The best treks among mountain huts
Trails to experience the mountains through one-of-a-kind stops at mountain huts
The most beautiful goals are those that can be reached with a little effort! For this reason, the trails that lead to the mountain huts have a special value for those who love trekking and walking: that of knowing that upon arrival a welcoming place awaits you where, and you can eat and drink and enjoy a luxury that you will not find in ordinary hotels: total immersion in Alpine nature.
And then there is an added value that you can only find here: the hut manager. With his infinite experience and knowledge of the mountains, he can share with you indispensable tips and tricks for your journey at high altitude. Our advice is to try the experience of an overnight in a hut, which, in some cases, is the only way to reach places that otherwise you would not be able to reach in a single-day trek.
The lights up here are turned off early and you can experience the thrill of star gazing; in the hut, you sleep in shared rooms that perhaps are not equipped with all comforts, but can repay you with the pleasure of chatting with other adventure companions, sharing in the passion for walks and for life outdoors.
If you want to discover the true essence of Trentino we suggest these 5 trails, from hut to hut!
Before setting out on an excursion at altitude, plan your trip with care. If you are inexperienced or you intend to tackle a route graded as technically difficult, then consult an alpine or mountain guide. You should also contact the refuge warden in the area you’ll be visiting for the latest weather information and to discuss whether your route is advisable. Take prudent precautions, wear suitable clothing for your route, and remember to act responsibly in the mountains at all times.
Trekking Rifugio Cacciatore - Rifugio Agostini
The trail between the Cacciatore Hut and the Agostini Hut, in Upper Val D’Ambiez, can be covered along a very suggestive loop trail, at the foot of the Brenta Dolomites.
The Agostini Hut is particularly suitable as a starting point for summer rock climbing courses, among the most famous routes of the Brenta, especially at the Ambiez top, and panoramic excursions through the Via delle Bocchette.
Two days in the mountains and one night at the al Rifugio Pernici
Spending an overnight in a hut is always an emotion: this itinerary includes a night at high altitude and a panoramic descent towards Riva del Garda, with views that range from the Brenta Dolomites to the Garda, Molveno and Ledro lakes. The experience at the Pernici Hut will be unforgettable, with typical Trentino dishes offered at the Hut and the spectacle of dawn that illuminates the peaks little by little.
Alta Via Del Granito – Lagorai
The Alta Via del Granito is a splendid loop trail, in the singular granite island of Cima d’Asta - Cime di Rava group, in the Lagorai chain. Three days of easy walking among spectacular natural landscapes, harsh memories of WWI, mountain cottages and pastures, and exemplary testimonies of the ancient pact of man with nature.
Tour of the Brenta Dolomites - Rifugi Casinei, Tuckett and Brentei
Famous loop trail that allows you to reach and get to know the most famous huts in the Brenta Dolomites. Classic excursion of medium difficulty over a long distance, with a spectacular view of the majestic “Crozzon di Brenta”, the Dolomites and the Adamello-Presanella group. A must-see for lovers of the Dolomites and life in a mountain hut.
From Malgamare to the Rifugio “Guido Larcher”
Pleasant excursion in the majestic landscape of the Ortles-Cevedale group, in the Stelvio National Park. The Larcher al Cevedale Hut is also the ideal base for getting close to splendid peaks: Cevedale, Zuffal, Rosole, Palon de la Mare and Vioz. By staying overnight in the hut, you will be immediately ready to leave for new adventures the next morning!
