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About
Rifugio Pian della Mora sits at 1,350m in the Bergamo Alps of Lombardy, on the flank of Pizzo dei Tre Signori. Reach it from the village of Branzi in about 2.5 hours on foot via a well-marked path through mixed forest and alpine meadow. The hut serves as a base for ridge traverses and scrambles across this compact but engaging range. Most parties hike in from Branzi in the morning; the refuge sits directly on the CAI hiking network.
The rifugio sleeps around 30 people in mixed dormitories and offers simple meals at dinner and breakfast. Water comes from mountain springs. Toilets are basic but functional. The hut operates year-round, though winter visits require prior arrangement. Mobile signal is reliable. Facilities are standard for a working mountain hut—no frills, food adequate and filling.
Book directly by phone or email through the guardian well ahead in July and August. The hut manages walk-ins outside peak season but does fill on summer weekends and Italian holidays. Access remains feasible in early summer and autumn when lower Alpine huts are overcrowded. Winter ascents are possible but snow conditions vary; call ahead to confirm conditions and hut status.
The rifugio sleeps around 30 people in mixed dormitories and offers simple meals at dinner and breakfast. Water comes from mountain springs. Toilets are basic but functional. The hut operates year-round, though winter visits require prior arrangement. Mobile signal is reliable. Facilities are standard for a working mountain hut—no frills, food adequate and filling.
Book directly by phone or email through the guardian well ahead in July and August. The hut manages walk-ins outside peak season but does fill on summer weekends and Italian holidays. Access remains feasible in early summer and autumn when lower Alpine huts are overcrowded. Winter ascents are possible but snow conditions vary; call ahead to confirm conditions and hut status.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2-3 weeks ahead during July and August, especially for weekends; shoulder seasons (June, September) are more flexible. Use rifugi.net or contact the hut directly—it's a smaller refuge with around 30 beds.
Generally open June through September; confirm exact dates before visiting as staffing depends on seasonal demand. Contact the hut or check cai.it for current opening information.
Hike from Branzi village in about 2.5 hours via a well-marked CAI path through forest and alpine meadow—mostly straightforward terrain, though it gains elevation steadily. No cable car or road access; foot traffic only.
Around 30 beds in mixed dormitories; expect basic Alpine hut accommodation with simple meals (breakfast, packed lunches, dinner). Confirm water and shower availability when booking—mountain refuges vary.
Not ideal for beginners: the 2.5-hour approach is steady uphill and the rifugio serves mountaineers doing ridge work and scrambles. Families with fit children aged 10+ and solid hill experience could manage it.
Location
44.7551, 9.2125
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3.8
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
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