Cabin Michela Motterascio
1.7Capanna Michela Motterascio
2,172m
Lombardy, Italy
About
Capanna Michela Motterascio sits at 2,172m in the Bergamo Alps, accessed via the Val Seriana. The standard approach is 4 hours from Lago d'Ermo trailhead. A steep variant from Rima takes 3 hours but is rocky and exposed in places. The hut is open year-round, making it one of few reliable bases for winter mountaineering in the area.
The hut sleeps 72 across dormitory rooms. Half and full board meals are standard; the kitchen is substantial and cooks fresh food daily. A self-catering kitchen is available if you bring your own supplies. Showers work on a schedule during peak season. Water comes from the mountain spring and is reliable. The hut has a radio but no Wi-Fi. It's run by CAI Bergamo and maintains high standards for a mid-range Alpine hut.
Book well ahead for July and August—the hut fills 6-8 weeks prior. Winter bookings are calmer but confirm availability as staffing varies. Contact directly by phone (+39 035 643010) or email to secure beds and specify meal preferences. The hut accepts cash and card. If you're planning a multi-day traverse or climbing in the Val Seriana, this is the logical stopping point.
The hut sleeps 72 across dormitory rooms. Half and full board meals are standard; the kitchen is substantial and cooks fresh food daily. A self-catering kitchen is available if you bring your own supplies. Showers work on a schedule during peak season. Water comes from the mountain spring and is reliable. The hut has a radio but no Wi-Fi. It's run by CAI Bergamo and maintains high standards for a mid-range Alpine hut.
Book well ahead for July and August—the hut fills 6-8 weeks prior. Winter bookings are calmer but confirm availability as staffing varies. Contact directly by phone (+39 035 643010) or email to secure beds and specify meal preferences. The hut accepts cash and card. If you're planning a multi-day traverse or climbing in the Val Seriana, this is the logical stopping point.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 weeks ahead during summer weekends and holidays; weekdays and shoulder season have more flexibility. Call the hut directly or check rifugi.net for current availability.
It's open year-round, making it one of the few reliable bases for winter mountaineering in the Bergamo Alps. Staff are present throughout.
The standard route from Lago d'Ermo trailhead takes 4 hours; a steeper, rockier variant from Rima takes 3 hours but involves exposed terrain. Both approaches are well-marked.
Half and full board meals are standard with fresh daily cooking; there's also a self-catering kitchen if you bring your own food. The hut has dormitory beds with 72 total capacity.
The standard 4-hour approach from Lago d'Ermo is manageable for fit families and experienced hill walkers; the Rima variant is steeper and exposed, so not recommended for young children or inexperienced hikers.
Quick Facts
- Season
- –
- Total
- 72
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Showers
Meals served
Self catering
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +41 91 872 16 22
- Website
- http://www.capannamotterascio.ch