About
Rifugio delle 4 Provincie sits at 1,540m in the Ligurian Apennines, where the borders of Genoa, La Spezia, Alessandria, and Piacenza meet. Reach it from Torriglia (1 hour 45 minutes) via the Val d'Aveto valley, or from Rezzoaglio (2 hours). The hut anchors a network of ridge walks and forest trails through beech and chestnut woodland. Summer hikers use it as a base for crossing to the Piacenza side or dropping down to the coastal plain. Winter closes access above 800m, but mild spells can open the approach.
The rifugio operates year-round and holds 40 people in shared rooms. Meals are Italian mountain cooking—pasta, risotto, polenta. Showers work most days. Half-board costs around €60–70. The hut manages its own water supply and diesel heating. Phone service is patchy. Opening hours shift with the season, so confirm before arriving in shoulder months. The attached bar serves espresso and grappa to day hikers.
Book direct by phone (+39 0185 379 117) or email. July and August fill Friday to Sunday. April through June and September through October are quieter and often have better weather for walking. Winter bookings are rare but possible; call ahead to check if the road is passable. The SAT (Società degli Alpinisti Trentini) manages this hut, though CAI members receive no special rate.
The rifugio operates year-round and holds 40 people in shared rooms. Meals are Italian mountain cooking—pasta, risotto, polenta. Showers work most days. Half-board costs around €60–70. The hut manages its own water supply and diesel heating. Phone service is patchy. Opening hours shift with the season, so confirm before arriving in shoulder months. The attached bar serves espresso and grappa to day hikers.
Book direct by phone (+39 0185 379 117) or email. July and August fill Friday to Sunday. April through June and September through October are quieter and often have better weather for walking. Winter bookings are rare but possible; call ahead to check if the road is passable. The SAT (Società degli Alpinisti Trentini) manages this hut, though CAI members receive no special rate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 weeks ahead for weekends and July–August; weekday visits can often be arranged with shorter notice. Check rifugio.net or contact the hut directly, as they manage their own reservations.
Typically open May through October for regular staffing; winter access above 800m is generally closed, though mild spells may allow day visits. Confirm current dates before planning.
Two main approaches: 1 hour 45 minutes from Torriglia via Val d'Aveto, or 2 hours from Rezzoaglio. Both are moderate ridge and forest trails gaining roughly 700m.
Expect basic dormitory beds and a dining room with hot meals; shower facilities are typically cold-water or limited. Bring a towel and confirm hot water availability when you book.
Yes—the approach trails are well-marked and non-technical, making it good for fit families and hiking beginners, though the 2-hour climb and basic facilities mean children should be 8+ and comfortable with simple mountain hut life.
Location
44.6758, 9.1963
HutLists Score
4.0
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Quick Facts
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- CAI
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
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