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About
Rifugio Antonio Stoppani sits at 890m in the foothills above the Lecco valley, within reach of Milan and the lower Bergamasche Alps. The hut anchors several day-walk and overnight routes through beech and mixed woodland. Most hikers approach from Lecco town (about 1,400m vertical gain over 3–4 hours), or from village trailheads higher up the valley (1–2 hours). The location works well for early-season conditioning hikes or as a base for loops across the pre-Alpine ridge.
The rifugio runs 20 beds across small dormitory rooms. The kitchen provides evening meals and packed lunches; half-board (dinner and breakfast) is the standard arrangement. Water comes from the hut's own source. Winter closure is typical; check before visiting November through March. The hut is managed as a modest, working mountain shelter—expect straightforward accommodation, not resort amenities.
Book by phone or email directly with the hut, especially for weekends and July–August. Groups of six or more should reserve well ahead. The hut fills quickly during school holidays and fine-weather weekends in spring and autumn. Summer demand is steady but manageable compared to the high peaks. Contact details and current opening dates are available through CAI Lecco.
The rifugio runs 20 beds across small dormitory rooms. The kitchen provides evening meals and packed lunches; half-board (dinner and breakfast) is the standard arrangement. Water comes from the hut's own source. Winter closure is typical; check before visiting November through March. The hut is managed as a modest, working mountain shelter—expect straightforward accommodation, not resort amenities.
Book by phone or email directly with the hut, especially for weekends and July–August. Groups of six or more should reserve well ahead. The hut fills quickly during school holidays and fine-weather weekends in spring and autumn. Summer demand is steady but manageable compared to the high peaks. Contact details and current opening dates are available through CAI Lecco.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 weeks ahead for weekends, especially in peak season (May–September); weekday visits can often be arranged with shorter notice. Call the hut directly or check rifugio.net for availability.
The hut operates year-round as a staffed rifugio, though confirm opening dates with the manager by phone before visiting in winter or shoulder months.
From Lecco town, hike 3–4 hours gaining 1,400m; from higher valley trailheads, 1–2 hours. The hut sits at 890m in the foothills, well-marked on CAI maps.
20 beds with hot meals and drinks; shower facilities are basic—typical for a small lowland hut. Expect simple mountain food, not gourmet service.
Yes—it's ideal for early-season fitness training and family day-walks from lower trailheads; the 890m elevation and woodland terrain suit hikers building endurance rather than alpinists.
Location
45.8567, 9.4453
HutLists Score
5.0
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI
- Season
- Sep-Jun: We, Sa-Su; Jun 15-Sep 15: Mo-Su
- Total
- 20
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +39 0341 491517
- Website
- https://www.rifugiostoppani.it
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