A hanging valley of glacial origin, nestled beneath the Marmolada, reachable from Alba di Canazei only on foot, by mountain bike or by shuttle bus.
A taxi service operates from the car park of the "Ciampac" gondola in Alba to Baita Locia Contrin hut, the gateway to the namesake valley, which is closed to vehicular traffic. From here, continue on foot to reach the Contrin mountain hut: a 3.4 km hike with a 280 m elevation gain. The final stretch, with several hairpin bends, is more demanding due to the gradient and uneven terrain. Average walking time: 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Val Contrin is a valley to be crossed slowly, taking the time to lie in the sun and dream up stories inspired by the mountain silhouettes - contours that enchant, so close they seem within reach. Overlooking the valley are the Contrin hut and, just above it, Malga Contrin (dairy). Behind you stands the Sella Group, with the Marmolada on your left and "Colac" on your right. Marking the way is the "Ruf de Contrin" stream, surrounded by gravel slopes, larches and wide alpine pastures, perfect for capturing a view of the stunning Sassolungo. Contrin served as the Austrian military base for the entire Austro-Italian front during the Great War. Trenches and command posts from that era can still be seen along the trail.
Dogs allowed (1 per shuttle), for a fee and on a leash and muzzle.
Main features
Opening hours
26 May - 12 October 2025: every day from 07:30 to 11:00, from 16:00 to 20:30
Reservation required within the previous day
For the return journey, call the taxi driver
Tickets can be purchased on board
Prices
Single trip 1 to 4 persons € 32
Single trip from 5 persons € 8 per person
ONLY from 26 May to 22 June and from 8 September to 12 October, with Val di Fassa Guest Card, 1 free round-trip ticket
Transport is free for Val di Fassa Guest Card holders, as long as at least 3 people are travelling on the shuttle bus for each journey
