Rifugio Biella

Perched beneath the striking Croda del Becco (Seekofel), Rifugio Biella marks the first major stage of the Alta Via 1, setting the tone for one of the best hiking tours in the Dolomites. Its remote setting offers sweeping views across the Braies Valley and the Fanes peaks, making it an unforgettable reward after the climb from Lago di Braies. The refuge combines authentic alpine simplicity with the warm hospitality of a traditional mountain hut. Many of our Selfguided Dolomites Alta Via 1 itineraries — part of the best of hiking tours in the Dolomites — include a night here, where hikers can truly feel the spirit of high-altitude adventure and the serenity of the mountains.