Casa di Prim’Alpe
3.8About
Casa di Prim'Alpe sits at 725m in the foothills above the Lombardy plains, roughly 1.5 hours on foot from the village of Colico at the northern tip of Lake Como. The approach follows a steep valley path through mixed woodland, gaining 550m over the route. Most hikers use the village as a road access point and begin their ascent from there. The hut works as a base for day walks across the lower Pre-Alpine terrain—nothing technical, but sustained climbing.
The rifugio operates year-round and sleeps around 20 people in shared dormitory rooms. Meals are available, though you should confirm availability when booking. Facilities are basic: running water, pit toilets or similar. It functions more as a walker's refuge than a mountain shelter, suited to those doing multi-day explorations of the Lombardy foothills rather than high-altitude expeditions.
Book direct by phone or email well ahead if you're planning a summer weekend. The hut fills quickly on Saturdays from June through September, particularly among groups from the nearby towns. Outside summer months it operates more flexibly. Check opening hours before visiting, as staffing varies seasonally. The hut management can advise on route conditions and walking options in the area.
The rifugio operates year-round and sleeps around 20 people in shared dormitory rooms. Meals are available, though you should confirm availability when booking. Facilities are basic: running water, pit toilets or similar. It functions more as a walker's refuge than a mountain shelter, suited to those doing multi-day explorations of the Lombardy foothills rather than high-altitude expeditions.
Book direct by phone or email well ahead if you're planning a summer weekend. The hut fills quickly on Saturdays from June through September, particularly among groups from the nearby towns. Outside summer months it operates more flexibly. Check opening hours before visiting, as staffing varies seasonally. The hut management can advise on route conditions and walking options in the area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2-3 weeks ahead for weekends, especially in summer; weekdays often have availability. Contact them by phone or check rifugio.net for current availability.
The hut operates year-round, though staffing levels vary seasonally—confirm opening hours before visiting in winter months.
Start from Colico village at the north tip of Lake Como and follow the valley path uphill for 1.5 hours, gaining 550m through mixed woodland on a steep but straightforward trail.
Casa di Prim'Alpe provides beds for overnight stays and meals; confirm whether they offer shower facilities when you book, as this varies at smaller Lombardy rifugi.
Yes—the approach is non-technical and the 725m elevation makes it accessible for families and newer hikers, though the 550m gain over 1.5 hours requires steady fitness.
Location
45.8534, 9.2974
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Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +39 02 87386480
- Website
- https://primalpe.wordpress.com/
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