About
Rifugio Muzzerone sits at 1,611m on the Ligurian side of the Liguria-Piedmont border, reached via the Beigua massif. Most walkers approach from Pra d'Mill (around 45 minutes) or from the coastal town of Arenzano via the longer ridge route (3 hours). The hut anchors networks of trails through the Beigua National Park, where you can reach higher peaks like Punta Martin (1,809m) or drop down toward the Mediterranean within a day.
The refuge offers 40 beds across simple dormitory rooms and a few doubles. The kitchen serves straightforward mountain fare including fresh pasta and local cheeses. Hot showers are available. The hut operates year-round but gets busy in summer weekends and autumn when Ligurian hikers escape the coast. Cell coverage is reliable, making booking easier than at higher Alpine refuges.
Book directly by phone in advance, especially for July and August weekends or autumn (September–October). The staff speak Italian primarily, so basic phone Italian or email contact helps. The hut fills quickly on fair-weather Sundays. Winter visits require confirmation—weather can close access suddenly on the exposed ridges nearby.
The refuge offers 40 beds across simple dormitory rooms and a few doubles. The kitchen serves straightforward mountain fare including fresh pasta and local cheeses. Hot showers are available. The hut operates year-round but gets busy in summer weekends and autumn when Ligurian hikers escape the coast. Cell coverage is reliable, making booking easier than at higher Alpine refuges.
Book directly by phone in advance, especially for July and August weekends or autumn (September–October). The staff speak Italian primarily, so basic phone Italian or email contact helps. The hut fills quickly on fair-weather Sundays. Winter visits require confirmation—weather can close access suddenly on the exposed ridges nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2-3 weeks ahead for weekends and peak season (June-September); weekdays outside summer are more flexible. Call the hut directly or check rifugio.net for availability.
Most Ligurian rifugi operate March through November, with peak staffing June-September; call ahead to confirm staffing for shoulder seasons as it varies year to year.
The quickest approach is 45 minutes from Pra d'Mill; alternatively, hike 3 hours from Arenzano via the ridge route through Beigua National Park.
40 beds in dormitory rooms with basic accommodation; expect simple meals (half or full board available) and limited shower facilities typical of mountain rifugi.
Yes—the 45-minute approach from Pra d'Mill is accessible for fit families; it's a solid base for day hikes to Punta Martin or coastal trails, though steep sections exist on longer ridge routes.
Location
44.0553, 9.8300
HutLists Score
2.7
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Quick Facts
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- FFCAM
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Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +39 340 809 8720
- Website
- http://www.rifugiomuzzerone.it/
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