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About
Rifugio Boffalora sits at 1252m in the Lombardy Alps, well positioned for day hikes and approaches to higher peaks in the range. The hut is accessible by foot from the valley settlements below—most approaches take 2-3 hours depending on your starting point and fitness. It functions as a solid base camp for walkers and climbers who want reliable shelter without the crowds of larger rifugios.
The refuge has 25 beds across simple shared rooms. Meals are available—the kitchen serves straightforward food suited to people who've spent the day moving uphill. Water and heating are basic but functional. The hut operates year-round, though winter access depends on snow conditions and you should confirm before heading up. There's no electricity supplied beyond essential lights, so expect to move slowly after dark. The atmosphere is working rifugio, not resort.
Contact the hut directly by phone to reserve beds, especially if you're arriving in July or August or planning a weekend. Weekdays in shoulder seasons (May–June, September–October) are easier to accommodate without advance notice. Phone ahead to confirm current conditions and meal availability, particularly in winter months.
The refuge has 25 beds across simple shared rooms. Meals are available—the kitchen serves straightforward food suited to people who've spent the day moving uphill. Water and heating are basic but functional. The hut operates year-round, though winter access depends on snow conditions and you should confirm before heading up. There's no electricity supplied beyond essential lights, so expect to move slowly after dark. The atmosphere is working rifugio, not resort.
Contact the hut directly by phone to reserve beds, especially if you're arriving in July or August or planning a weekend. Weekdays in shoulder seasons (May–June, September–October) are easier to accommodate without advance notice. Phone ahead to confirm current conditions and meal availability, particularly in winter months.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2-3 weeks ahead for weekends and July-August; weekday visits in shoulder season often have availability. Call the hut directly or check rifugi.net for current openings.
Most Lombardy rifugios operate June through September reliably; confirm exact dates by phone as staffing varies by year. Contact the hut directly for spring and autumn opening schedules.
The hut sits at 1252m and is reachable on foot in 2-3 hours from valley settlements depending on your starting point and fitness level. Check which trailhead suits your approach before departure.
The rifugio has 25 beds in simple shared rooms and serves straightforward meals in the kitchen. Expect basic Alpine hut dining—no frills, decent fuel for hiking.
Yes—the 2-3 hour approach and 1252m elevation make it accessible for fit families and newer hikers. It works well as a base camp for day walks rather than technical mountaineering.
Location
45.9879, 9.1513
HutLists Score
3.2
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Quick Facts
- Season
- "Apertura estiva e nei week end"
- Total
- 25
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +39 0344 56486
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