Moderate
About
Rifugio Lecco stands at 1,780m in the Lecco Alps, an undersized but reliable base for day hikes and ridge traverses across northern Lombardy. Reach it from Lecco town via the Piani di Artavaggio road—the final push climbs steeply on foot for about 1.5 hours once the road ends. Winter access depends on snow conditions and avalanche risk; check with CAI Lecco before traveling outside summer and early autumn.
The hut holds 25 beds across simple rooms. CAI manages it as a working refuge, not a hotel—expect basic bunkhouse accommodation and shared facilities. Half-board meals are available and recommended, as resupply options nearby are minimal. Water comes from mountain springs. The hut runs year-round in principle, but staffing thins significantly from October through May, so verify opening dates before planning a winter visit.
Book directly by phone with CAI Lecco. Advance notice is essential for weekends and July–August; call at least one week ahead. The hut gets busy during school holidays and on clear summer weekends when Milan-based hikers visit. Confirm meal availability and any dietary requirements when you call.
The hut holds 25 beds across simple rooms. CAI manages it as a working refuge, not a hotel—expect basic bunkhouse accommodation and shared facilities. Half-board meals are available and recommended, as resupply options nearby are minimal. Water comes from mountain springs. The hut runs year-round in principle, but staffing thins significantly from October through May, so verify opening dates before planning a winter visit.
Book directly by phone with CAI Lecco. Advance notice is essential for weekends and July–August; call at least one week ahead. The hut gets busy during school holidays and on clear summer weekends when Milan-based hikers visit. Confirm meal availability and any dietary requirements when you call.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–4 weeks ahead during July and August, especially for weekends; shoulder season (June, September) is less busy. Contact them directly by phone or check rifugio.net for availability.
Open June through September reliably; winter weekends possible but check CAI Lecco first due to avalanche risk and snow access. Call ahead to confirm staffing outside peak season.
Drive or take the bus from Lecco town to the Piani di Artavaggio road end, then hike steeply uphill for roughly 1.5 hours to the hut at 1,780m. It's a moderate approach with no technical climbing.
25 beds in simple shared rooms, hot meals (dinner and breakfast typical), and basic water/toilet facilities; no shower. It runs as a working refuge, not a hotel.
Yes for fit hikers and families comfortable with a 1.5-hour steep approach; the hut itself is basic but welcoming. Not suitable for very young children or those needing luxuries.
Location
45.9560, 9.5024
HutLists Score
3.7
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI proprietario: CAI Lecco
- Total
- 25
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +39 0341 910669
- Website
- https://www.cai.lecco.it/?page_id=prodotti&idcontenuto=279&idparent=455&LID=0
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