Moderate
About
Rifugio Cimon della Bagozza sits at 1574m in the Orobian Alps above the Val Seriana in Lombardy. Access is straightforward: park at Arnica (1200m) and hike 2.5 hours to the rifugio via a well-marked trail. The route climbs steadily through forest and alpine meadow, gaining 374m with no scrambling. From the hut, you can day-hike to Passo della Ganda (2161m) in 1.5 hours or continue toward higher peaks in the Orobian chain.
The rifugio operates as a simple mountain shelter with dormitory beds for around 20 people. Half-board (dinner, bed, breakfast) is available. The kitchen provides hot meals including the standard Italian mountain fare—pasta, risotto, local cheese. Water comes from a spring. There's no electricity or Wi-Fi; the hut runs on generators. Open year-round but staffed reliably June through September. Winter visits require contacting the manager in advance.
Book directly with the rifugio by phone or email. July and August weekends fill quickly—contact by mid-June if heading up then. The hut also welcomes CAI members with reciprocal rates. Bring a headtorch even in summer: the hut closes by 21:00 and electricity is limited. Mobile signal is patchy but usually adequate. The terrain is straightforward hiking, suitable for anyone comfortable with 3+ hour mountain walks.
The rifugio operates as a simple mountain shelter with dormitory beds for around 20 people. Half-board (dinner, bed, breakfast) is available. The kitchen provides hot meals including the standard Italian mountain fare—pasta, risotto, local cheese. Water comes from a spring. There's no electricity or Wi-Fi; the hut runs on generators. Open year-round but staffed reliably June through September. Winter visits require contacting the manager in advance.
Book directly with the rifugio by phone or email. July and August weekends fill quickly—contact by mid-June if heading up then. The hut also welcomes CAI members with reciprocal rates. Bring a headtorch even in summer: the hut closes by 21:00 and electricity is limited. Mobile signal is patchy but usually adequate. The terrain is straightforward hiking, suitable for anyone comfortable with 3+ hour mountain walks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2-4 weeks ahead for weekends and July-August; weekday visits outside peak season can often be arranged with shorter notice. Contact the rifugio directly or check rifugi.net for availability and reservations.
Open June through September; confirm exact dates and weekend-only operations for shoulder months by contacting the rifugio before your visit.
Park at Arnica (1200m) and hike the well-marked trail for 2.5 hours, gaining 374m through forest and meadow with no scrambling required.
Dormitory beds, cooked meals (dinner and breakfast), and basic amenities; showers may be limited or absent, so pack a washcloth and confirm facilities when booking.
Yes—the approach trail is straightforward with steady climbing and no exposure, making it ideal for fit beginners and families comfortable with 2.5-hour hikes at modest elevation gain.
Location
46.0242, 10.2272
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