bivacco Barech di Manzoo
1.0
2,170m
Lombardy, Italy
About
Bivacco Barech di Manzoo sits at 2,170m in the Orobian Alps east of Bergamo. Reach it from Piazza Brembana valley via the Manzoo alp—a steep 4–5 hour approach gaining 1,100m. The route is marked but exposed in places; fit legs required. It's positioned for climbers tackling peaks in the Orobian range and hikers doing multi-day traverses of the high passes between Lombardy and the Veneto.
This is a tiny emergency shelter with 2 beds, basic sleeping platforms, and a roof. There's no guardian, no meals, no water on-site. Bring everything: sleeping bag, stove, food, water containers. Winter access is unpredictable; summer and autumn are the only realistic seasons. The bivvy works as a lightweight alternative to a full rifugio if you're fast and self-sufficient.
No formal booking system exists—it's first-come, first-served. Check locally in Piazza Brembana about current conditions and route access before heading up. Don't rely on it for capacity in July or August unless you're prepared to camp outside.
This is a tiny emergency shelter with 2 beds, basic sleeping platforms, and a roof. There's no guardian, no meals, no water on-site. Bring everything: sleeping bag, stove, food, water containers. Winter access is unpredictable; summer and autumn are the only realistic seasons. The bivvy works as a lightweight alternative to a full rifugio if you're fast and self-sufficient.
No formal booking system exists—it's first-come, first-served. Check locally in Piazza Brembana about current conditions and route access before heading up. Don't rely on it for capacity in July or August unless you're prepared to camp outside.
Frequently Asked Questions
This is an unstaffed emergency bivacco with 2 beds—there's no formal booking system. Arrive early in the day and check if space is available; it's first-come, first-served for mountaineers in genuine need.
Open year-round as an emergency shelter, but there's no guardian or regular staffing. It's maintained by CAI but only passable and safe during late June through September when snow clears.
Start from Piazza Brembana valley and climb via Manzoo alp; the route is marked but steep and exposed, gaining 1,100m in 4–5 hours. You need solid fitness and Alpine experience.
This is a basic emergency shelter with 2 sleeping platforms and a roof only—no meals, water, or heating. Bring all food, water, and a sleeping bag.
No—it's for experienced mountaineers only. The approach is steep, exposed, and unforgiving, and the shelter itself offers zero comfort or services.
Quick Facts
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- Emergency
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