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About
Rifugio Murelli sits at 1,200m on the western shore of Lake Como, in the mountains above Moltrasio. The hut serves as a base for lake-view hikes and ridge traverses across the Como limestone range. Most approach routes start from villages on the lake—Moltrasio or Nesso—and take 2–3 hours to reach the hut, depending on your line. The terrain is steep and loose in places, so wear proper boots.
The rifugio has 24 beds across several rooms and runs a small restaurant serving home-cooked meals. Showers are available. The hut operates year-round, though winter opening depends on snow and road conditions—call ahead if you're coming November through March. It's a working base rather than a destination hut, so expect simple furnishings and a straightforward environment. The setting rewards early mornings: the lake and Pre-Alps fill the view as light breaks.
Book by phone with the Moltrasio section of CAI. July and August fill quickly; aim for 2–3 weeks ahead for summer weekends. Outside peak season, a few days' notice is usually enough. The hut has no website, so a phone call is your only booking option. Half-board (bed plus dinner and breakfast) is standard.
The rifugio has 24 beds across several rooms and runs a small restaurant serving home-cooked meals. Showers are available. The hut operates year-round, though winter opening depends on snow and road conditions—call ahead if you're coming November through March. It's a working base rather than a destination hut, so expect simple furnishings and a straightforward environment. The setting rewards early mornings: the lake and Pre-Alps fill the view as light breaks.
Book by phone with the Moltrasio section of CAI. July and August fill quickly; aim for 2–3 weeks ahead for summer weekends. Outside peak season, a few days' notice is usually enough. The hut has no website, so a phone call is your only booking option. Half-board (bed plus dinner and breakfast) is standard.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 weeks ahead for weekends, especially July–August; weekdays can often be arranged with shorter notice. Call the rifugio directly or check rifugio.net for availability.
Most Italian Alpine huts at this elevation operate April–October, with peak season June–September; confirm exact dates by phone before planning your trip.
Approach from Moltrasio or Nesso on Lake Como in 2–3 hours; the terrain is steep and loose, so wear proper hiking boots and expect scrambling sections.
The hut has 24 beds in shared rooms and serves home-cooked meals in a small restaurant; confirm shower availability when you book, as mountain huts often have limited hot water.
The easy access rating makes it reasonable for fit families, but the steep, loose approach terrain requires proper boots and sure footing—not ideal for young children or inexperienced hikers.
Location
45.8904, 9.1080
HutLists Score
5.0
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI Club Alpino Italiano - Sezione di Moltrasio
- Season
- Jan-Dec
- Total
- 24
Facilities
Showers
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +39 335 8434493
- Website
- https://www.rifugi.lombardia.it/como/carate-urio/rifugio-murelli.html
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