Moderate
About
Rifugio Alberto Grassi sits at 1,987m in the Bergamasque Alps on the border between Lombardy and Veneto. The hut sits on the Sentiero delle Orobie, a high-altitude traverse that links major rifugios across the range. From Roncobello (900m), the approach takes 4 hours of steep forest hiking to reach the hut. In summer, you can also approach from the east via Rifugio Branczi.
The rifugio runs as a simple mountain shelter with 40 beds spread across dormitories. Meals are available daily: expect hearty pasta, polenta, and local cheeses. The hut has running water and basic toilets. It opens late May through September, closing during heavy snow or poor weather. The surrounding terrain suits day hikes to high passes and ridge walks, though this is serious alpine country—bring a map and compass. Afternoon thunderstorms are common; leave early.
Email the hut directly to reserve beds. Phone ahead if you're arriving without booking—space fills quickly on weekends and during school holidays. July and August require booking at least 4–6 weeks in advance. June, September and early October offer more flexibility. The hut staff speak Italian and basic English.
The rifugio runs as a simple mountain shelter with 40 beds spread across dormitories. Meals are available daily: expect hearty pasta, polenta, and local cheeses. The hut has running water and basic toilets. It opens late May through September, closing during heavy snow or poor weather. The surrounding terrain suits day hikes to high passes and ridge walks, though this is serious alpine country—bring a map and compass. Afternoon thunderstorms are common; leave early.
Email the hut directly to reserve beds. Phone ahead if you're arriving without booking—space fills quickly on weekends and during school holidays. July and August require booking at least 4–6 weeks in advance. June, September and early October offer more flexibility. The hut staff speak Italian and basic English.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2-3 weeks ahead for weekends in July and August; weekdays and shoulder season (June, September) usually have availability with 3-5 days' notice. Contact the hut directly by phone or check rifugios.net and cai.it for current availability.
The hut operates through the main hiking season from June to September; confirm exact dates and staffing by calling ahead, as weather and staffing can affect operations in shoulder months.
The main approach from Roncobello (900m) takes 4 hours of steep forest hiking gaining 1,087m elevation; in summer you can also approach from the east via Rifugio Branczi as part of the Sentiero delle Orobie traverse.
The hut has 40 beds in dormitories and serves meals daily; expect basic mountain shelter standards with communal dining but no private rooms or en-suite facilities.
The 4-hour approach with 1,087m elevation gain is steep and best suited to hikers with mountain experience; families with teenagers doing multi-day Alpine traverses will find it suitable, but it's not ideal for young children or hiking novices.
Location
46.0094, 9.4918
HutLists Score
3.9
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Season
Based on facilities, access, and how reliably the hut is open.
Quick Facts
- Season
- Jun: "aperto da giugno"; Jul-Aug: open; Sep "aperto fino a settembre"; Sa-Su open
- Total
- 40
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +39 348 8522784
- Website
- http://www.rifugiograssi.it
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