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About
Rifugio Alpe Basciarino sits at 1,280m in the Bergamasque Alps of eastern Lombardy. The hut anchors the Alpe Basciarino plateau, a working alpine pasture surrounded by limestone ridges. Approach from the Val Brembana via the village of San Pellegrino Terme. The standard route climbs roughly 3 hours from Roncobello (890m), following pastoral trails through beech forest then open meadow. Winter snow closes access December through March.
The refuge operates as a simple mountain hotel with 12 beds across small rooms. Meals focus on local Bergamasque cooking—expect polenta, casunziei (filled pasta), and regional cheeses. The kitchen provides packed lunches for day hikes. Water comes from the mountain spring. There are no showers, but washrooms and a basic toilet block function year-round. The bar stays open to day visitors. The hut opens April through October, with weekends busy from May onward.
Book by phone directly with the rifugio. Peak season runs July through September and weekends in June and October—reserve at least 4 weeks ahead for these periods. The hut sits on CAI trail network and appears in some hiking guides, but remains quieter than valley rifugios. Summer groups of 8+ should contact ahead about space. Winter visits require prior arrangement.
The refuge operates as a simple mountain hotel with 12 beds across small rooms. Meals focus on local Bergamasque cooking—expect polenta, casunziei (filled pasta), and regional cheeses. The kitchen provides packed lunches for day hikes. Water comes from the mountain spring. There are no showers, but washrooms and a basic toilet block function year-round. The bar stays open to day visitors. The hut opens April through October, with weekends busy from May onward.
Book by phone directly with the rifugio. Peak season runs July through September and weekends in June and October—reserve at least 4 weeks ahead for these periods. The hut sits on CAI trail network and appears in some hiking guides, but remains quieter than valley rifugios. Summer groups of 8+ should contact ahead about space. Winter visits require prior arrangement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2-3 weeks ahead during summer weekends; weekdays are more flexible. Call the hut directly or check rifugi.net for availability.
Open April through November; snow closes the access December through March. Confirm current staffing dates before visiting shoulder seasons.
From Roncobello (890m) in Val Brembana, allow 3 hours hiking via pastoral trails through beech forest and meadow. Start from the village of San Pellegrino Terme on the valley floor.
12 beds in simple mountain hotel accommodation with meals provided. Expect basic alpine hut standards—hot water, kitchen facilities, and packed lunches available.
Yes—the 3-hour approach is straightforward on pastoral trails with minimal exposure, making it solid for families with older kids and hiking beginners.
Location
46.1575, 9.2069
HutLists Score
2.5
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Quick Facts
- Total
- 12
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +39 0344 81265
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