Bivacco Corti

Bivacco Corti sits at 2,499m on the Monte Rosa massif, accessible from the Gressoney Valley in the Italian Alps. The approach takes 4–5 hours from Stafal (1,640m), following the Gressoney trail through alpine meadows and scree slopes. This is a serious mountain approach; bring a headtorch for the final rocky sections and expect loose terrain. The hut marks the gateway to Monte Rosa's northern peaks and connects to high routes across the massif.
This is a basic bivouac shelter, not a staffed hut. It offers emergency shelter for 4–6 people in extremely tight quarters—sleeping on benches or the floor with your own mat and sleeping bag. There is no water, no meals, no heating. The shelter is open year-round but only accessible once snow melts, typically from June. Check conditions before ascent; afternoon thunderstorms develop quickly at this elevation. Bring a stove, fuel, water containers, and full mountain kit.
Treat Bivacco Corti as a wild camp location rather than a booked facility. There is no booking system and no caretaker. Arrive early to secure space; midsummer weekends see heavy use from mountaineers tackling Monte Rosa. A local guide service in Gressoney can advise on current access and mountain conditions. This shelter is for experienced alpinists moving fast through the high mountains, not for casual hikers seeking comfort.