About
Rifugio Monte Tobbio sits at 1,402m on the Ligurian ridge dividing the Aveto valley from the Trebbia valley. The standard approach is a 2.5-hour walk from Passo del Tomarlo (1,030m), following the ridge trail north. Most hikers reach the pass via the Aveto valley road from Rezzoaglio; allow 45 minutes driving from the coast. The hut marks a natural stage on multi-day ridge traverses linking the Ligurian Apennines, particularly the route south toward Passo Gottaccia or north toward Rifugio Antola.
The refuge operates year-round and accommodates 30 people across 10 rooms with basic shared facilities. The guardian cooks hot meals daily using local ingredients; half-board rates are standard. Water comes from a spring. The hut functions as a working shelter rather than a destination in itself—expect rustic conditions and a mixed clientele of hikers, ridge-walkers, and locals using the road access. Summer weekends attract significant traffic; midweek visits are quieter. Winter access depends on snow conditions.
Contact the hut directly by phone to check opening status and book meals, especially on weekends. The CAI manages the refuge and lists it on cai.it. Book 1–2 weeks ahead for July and August Saturdays. The hut has intermittent mobile signal; email responses may be slow. Arrive by 17:00 for dinner service.
The refuge operates year-round and accommodates 30 people across 10 rooms with basic shared facilities. The guardian cooks hot meals daily using local ingredients; half-board rates are standard. Water comes from a spring. The hut functions as a working shelter rather than a destination in itself—expect rustic conditions and a mixed clientele of hikers, ridge-walkers, and locals using the road access. Summer weekends attract significant traffic; midweek visits are quieter. Winter access depends on snow conditions.
Contact the hut directly by phone to check opening status and book meals, especially on weekends. The CAI manages the refuge and lists it on cai.it. Book 1–2 weeks ahead for July and August Saturdays. The hut has intermittent mobile signal; email responses may be slow. Arrive by 17:00 for dinner service.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 weeks ahead for weekends and summer months; weekdays are usually flexible. Contact the hut directly or use rifugio.net for availability.
Typically open April through October, with peak staffing June–September; check before visiting shoulder months as opening dates vary.
Drive to Passo del Tomarlo (1,030m) via Rezzoaglio in the Aveto valley—45 minutes from the coast—then hike north on the ridge trail for 2.5 hours (372m elevation gain).
Expect basic mountain hut standards: dorm beds, simple meals (evening dinner and breakfast included with stays), and a water source; no showers.
Yes for fit hikers with basic ridge experience; the 2.5-hour approach from the pass is straightforward, making it a good stage hut for Apennine ridge traverses rather than a technical climb.
Location
44.5880, 8.8047
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