Moderate
About
Capanna Pian d'Alpe sits at 1764m on the Pian d'Alpe plateau in Lombardy, surrounded by meadows and forest. Reach it from the Val Tartano valley via a 2-hour hike that gains 350m steadily. The approach is straightforward: follow marked paths from the valley floor through mixed woodland to the plateau. Winter access becomes difficult above 1400m, so plan visits between June and September.
The hut holds 37 beds across shared dormitories and 3 private rooms. Hot meals are served daily when open. Water comes from a reliable spring. The refuge operates as a base for day walks across the plateau and ridge traverses into higher terrain. Facilities are basic and typical for mountain refuges at this elevation—expect functional rather than luxurious conditions.
Book direct by email or phone. July and August fill quickly, so contact the hut 6-8 weeks ahead if you need a specific date or private room. Weekends throughout the season book faster than weekdays. The hut sits on the CAI network but operates independently, so call ahead to confirm current opening dates and meal availability, especially outside high summer.
The hut holds 37 beds across shared dormitories and 3 private rooms. Hot meals are served daily when open. Water comes from a reliable spring. The refuge operates as a base for day walks across the plateau and ridge traverses into higher terrain. Facilities are basic and typical for mountain refuges at this elevation—expect functional rather than luxurious conditions.
Book direct by email or phone. July and August fill quickly, so contact the hut 6-8 weeks ahead if you need a specific date or private room. Weekends throughout the season book faster than weekdays. The hut sits on the CAI network but operates independently, so call ahead to confirm current opening dates and meal availability, especially outside high summer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 weeks ahead during July and August, earlier if you're planning a weekend. Contact the hut directly by phone or check rifugi.net for availability and reservations.
Open June through September; winter access above 1400m is unreliable, so avoid October–May unless you confirm staffing by phone first.
Start from Val Tartano valley and follow marked paths through mixed woodland to the plateau; the hike takes about 2 hours with 350m elevation gain and is straightforward.
37 beds in dormitories and 3 private rooms; hot meals served daily when open. Confirm shower availability when you book, as water supply can be limited at this elevation.
Yes—the 2-hour approach is steady and well-marked with no scrambling, making it suitable for fit families and hikers new to Alpine huts.
Location
46.3946, 8.9385
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Quick Facts
- Total
- 37
- Private rooms
- 3
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +41 91 864 25 25
- Website
- https://www.utoe-biasca.ch/capanna-pian-dalpe
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