Naturfreundehaus Ova Spin
1.4
Lombardy, Italy
About
Naturfreundehaus Ova Spin sits at 2,099m in the Val di Scalve, a remote valley in the Bergamo Alps of Lombardy. Reach it from Azzone village (900m) via a steady 4–5 hour climb through mixed forest and alpine meadow. The trail is well-marked and gains 1,200m elevation without technical difficulty. Most hikers start early from the Azzone carpark to arrive before lunch service.
The hut sleeps 80 in simple dorm rooms and a few private doubles. Half-board is standard: hearty dinners feature local mountain food, breakfasts are basic. The kitchen serves packed lunches on request. Hot showers work reliably; beds have blankets and pillows. There's no electricity in rooms, so headlamps are essential. The hut runs June through September, closing during heavy snow or storms. Management by Naturfreunde Austria keeps prices low compared to CAI rifugos in the region.
Book directly with the hut by email or phone 2–3 months ahead for July and August weekends. July is busiest. The hut fills fast during good weather in mid-summer, so don't delay. Solo hikers and smaller groups find spaces more easily mid-week. The nearest town with supplies is Azzone; stock up before starting the walk.
The hut sleeps 80 in simple dorm rooms and a few private doubles. Half-board is standard: hearty dinners feature local mountain food, breakfasts are basic. The kitchen serves packed lunches on request. Hot showers work reliably; beds have blankets and pillows. There's no electricity in rooms, so headlamps are essential. The hut runs June through September, closing during heavy snow or storms. Management by Naturfreunde Austria keeps prices low compared to CAI rifugos in the region.
Book directly with the hut by email or phone 2–3 months ahead for July and August weekends. July is busiest. The hut fills fast during good weather in mid-summer, so don't delay. Solo hikers and smaller groups find spaces more easily mid-week. The nearest town with supplies is Azzone; stock up before starting the walk.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 weeks ahead for weekends and peak season (July–August); weekdays outside summer need less notice. Contact the hut directly or use rifugio.net for availability.
Open mid-June through September, staffed daily during this period; confirm exact dates before planning as alpine huts sometimes close for maintenance mid-season.
Start from Azzone village carpark (900m) and follow the well-marked trail 4–5 hours uphill, gaining 1,200m elevation with no scrambling required; most hikers depart early morning to reach for lunch service.
Half-board is standard with hearty dinners and breakfast included; simple dorm beds (capacity 80) and a few private doubles; basic facilities typical of mountain huts—bring toiletries and expect cold-water sinks in many rooms.
Yes—the route from Azzone is steady and non-technical with no scrambling, making it good for fit families and strong beginners, though 1,200m elevation gain requires solid conditioning and an early 4–5 hour push.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- private
- Season
- –
- Total
- 80
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Breakfast
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- Website