About
Rifugio Mirtillo sits at 2,550m in the Bergamo Alps, on the Orobie plateau east of Lake Como. Reach it from Piazza Brembana (1,300m) via the Val Brembana. The standard route takes 4–5 hours on a well-marked path with steady elevation gain. Snow blocks access from November through May; confirm conditions before travelling.
The refuge holds 60 beds in mixed dormitories. Meals are available—half-board is standard practice. The kitchen serves hearty mountain food; specify dietary needs when booking. Showers and toilets are basic but functional. The hut opens June through September. This is a base for ridge walks across the Orobie, and for traverses toward Rifugio Alpe di Pizzo to the north.
Call ahead to reserve beds, especially for weekends and July–August. The hut manages its own bookings by phone; have your dates, party size, and meal preferences ready. Expect the refuge to fill 2–3 weeks before peak summer dates.
The refuge holds 60 beds in mixed dormitories. Meals are available—half-board is standard practice. The kitchen serves hearty mountain food; specify dietary needs when booking. Showers and toilets are basic but functional. The hut opens June through September. This is a base for ridge walks across the Orobie, and for traverses toward Rifugio Alpe di Pizzo to the north.
Call ahead to reserve beds, especially for weekends and July–August. The hut manages its own bookings by phone; have your dates, party size, and meal preferences ready. Expect the refuge to fill 2–3 weeks before peak summer dates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 weeks ahead during summer weekends; shoulder seasons allow more flexibility. Call the hut directly or check rifugio.net for availability and to arrange half-board meals.
Open June through October; snow typically blocks access November–May, so confirm conditions before traveling. The hut is fully staffed during the open season.
Start from Piazza Brembana (1,300m) and follow the well-marked path up Val Brembana; the standard route takes 4–5 hours with steady elevation gain to reach 2,550m.
60 beds in mixed dormitories with half-board meals included as standard. The kitchen serves mountain food; inform the hut of dietary requirements when booking.
Yes, if you're fit: the 4–5 hour route is well-marked with no scrambling, though the 1,250m elevation gain demands decent fitness. It's less suitable for families with young children due to the hike length and altitude.
Location
46.0089, 10.0065
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Quick Facts
- Season
- 24/7
- Total
- 60
Facilities
Half board
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +39 0346 467084
- Website
- https://www.rifugiomirtillo.com/
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