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About
Capanna Biaena sits at 1,580m in the Val di Gresta, a side valley east of Lake Garda in Veneto. Reach it from the village of Nago-Torbole (lake level) via the marked trail that climbs through mixed woodland. The ascent takes 3–3.5 hours. The hut works as a base for day walks across the Gresta plateau and onward to higher peaks like Cima Gaz (1,745m). Winter snow can close access; check conditions before heading up.
SAT Val di Gresta runs this small refuge. Expect 30–40 beds in simple dorms. The kitchen serves meals to residents and walk-ins; half-board and full-board options are available. Water is reliable year-round. There are no showers. The hut typically opens Easter through October, though exact dates vary—contact ahead to confirm. This is a working base for hiking, not a destination for luxury.
Book directly with SAT Val di Gresta via their website or phone. July and August fill quickly; reserve 4–6 weeks ahead for summer weekends. Shoulder seasons (May, June, September) are quieter. The hut is popular with day hikers from the lake, so weekends draw casual traffic even outside peak season.
SAT Val di Gresta runs this small refuge. Expect 30–40 beds in simple dorms. The kitchen serves meals to residents and walk-ins; half-board and full-board options are available. Water is reliable year-round. There are no showers. The hut typically opens Easter through October, though exact dates vary—contact ahead to confirm. This is a working base for hiking, not a destination for luxury.
Book directly with SAT Val di Gresta via their website or phone. July and August fill quickly; reserve 4–6 weeks ahead for summer weekends. Shoulder seasons (May, June, September) are quieter. The hut is popular with day hikers from the lake, so weekends draw casual traffic even outside peak season.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 weeks ahead for weekends, especially in summer and autumn; weekdays are more flexible. Contact SAT Val di Gresta directly or check rifugi.net for availability.
Open roughly May to October, though winter snow can force closures; check with SAT Val di Gresta before visiting outside summer to confirm staffing and access.
Start from Nago-Torbole village (lake level) and follow the marked trail through mixed woodland; the ascent takes 3–3.5 hours to reach 1,580m.
Simple dorm accommodation with 30–40 beds; hot meals and drinks are served, though amenities are basic—bring a headtorch and confirm meal times when booking.
Yes, the 3–3.5 hour ascent from Nago-Torbole is steady but manageable for fit families and hiking beginners; the Gresta plateau offers gentler day walks from the hut.
Location
45.8840, 10.9699
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3.2
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