Chamanna D'Uglix
1.3
Lombardy, Italy
About
Chamanna d'Uglix sits at 2,345m in the Orobie Alps, above the Val Brembana in Lombardy. Reach it from Branzi in 3.5 hours on a well-marked trail that climbs through pasture and larch forest. The hut lies on the main route between Rifugio Alpe Corni and Rifugio Benigni, making it a natural mid-point for multi-day traverses across this range.
The refuge has 40 beds across simple dormitory rooms. Half-board meals are available; the kitchen serves typical mountain food—pasta, polenta, local cheese. Water comes from a spring. Opening runs late May through September, depending on snow cover. The building is basic but functional, built to withstand the exposed ridge location. A small shop stocks essentials like energy bars and socks.
Book directly with the managing CAI section or reserve through rifugi.net. July and August fill quickly—aim to book 8 weeks ahead for those months. June and September offer more flexibility. The hut accepts cash and card payments. Contact the guardian in advance if arriving outside standard dinner service hours, as the kitchen closes early on quiet nights. This is a workhorse hut, not a destination in itself, but essential for anyone linking the major rifugi in the Orobie.
The refuge has 40 beds across simple dormitory rooms. Half-board meals are available; the kitchen serves typical mountain food—pasta, polenta, local cheese. Water comes from a spring. Opening runs late May through September, depending on snow cover. The building is basic but functional, built to withstand the exposed ridge location. A small shop stocks essentials like energy bars and socks.
Book directly with the managing CAI section or reserve through rifugi.net. July and August fill quickly—aim to book 8 weeks ahead for those months. June and September offer more flexibility. The hut accepts cash and card payments. Contact the guardian in advance if arriving outside standard dinner service hours, as the kitchen closes early on quiet nights. This is a workhorse hut, not a destination in itself, but essential for anyone linking the major rifugi in the Orobie.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 weeks ahead during peak season (July–August), especially for weekends; check rifugio.net or contact the hut directly. Outside summer, a few days' notice usually suffices.
Typically open June through September, depending on snow conditions; confirm opening dates with the hut before planning, as spring snowmelt can delay access.
Start from Branzi (accessible by car or bus) and follow the well-marked trail through pasture and larch forest—3.5 hours to the hut at 2,345m. It's a moderate, steady climb with no technical difficulty.
40 beds in simple dormitories, half-board meals available with typical Alpine food (pasta, polenta, local cheese); no en-suite bathrooms—expect shared facilities and basic mountain conditions.
Yes—the trail from Branzi is non-technical and well-marked, making it suitable for fit families and hiking beginners; its role as a mid-point hut on established routes keeps it relatively busy and safe.
Quick Facts
- Season
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- Total
- 40
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- Website