Refuge Giacomini
2.0
1,893m
Piedmont, Italy
About
Rifugio Giacomini sits at 1893m in the Ligurian Alps on the border between Piedmont and Liguria. The hut is reached via the Val Pennavaire from Priola (Imperia province), a 2.5-hour walk that gains 650m through mixed forest and alpine meadow. Approach from the north via the Passo della Capanella is rougher terrain; allow 3 hours from the nearest road access. The location works well as a base for ridge walks toward Monte Saccarello (2201m) or as a waypoint on longer traverses of the western Ligurian Alps.
The hut has 58 beds in small dorms and double rooms. Half board (dinner and breakfast) is standard; packed lunches available. The kitchen serves substantial mountain food. Showers are available. The hut operates year-round except for short closures in late autumn and early spring; phone ahead November to March. Water is reliable from the spring nearby.
Book direct by email or phone 2–3 weeks ahead for weekends. July and August weekends fill consistently. The hut is managed by experienced Alpine guides and maintains steady opening hours even in marginal seasons, making it reliable for shoulder-season planning. Phone ahead if arriving outside standard hours.
The hut has 58 beds in small dorms and double rooms. Half board (dinner and breakfast) is standard; packed lunches available. The kitchen serves substantial mountain food. Showers are available. The hut operates year-round except for short closures in late autumn and early spring; phone ahead November to March. Water is reliable from the spring nearby.
Book direct by email or phone 2–3 weeks ahead for weekends. July and August weekends fill consistently. The hut is managed by experienced Alpine guides and maintains steady opening hours even in marginal seasons, making it reliable for shoulder-season planning. Phone ahead if arriving outside standard hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2-3 weeks ahead during July-August; weekends year-round fill quickly. Contact by phone or check rifugio.net for availability.
Typically open June through September; confirm exact dates by calling ahead as mountain weather can affect access and staffing.
From Priola (Imperia province): 2.5 hours, 650m gain via Val Pennavaire through forest and meadow. From the north via Passo della Capanella: 3 hours on rougher terrain.
58 beds in shared dorm rooms, hot meals for dinner and breakfast, and basic washing facilities; no hot showers but water is available.
The southern approach from Priola (2.5 hours, moderate grade) works for fit families; the northern route via Passo della Capanella is rougher and better for experienced hikers. Good base for ridge walks toward Monte Saccarello.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- FFCAM
- Season
- –
- Total
- 58
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +41 24 498 22 95
- Website
- https://www.anzeindaz.com