Refuge Pian dell'Arma

4.6

Rifugio Pian dell'Arma

Liguria, Italy Write a review

About

Rifugio Pian dell'Arma sits at 1,650m on the Ligurian side of the Maritime Alps, above the Arma Valley. Reach it from Triora in 4 hours via the Passo della Navetta (1,788m), or from Molini di Triora in 3.5 hours on a direct trail. The approach is steady uphill through mixed forest, with good water sources halfway. This hut works well as a base for day walks across the Colle del Garezzo (2,143m) or as a staging point on longer ridge traverses toward Colle di Scarasone.

The rifugio has 40 beds in simple dormitory rooms, a small bar, and a dining room where the staff cooks half-board meals daily. Showers are available, a rarity at this elevation. Opening depends on season—check ahead for autumn and spring. The kitchen will prepare packed lunches if you order the night before. Water comes from a reliable spring nearby.

Book directly by phone or email. July and August fill quickly; reserve 2–3 weeks ahead. June and September offer quieter conditions. The hut is managed independently, so contact details change occasionally—verify current information through the CAI section in Imperia or local hiking guides before you travel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Book at least 2-3 weeks ahead during summer weekends; weekdays are more flexible. Contact the rifugio directly or check rifugio.net and cai.it for availability.
Typically open from June through September; peak season is July-August. Check ahead for shoulder-season dates as staffing can vary.
From Molini di Triora it's 3.5 hours on a direct trail; from Triora via Passo della Navetta takes 4 hours—both routes follow steady uphill paths through forest with water sources available.
40 beds available with meals provided; expect basic alpine hut conditions—ask about showers when booking as water is often limited at this elevation.
The 3.5-4 hour approach is manageable for fit hikers but steep; it's better for experienced walkers than families with young children, though the steady pace and good trail make it accessible for reasonably conditioned groups.

Location

44.1181, 7.9355

Plan your visit

Reservation recommended.

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This hut takes bookings direct, so beds go to whoever asks first. Tell us your dates and we'll email you when it's time to reserve — with the hut's contact details.

We can't watch this hut's availability — it books direct. Give us your arrival date and we'll email you when it's time to get in touch, with the hut's phone and email.

Independent of the hut and its alpine club. We never book or hold beds — the reminder just tells you when to get in touch, with the hut's own contact details.

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Facilities

Showers Breakfast Half board Meals served Drinking water

Contact & Booking

Website
https://www.rifugiopiandellarma.it/

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