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Bivacco Alpe di Strèm sits at 1,930m on the Alpe di Strèm plateau in Lombardy's Val di Scalve. Access is via the village of Azzone. From Azzone, follow the marked trail up the Scalve valley for 2 hours to reach the bivouac. The final approach climbs steadily through pasture and mixed woodland. Most hikers use this as a base for scrambling and mountaineering in the surrounding peaks, particularly Monte Sclera (2,270m) and the limestone formations above the plateau.
This is a small mountain refuge with basic shelter and capacity for around 12 people. As a bivacco rather than a staffed rifugio, it has no wardens, no meals, and no running water. The shelter provides four walls and a roof. You must bring your own sleeping bag, mat, stove, and all food. A water source exists nearby but verify seasonal flow before relying on it. Winter access is possible but routes may require climbing gear depending on snow and rockfall conditions.
Overnight use is free. No booking system exists—arrive early in peak summer weekends or expect to find space limited. The bivacco is managed informally by the local hiking community. Plan on 3–4 hours descent to Azzone. Bring a headtorch, water, and a map. Mobile signal is weak or absent.
This is a small mountain refuge with basic shelter and capacity for around 12 people. As a bivacco rather than a staffed rifugio, it has no wardens, no meals, and no running water. The shelter provides four walls and a roof. You must bring your own sleeping bag, mat, stove, and all food. A water source exists nearby but verify seasonal flow before relying on it. Winter access is possible but routes may require climbing gear depending on snow and rockfall conditions.
Overnight use is free. No booking system exists—arrive early in peak summer weekends or expect to find space limited. The bivacco is managed informally by the local hiking community. Plan on 3–4 hours descent to Azzone. Bring a headtorch, water, and a map. Mobile signal is weak or absent.
Frequently Asked Questions
Bivaccos are unstaffed shelters, so booking isn't required—arrive when you need it. Check rifugi.net or contact nearby staffed huts in Val di Scalve for current conditions and capacity details.
As an unstaffed bivacco at 1,930m, it's accessible year-round weather permitting, but best used June through September when snow clears and approaches are safe.
From Azzone village, follow the marked trail up Val di Scalve for 2 hours through pasture and mixed woodland to reach the hut on the Alpe di Strèm plateau.
Bivaccos are basic emergency shelters with a roof and bunks but no staff, heating, water, or meals—bring a sleeping bag, stove, and all food and water you'll need.
No—the 2-hour approach is moderate but the bivacco's lack of facilities and self-sufficiency requirement suit experienced mountaineers planning scrambles on Monte Sclera or nearby peaks, not beginners.
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46.2729, 9.2743
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