Cabin alpa Canaa
1.2Capanna alpa Canaa
1,843m
Lombardy, Italy
About
Capanna Alpa Canaa stands at 1,843m on the slopes above the Val di Scalve in Lombardy. Reach it from Azzone village in about 2 hours on foot, following marked trails through mixed forest that open onto high pasture. The hut sits on the watershed ridge between the Scalve and Seriana valleys, making it a logical stop for ridge walkers and mountaineers tackling the limestone peaks around the Presolana and Aralalta groups.
The hut has 20 beds split across shared rooms. Full meals and packed lunches are available; book dinner the evening before. Water comes from a spring on-site. The building is basic but well-maintained, with simple heating. Open year-round, though winter access depends on snow conditions and staff availability—call ahead if visiting November through March.
Book direct with the hut. Summer weekends fill quickly, especially during July and August; reserve at least one month ahead for these periods. The managing authority is CAI Lombardy. Phone ahead to confirm meals and check current opening status before making the journey.
The hut has 20 beds split across shared rooms. Full meals and packed lunches are available; book dinner the evening before. Water comes from a spring on-site. The building is basic but well-maintained, with simple heating. Open year-round, though winter access depends on snow conditions and staff availability—call ahead if visiting November through March.
Book direct with the hut. Summer weekends fill quickly, especially during July and August; reserve at least one month ahead for these periods. The managing authority is CAI Lombardy. Phone ahead to confirm meals and check current opening status before making the journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 weeks ahead during July–August, especially weekends; shoulder season (June, September) needs less notice. Contact the hut directly or check rifugio.net for availability.
Typically open June through September; confirm current dates with the hut before planning, as staffing depends on season and weather.
Start from Azzone village and follow marked trails through mixed forest to high pasture; the ascent takes roughly 2 hours. It sits on the watershed ridge between Val di Scalve and Val Seriana, ideal for ridge walkers.
20 beds in shared rooms, full meals, and packed lunches available. Expect basic Alpine hut conditions—bring a headlamp and check if showers are available when you book.
The 2-hour approach from Azzone is manageable for fit families and hikers new to the Alps; it's better suited to hill walkers than technical mountaineers, though it serves as a base for more serious ridge routes.
Quick Facts
- Season
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- Total
- 20
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- Website
- https://www.ticino.ch/de/alpineHuts/details/Bergh%C3%BCtte-Alpe-Canaa/137621.html