Rifugio La Montanara

Perched at an altitude of 1,525 meters on the slopes of Monte Pradel, Rifugio La Montanara offers a quintessential Alpine hut experience. Accessible by a scenic hike from the Molveno-Pradel cable car upper station (Pradel, excluded), this charming mountain refuge provides simple, cozy accommodation and serves hearty, traditional Trentino cuisine. It's a popular stop for hikers, mountain bikers, and snowshoe enthusiasts, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Dolomites and Lake Molveno below. The rifugio is renowned for its warm hospitality, authentic atmosphere, and delicious homemade 'strudel'. It typically operates from June to September and during the winter ski season for lunch breaks, with limited overnight accommodation available on request. Prices for a bed in a dormitory are around 25-35 EUR, meals separate.