Refuge Bresciadega
1.7Rifugio Bresciadega
Lombardy, Italy
About
Rifugio Bresciadega sits at 2,532m on the Passo della Gavia in the Brescia Prealps. Reach it by hiking 3.5 hours from Collio in the Trompia Valley, gaining 1,100m on a well-marked trail through beech and larch forest. The final approach crosses alpine meadows with views east toward the Adamello massif. In winter, access requires mountaineering skills and avalanche awareness.
The rifugio is a working mountain hut run by the Brescia section of the Italian Alpine Club (CAI). It sleeps around 60 people in dormitory rooms with blankets provided. The kitchen serves simple meals: pasta, soup, polenta, cheese, and dried meat. Water comes from the mountain spring. There are no showers, and toilet facilities are basic. The hut operates year-round but staffing is minimal November through March—call ahead if visiting outside summer. Mobile signal is unreliable.
Book through CAI Brescia directly. July and August weekends fill 4–6 weeks ahead. Summer midweek stays are usually available with 2–3 weeks' notice. The hut is a base for traverses toward Passo Tonale and climbing routes on nearby peaks. Bring a headtorch and warm layers even in July—afternoons bring wind and sudden weather shifts at this altitude.
The rifugio is a working mountain hut run by the Brescia section of the Italian Alpine Club (CAI). It sleeps around 60 people in dormitory rooms with blankets provided. The kitchen serves simple meals: pasta, soup, polenta, cheese, and dried meat. Water comes from the mountain spring. There are no showers, and toilet facilities are basic. The hut operates year-round but staffing is minimal November through March—call ahead if visiting outside summer. Mobile signal is unreliable.
Book through CAI Brescia directly. July and August weekends fill 4–6 weeks ahead. Summer midweek stays are usually available with 2–3 weeks' notice. The hut is a base for traverses toward Passo Tonale and climbing routes on nearby peaks. Bring a headtorch and warm layers even in July—afternoons bring wind and sudden weather shifts at this altitude.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2-3 weeks ahead for summer weekends, earlier for July-August. Contact the Brescia CAI section directly or check rifugio.net for availability.
Open June through September during the main hiking season; staffing depends on weather and snow conditions. Contact CAI Brescia before visiting in shoulder months.
Hike 3.5 hours from Collio in the Trompia Valley, gaining 1,100m on a marked trail through forest and alpine meadows to Passo della Gavia at 2,532m. Winter access requires mountaineering skills and avalanche training.
Sleeps around 60 people in shared dorms; serves meals (breakfast and dinner). Check directly about shower availability—mountain huts typically offer basic washing facilities.
Yes for confident hikers and families with solid hill experience; the 3.5-hour ascent with 1,100m gain is moderate but sustained. Not suitable for young children or those new to Alpine hiking.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI
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- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
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- Website