Madriccio Refuge is one of the highest roads of Europe
Rifugio Madriccio-Madrisch Hütte is a high mountain refuge at an elevation of 2,828 m (9,278 ft) above sea level, located in South Tyrol, Italy. It's one of the highest roads in Europe.
Where is Madriccio Refuge?
The refuge is located in the Trentino-Alto Adige/Südtirol region, in the northern part of Italy, near the Swiss border, at the foot of the Ortler mountain in the Vinschgau valley, east of the Stelvio Pass.
Is the road to Madriccio Refuge unpaved?
The road to the refuge is entirely unpaved and extremely steep. Only 4x4 vehicles are allowed, and it is closed to private vehicles.
How long is the road to Madriccio Refuge?
Starting from Solda, the road is 6 km (3.72 miles) long, with an elevation gain of 923 m and an average gradient of 15.38%. It's one of the highest roads in the country.
Is the road to Madriccio Refuge open in winter?
Located high in the Ortler Alps, the road is completely impassable from October through May. From the refuge, a small trail, accessible only by bike, climbs up to Madritschjoch - Passo del Madriccio (46.491296, 10.629272), a high mountain pass at an elevation of 3,123 m (10,246 ft) above sea level. It’s extremely steep, with no phone coverage.
Pic: Ulrich Haaf