Cabin Gana Rossa
1.2Capanna Gana Rossa
2,270m
Lombardy, Italy
About
Capanna Gana Rossa sits at 2,270m in the Bergamasque Alps of Lombardy, serving climbers and hikers tackling peaks in the Val Brembana. Approach from the village of Olmo al Brembo: the walk takes roughly 4–5 hours depending on your route choice. The final section climbs steeply through pasture and scree. Snow can block access until June in heavy years, so check conditions before heading up.
The cabin holds 12 beds across simple shared rooms. You bring your own food and cook in the self-catering kitchen—there's a wood stove for heating. Water comes from a spring nearby. The hut works year-round, though winter access depends on snow and avalanche conditions. This is a base for serious mountaineers working on routes in the surrounding peaks, not a staffed rifugio with meals included.
Contact the hut directly by phone or email before your trip. Summer weekends (July–August) see regular use, but this is a small hut: aim to book at least 2 weeks ahead for July and August. Winter visits need explicit confirmation of conditions and access. Bring a headtorch, warm layers, and be prepared for minimal facilities. The hut has no guardian, so you're responsible for your own safety and managing the space.
The cabin holds 12 beds across simple shared rooms. You bring your own food and cook in the self-catering kitchen—there's a wood stove for heating. Water comes from a spring nearby. The hut works year-round, though winter access depends on snow and avalanche conditions. This is a base for serious mountaineers working on routes in the surrounding peaks, not a staffed rifugio with meals included.
Contact the hut directly by phone or email before your trip. Summer weekends (July–August) see regular use, but this is a small hut: aim to book at least 2 weeks ahead for July and August. Winter visits need explicit confirmation of conditions and access. Bring a headtorch, warm layers, and be prepared for minimal facilities. The hut has no guardian, so you're responsible for your own safety and managing the space.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 weeks ahead during summer; contact via phone to confirm availability and arrange your stay. Check rifugi.net or contact the hut directly for current contact details.
Open June to September in most years; snow can block access until June in heavy winters. The hut is typically unstaffed, so confirm opening dates before you go.
Start from Olmo al Brembo village and allow 4–5 hours; the final section climbs steeply through pasture and scree. Check snow conditions on the approach before setting out.
It's self-catering with a basic kitchen—you bring and cook your own food. Expect 12 beds in simple shared rooms; there's no warden service or hot meals.
Better suited to experienced hikers and mountaineers; the 4–5 hour approach with steep, exposed scree and potential snow makes it demanding for families or newcomers. The self-catering setup also requires self-sufficiency.
Quick Facts
- Season
- –
- Total
- 12
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Self catering
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +41 77 465 67 14
- Website
- https://www.utoepizzomolare.ch/