Rifugio Cinque Torri

Veneto Dolomites


This summer-only refuge enjoys a spectacular location right at the base of the 5 Torri. Run by the Lelo family since 1937, it has hosted world-famous mountaineers and monarchs in its simple rustic rooms. Come midday, parties of climbers and hikers descend from the rock face for barley soup, plump casonciei ravioli and apple strudel.

In August, the SR48 access road is restricted and a shuttle operates from Cortina d'Ampezzo


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

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