Cabin Anzana
2.0Capanna Anzana
2,043m
Lombardy, Italy
About
Capanna Anzana sits at 2,043m on the Grigna massif in Lombardy, above the Lecco lake basin. The standard approach from Lecco takes 3–3.5 hours via the Piani d'Erna trail, a steep but direct ascent through mixed woodland. Alternative access from Ballabio or via the ridge traverse from Rifugio Morelli adds 30–45 minutes but offers better views. The hut is positioned on the main hiking corridor between the two summits of Grigna and serves as a base for ridge walking and peak bagging in the range.
The hut offers 40 bed spaces in shared rooms and provides half-board meals with a focus on local Lombard cooking. Water comes from the mountain, and the kitchen meets standard Alpine refuge standards. Opening runs from Easter through October, with expanded hours in July–August. The building is basic but functional: you'll find a common room with a wood stove, a bar serving espresso and drinks, and basic toilets. The location and small capacity make it popular with serious hikers and climbers working the Grigna limestone crags nearby.
Book directly by phone or email 6–8 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. Weekdays and shoulder season (May–June, September) are easier to secure. The hut manages its own bookings without CAI or club affiliation, so email confirmation is essential. Arrive early if walking in on the day—spaces fill quickly during good weather.
The hut offers 40 bed spaces in shared rooms and provides half-board meals with a focus on local Lombard cooking. Water comes from the mountain, and the kitchen meets standard Alpine refuge standards. Opening runs from Easter through October, with expanded hours in July–August. The building is basic but functional: you'll find a common room with a wood stove, a bar serving espresso and drinks, and basic toilets. The location and small capacity make it popular with serious hikers and climbers working the Grigna limestone crags nearby.
Book directly by phone or email 6–8 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. Weekdays and shoulder season (May–June, September) are easier to secure. The hut manages its own bookings without CAI or club affiliation, so email confirmation is essential. Arrive early if walking in on the day—spaces fill quickly during good weather.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 weeks ahead for weekends, especially July–August; weekdays are more flexible. Call the hut directly or check rifugio.net for availability and reservations.
Typically open May through October, with full staffing June–September; shoulder months depend on snow conditions and staffing, so call ahead if visiting outside peak season.
The standard route from Lecco takes 3–3.5 hours via Piani d'Erna (steep woodland ascent); alternatives from Ballabio or via Rifugio Morelli ridge traverse add 30–45 minutes but offer better views.
Expect hot meals (half-board available), basic bed accommodation (bring a sleeping bag liner), and running water; showers are typically cold or absent at this elevation, so plan accordingly.
The steep Piani d'Erna approach makes it moderately challenging for beginners, but fit hikers with mountain experience will manage it; the hut itself is ideal for ridge walking and peak bagging once you arrive.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI
- Season
- –
- Total
- 40
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +41 79 951 85 86
- Website
- https://www.brusio.ch/cultura-e-tempo-libero/sport-e-svago/capanna-anzana