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About
Capanna Cederna-Maffina sits at 2,583m in the Bernina Alps of eastern Lombardy. Most parties reach it from Bagni di Masino in Val Masino, a 4–5 hour hike gaining 1,300m. The route climbs steeply through forest then open terrain. Winter approach via the same valley is viable for winter mountaineers. The hut serves as a base for summits including Pizzo Bernina and Cima della Scala, both day trips from the hut.
The hut holds 30 beds across basic dormitories. Half-board (dinner, bed, breakfast) is the standard arrangement. Water comes from snowmelt and mountain springs. Toilets are outside. The hut opens June through September in summer, with limited weekends in May and October. Winter access requires prior arrangement with the manager. Cooking your own food is not permitted. Meals are substantial and timed for early starts: dinner around 18:00, breakfast before 06:00.
Book directly by phone with CAI Ponte in Valtellina well ahead for July and August—this hut fills regularly on weekends. Early June and September are quieter periods. Phone numbers and current contact details are listed on cai.it and rifugi.net. Arrive by mid-afternoon if possible; the approach is steep and weather changes fast above 2,000m. Bring a headtorch for early starts to Alpine peaks.
The hut holds 30 beds across basic dormitories. Half-board (dinner, bed, breakfast) is the standard arrangement. Water comes from snowmelt and mountain springs. Toilets are outside. The hut opens June through September in summer, with limited weekends in May and October. Winter access requires prior arrangement with the manager. Cooking your own food is not permitted. Meals are substantial and timed for early starts: dinner around 18:00, breakfast before 06:00.
Book directly by phone with CAI Ponte in Valtellina well ahead for July and August—this hut fills regularly on weekends. Early June and September are quieter periods. Phone numbers and current contact details are listed on cai.it and rifugi.net. Arrive by mid-afternoon if possible; the approach is steep and weather changes fast above 2,000m. Bring a headtorch for early starts to Alpine peaks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 weeks ahead during summer season, earlier if you're going on weekends or holidays. Call ahead using the phone contact or check rifugio.net and cai.it for availability and reservations.
The hut typically operates late June through September for summer mountaineering, with winter access possible for equipped parties during stable snow conditions. Contact them directly to confirm staffing outside peak season.
Start from Bagni di Masino in Val Masino; the hike is 4–5 hours with 1,300m elevation gain, climbing steeply through forest then open terrain. Winter access via the same valley is possible for experienced winter mountaineers.
The hut provides half-board (dinner, bed, breakfast) and has 30 beds in basic dormitories. Shower facilities are available, though water and heating may be limited in shoulder seasons.
No—the 4–5 hour approach with 1,300m gain and steep terrain makes it suitable for experienced hikers and mountaineers only. It's ideal as a base for alpine summits like Pizzo Bernina and Cima della Scala, not for casual walkers.
Location
46.2670, 9.9882
HutLists Score
5.0
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI CAI Ponte in Valtellina
- Season
- 24/7
- Total
- 30
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +39 329 2047497
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