About
Rifugio Codera sits at 1,496m in the Val Codera, a deep valley in the Bergamasque Alps above Mezzoldo, Lombardy. Reach it on foot only: the valley has no road access. From Mezzoldo (600m), the trail climbs steeply through woodland for 3 hours, gaining 900m. The path is well-marked but relentless. In winter the approach becomes serious mountaineering terrain. Most hikers arrive from Lecco via the Passo di Ganda or from the Valsassina side.
The rifugio offers 50 beds across simple dormitories and a few double rooms. Half-board is standard: strong mountain cooking, reliable water supply, basic shower facilities. The hut sits above the tree line but shelters in a rocky amphitheatre. Winters are harsh—the hut closes November through April. Summer crowds peak in July and August when weekends fill fast. Spring and autumn give you the valley nearly to yourself.
Book direct by phone or email. Contact details are listed on cai.it (the hut is CAI-managed). Call at least two weeks ahead for weekends; six weeks ahead for July. Weekday visits outside peak season rarely need advance notice. Bring cash—card payments are unreliable at this elevation.
The rifugio offers 50 beds across simple dormitories and a few double rooms. Half-board is standard: strong mountain cooking, reliable water supply, basic shower facilities. The hut sits above the tree line but shelters in a rocky amphitheatre. Winters are harsh—the hut closes November through April. Summer crowds peak in July and August when weekends fill fast. Spring and autumn give you the valley nearly to yourself.
Book direct by phone or email. Contact details are listed on cai.it (the hut is CAI-managed). Call at least two weeks ahead for weekends; six weeks ahead for July. Weekday visits outside peak season rarely need advance notice. Bring cash—card payments are unreliable at this elevation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2-3 weeks ahead during summer weekends; weekdays are usually less crowded. Check rifugio.net or contact the hut directly via cai.it for availability and current rates.
Open roughly June to September depending on snow conditions; the approach becomes serious alpine terrain in winter. Contact ahead to confirm exact opening dates each season.
Foot access only from Mezzoldo (600m): 3 hours uphill on a steep, well-marked trail gaining 900m through woodland. Most approach via Lecco and Passo di Ganda or from Valsassina side.
50 beds in simple dormitories, hot meals and packed lunches available. Expect basic mountain hut conditions; showers may be limited or cold water only—confirm amenities when booking.
The 3-hour approach from Mezzoldo is steep and relentless but doable for fit beginners; families with older kids (12+) comfortable on alpine terrain will manage it. Not recommended for young children or inexperienced hikers.
Location
45.6538, 9.8846
HutLists Score
3.9
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI
- Total
- 40
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
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