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Bivouac Pian delle Stelle sits at 2,285m in the Ligurian Alps, on the ridge between Monte Saccarello and Monte Frontè. Reach it from Colle di Tenda (2,072m) in 2 hours on a marked trail, or approach from the Pian delle Stelle meadow in 1.5 hours. The final section involves some scrambling. This is a working base for ridge traverses and climbs in the surrounding peaks rather than a destination in itself.
The bivouac is small and basic—a stone shelter with sleeping space for around 6–8 people on mattresses. There's no guardian, no electricity, and no meals. You bring everything: sleeping bag, food, water, and a headlamp. The shelter has a roof and walls but expect minimal comfort. The location is open year-round, though snow and ice make winter access technical. Summer sees occasional foot traffic; spring and autumn are quieter.
Book in advance by contacting the CAI Liguria office or local hiking clubs managing the structure. There is no phone service on-site. Come prepared for self-sufficiency and poor weather—the ridge is exposed and conditions change fast.
The bivouac is small and basic—a stone shelter with sleeping space for around 6–8 people on mattresses. There's no guardian, no electricity, and no meals. You bring everything: sleeping bag, food, water, and a headlamp. The shelter has a roof and walls but expect minimal comfort. The location is open year-round, though snow and ice make winter access technical. Summer sees occasional foot traffic; spring and autumn are quieter.
Book in advance by contacting the CAI Liguria office or local hiking clubs managing the structure. There is no phone service on-site. Come prepared for self-sufficiency and poor weather—the ridge is exposed and conditions change fast.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact the hut directly before arrival—there's no formal booking system for this small bivouac, and spaces fill quickly during summer weekends.
The bivouac is accessible year-round, but it's most reliably staffed and equipped June to September.
Approach from Colle di Tenda in 2 hours on a marked trail, or from Pian delle Stelle meadow in 1.5 hours; the final section involves scrambling.
It's a basic stone shelter with sleeping space for 6–8 people; bring your own sleeping bag, food, and water—there's no meals service or running water.
No—the scrambling approach and remote location make it suitable only for experienced mountaineers planning ridge traverses and peak climbs.
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46.4501, 11.9742
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