detail about the Rifugio Fonda Savio mountain hut

The Fonda Savio mountain hut is named after the three brothers Piero, Paolo and Sergio Fonda-Savio who gave their lives during the second world war. The brothers' parents were the officer and entrepreneur Antonio Fonda-Savio and Letizia Svevo, daughter of the famous Italian writer Italo Svevo.

The trail winds along the rocky ravines to the Fonda Savio mountain hut

Notes on the rifugio Fonda Savio mountain hut

Sure-footed hikers can also hike to the Fonda Savio mountain hut via the forcella Rinbianco, making it a nice circular hike.

The rifugio Fonda Savio mountain hut is the starting point of some popular fixed rope routes (via ferrata).

Pictures Fonda Savio mountain hut hike

Rifugio Fonda Savio mountain hut at the foot of the Torre Wundt tower

The trail winds along the rocky ravines to the Fonda Savio mountain hut

In the background rise the red colored Croda Rossa, the Monte Piano and the Picco di Vallandro

Fonda Savio mountain hut enjoys great popularity

Across picturesque larch slopes to the Fonda Savio mountain hut

The path to the Rifugio Fonda Savio mountain hut is framed by dolomite rocks

The Croda Rossa is considered the most difficult three-thousand-meter peak of the Dolomites

Ascent to the rifugio Fonda Savio mountain hut

The last meters of ascent to the Fonda Savio mountain hut

Monte Piano in the center of the picture was the scene of cruel battles during the first world war

The hike to the Fonda Savio mountain hut is well signposted

Framed by chalky white rocks, the Rifugio Fonda Savio mountain hut

Gradually the forest thins out....

The climb to the Fonda Savio mountain hut goes through the forest

The hike to the Fonda Savio mountain hut starts from the hikers parking lot

Infos Fonda Savio mountain hut hike

Duration:02:30 h
Length:6.1 km
Height gain:525 m

Min. elevation:1832 m
Max. elevation:2358 m