Moderate
About
Rifugio Meggiana sits at 1,560m on the slopes of the Ligurian Apennines in Piedmont, between the Tanaro and Bormida valleys. The hut is accessible by a 2-hour walk from Castel Vittoria or a 90-minute approach from the village of Torino di Sangone. The terrain is steep but well-marked, with good paths that suit competent walkers year-round.
The rifugio sleeps 30 guests in simple rooms. Half and full board available. The kitchen serves mountain food: pasta, polenta, local cheeses, and game in season. There's a common room with a wood stove, basic shower facilities, and reliable water supply. The hut operates year-round but is busiest from May to October, especially weekends.
Phone ahead to reserve a bed—walk-ins are possible but space is tight on Saturdays. Call directly rather than relying on email. The hut can arrange packed lunches for hiking days. Arrive by mid-afternoon; the kitchen shuts down early. There's no formal guardian in winter, so confirm opening before visiting December to February.
The rifugio sleeps 30 guests in simple rooms. Half and full board available. The kitchen serves mountain food: pasta, polenta, local cheeses, and game in season. There's a common room with a wood stove, basic shower facilities, and reliable water supply. The hut operates year-round but is busiest from May to October, especially weekends.
Phone ahead to reserve a bed—walk-ins are possible but space is tight on Saturdays. Call directly rather than relying on email. The hut can arrange packed lunches for hiking days. Arrive by mid-afternoon; the kitchen shuts down early. There's no formal guardian in winter, so confirm opening before visiting December to February.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2-3 weeks ahead for weekends, especially in summer and autumn; weekdays are more flexible. Call them directly or check rifugio.net for availability.
Most huts in the Ligurian Apennines operate year-round or March through November; confirm current dates by phone as staffing varies seasonally.
Two main approaches: 2 hours from Castel Vittoria or 90 minutes from Torino di Sangone; both routes are well-marked with moderate steep terrain suitable for competent walkers.
Half and full board available with simple rooms for 30 guests; kitchen serves mountain food including pasta, polenta, local cheeses, and game—no shower information provided, so confirm amenities when booking.
Suitable for competent walkers and families with hiking experience; the moderate steep terrain and 90-minute to 2-hour approaches require reasonable fitness, not a beginner hut.
Location
45.7491, 8.0417
Need a hotel nearby?
Staying in Piedmont before or after your hike? Compare hotels on Booking.com.
Search hotels in PiedmontBooked through Booking.com — we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. More
Don't forget to book
This hut takes bookings direct, so beds go to whoever asks first. Tell us your dates and we'll email you when it's time to reserve — with the hut's contact details.
HutLists Score
3.9
Overall
Facilities
Access
Season
Based on facilities, access, and how reliably the hut is open.
Quick Facts
- Total
- 30
Facilities
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +39 0163 77295;+39 348 2447729
Activities
Featured In
Free Packing Checklist
Get the printable Alpine Hut Packing Checklist, plus route guides and booking tips.