Demanding
About
Rifugio Emilio Questa sits at 2,386m in the Ligurian Alps, on the border between Piedmont and Liguria. The hut is reached from the Passo del Turchino (1,271m), a 3-hour walk northeast. Most parties approach via the Ligurian side, starting from Sassello or Urbe. The location sits on the main ridge walk between the Ligurian coast and the Po Valley, making it a logical stop on longer traverses.
The rifugio has 40 beds across shared rooms. Meals are provided: dinner and breakfast are standard offerings, and packed lunches available on request. The kitchen serves simple mountain food. Water comes from a reliable spring. The hut operates year-round but sees heaviest use from June to September. Winter access depends on snow conditions and should be confirmed before traveling.
Book directly with the hut by phone or email. July and August weekends fill 4–6 weeks ahead. The Genova CAI section manages the rifugio, and booking information is available through cai.it or by contacting the hut directly. Half-board (bed, dinner, breakfast) is the standard arrangement. Bring cash—card payment options are limited.
The rifugio has 40 beds across shared rooms. Meals are provided: dinner and breakfast are standard offerings, and packed lunches available on request. The kitchen serves simple mountain food. Water comes from a reliable spring. The hut operates year-round but sees heaviest use from June to September. Winter access depends on snow conditions and should be confirmed before traveling.
Book directly with the hut by phone or email. July and August weekends fill 4–6 weeks ahead. The Genova CAI section manages the rifugio, and booking information is available through cai.it or by contacting the hut directly. Half-board (bed, dinner, breakfast) is the standard arrangement. Bring cash—card payment options are limited.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 weeks ahead during summer weekends, especially July–August; weekdays are usually more flexible. Call ahead on the phone contact listed, or check rifugi.net for availability.
Most Ligurian Alps rifugios like this one operate June through September; confirm current dates with the hut directly by phone, as weather and staffing can shift the season.
From Passo del Turchino (1,271m), it's a 3-hour walk northeast along the ridge; most hikers approach from Sassello or Urbe on the Ligurian side, which adds 2–3 hours from valley start.
40 beds in shared rooms with dinner and breakfast included; confirm whether showers are available when you book, as water at this elevation can be limited.
Yes, if you're fit for a 3-hour uphill hike at moderate pace; it sits on a popular ridge walk, so trails are well-marked and not technical, making it good for families and groups doing longer traverses.
Location
44.1828, 7.2164
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI Club Alpino Italiano sezione "Ligure" - Genova
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +39 0171 97338
- Website
- https://www.rifugioquesta.it/
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