Karnische Alpen i.e.S. (SOIUSA)

Alpine huts and shelters in Karnische Alpen i.e.S.

This collection features essential mountain refuges and traditional alpine huts along the Carnic High Trail (Karnischer Höhenweg), spanning the border between Austria and Italy. Located at elevations between 1,400 and 2,100 meters, these shelters provide strategic bases for high-altitude trekking. Many serve regional Carinthian and Friulian specialties, while others offer basic bivouac facilities or historical significance from World War I. Key sites include the high-altitude Rifugio Marinelli and the lakeside Obstansersee-Hütte.

Alpine Huts and Shelters — Map

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Obere Frondell-Alm

Alpine hut situated at 1,523 meters offering regional cuisine and restaurant services.

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B

rifugio ten. g. Fabbro

Mountain refuge located along the Alta Via n. 6, also known as the Alta Via dei Silenzi, in the Dolomite range.

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Sillianer Hütte

Austrian Alpine Club hut on the Carnic Ridge featuring a beer garden. It serves as a key stop for hikers on the high-altitude trails.

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Rifugio Giovanni e Olinto Marinelli

The highest alpine base in the Carnic Alps of Friuli-Venezia Giulia, located at the foot of Monte Coglians.

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E

Straniger Alm

Alpine hut located at 1,479 meters providing Wi-Fi access for visitors.

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Porzehütte

Category I mountain hut managed by the Austrian Alpine Club, located in the Tyrolean section of the Carnic Alps.

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G

Obstansersee-Hütte

Category I Alpine Club hut in East Tyrol situated by a lake. The site offers boat rentals for visitors.

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Filmoor

Mountain shelter managed by the Austrian Alpine Club, located on the main Carnic Ridge.

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Casera Promosio

Alpine refuge in Paluzza, situated within a natural grassy amphitheater near the border.

J

Zollnersee Hütte

Alpine hut serving regional cuisine near the Zollnersee lake. It was formerly known as the Dr.-Steinwender-Hütte.

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Bivacco Ernesto Lomasti

A basic bivouac shelter located at an elevation of 1,920 meters in the Carnic Alps.

L

Rifugio Fratelli De Gasperi

Mountain shelter located in the municipality of Prato Carnico within the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region.

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Rifugio Chiampizzulon

Mountain refuge in Rigolato, situated on the slopes of Crete di Chiampizzulon and Monte Pleros in the Degano Valley.

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Rifugio Tita Piaz

Refuge situated at 1,417 meters near the Pura Pass, positioned between Mounts Nauleni and Tinisuta.

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Rifugio Lambertenghi Romanin

Alpine refuge in Forni Avoltri, located near the Volaia Pass on the border between Italy and Austria.

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Rifugio Edoardo Tolazzi

Mountain refuge at the base of Monte Coglians, serving as a primary starting point for high-altitude climbs.

Q

Baita Goles

Alpine restaurant specializing in regional cuisine, featuring free Wi-Fi access.

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Rifugio Eimblat de Ribn

Mountain restaurant offering regional cuisine and equipped with shower facilities.

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Rifugio Gortani

Italian alpine restaurant featuring regional cuisine and wheelchair-accessible facilities.

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Rifugio Nordio-Deffar

Mountain refuge at 1,406 meters in the upper Uque Valley, Ugovizza. The facility includes showers.

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