Bivouac Lamè

Bivacco Lamè sits at 2,422m on the ridge between Punta Lamè and Punta Nera in the Maritime Alps, in Piedmont's southwestern corner. Reach it from Rifugio Muserà (1,897m) via a marked trail that climbs steeply for 2 hours across scree and rocky terrain. The approach demands scrambling ability and route-finding in the final section. This is not a hut for casual hikers.

Bivacco Lamè is an unmanned emergency shelter with room for 4–6 people. It has a basic roof, walls, and a wooden platform for sleeping—bring your own sleeping bag and mat. There is no water, food, or heating. The bivouac is open year-round but only accessible when snow doesn't block the approach, typically June through September. Its small capacity and minimal facilities make it useful only for mountaineers doing multi-pitch rock climbing on the nearby peaks (Punta Lamè, Punta Nera) or as a last-resort emergency shelter for high-altitude trekkers.

This is not a staffed rifugio, so advance booking is impossible. Treat it as an emergency resource, not a planned overnight option. Carry all your own food, water, and equipment. Check conditions with Rifugio Muserà before setting out, as rockfall and loose terrain are regular hazards. The approach is exposed and dangerous in poor weather or when wet.