Rifugio Stella Alpina
2.5
Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy
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Rifugio Stella Alpina sits at 2,568m in the Adamello-Presanella range, accessed from the Val di Genova. Most hikers approach via the Genova valley trail, a 3.5-hour ascent from Carisolo (1,432m). The route gains 1,136m steadily through larch forest before breaking into alpine meadow. An alternative approach from the Nardis waterfall adds 45 minutes but offers a more scenic entry. The hut lies on established trekking routes connecting the Presanella ridge and Adamello glacier approaches.
The hut sleeps 40 guests in mixed and private rooms. Dinner and breakfast are included with overnight stays; packed lunches are available for trekkers continuing into multi-day routes. The facility runs a full kitchen and serves simple mountain food. Water comes from melted snow above 2,500m, so supplies are reliable year-round. The hut operates mid-June through late September, closing during shoulder seasons due to snow and rockfall risk on access paths.
Book by phone at least 3 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. The hut fills quickly during school holidays and in good weather windows. Weekend traffic peaks Friday evenings and Saturday mornings. Phone ahead to confirm current conditions and water availability in early season, as late snow can delay access until July.
The hut sleeps 40 guests in mixed and private rooms. Dinner and breakfast are included with overnight stays; packed lunches are available for trekkers continuing into multi-day routes. The facility runs a full kitchen and serves simple mountain food. Water comes from melted snow above 2,500m, so supplies are reliable year-round. The hut operates mid-June through late September, closing during shoulder seasons due to snow and rockfall risk on access paths.
Book by phone at least 3 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. The hut fills quickly during school holidays and in good weather windows. Weekend traffic peaks Friday evenings and Saturday mornings. Phone ahead to confirm current conditions and water availability in early season, as late snow can delay access until July.
Frequently Asked Questions
Call ahead at least 2-3 months before your visit, especially for July and August weekends.
Rifugio Stella Alpina is typically staffed from June to September, depending on snow conditions.
Hike 3.5 hours from Carisolo (1,432m) via the Genova valley trail, gaining 1,136m through larch forest to reach 2,568m, or add 45 minutes via the Nardis waterfall route.
The hut provides mountain meals (expect hearty Italian fare) and dorm beds; confirm current amenities when you book by phone.
Yes, if you're fit for steady 3.5-hour climbs; the route is non-technical but high-altitude, so acclimatize and start early.
Location
46.4475, 11.6392
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- +39 0462 760349
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