Bivacco Flavio Pedrinelli
1.1
2,353m
Graubuenden, Switzerland
About
Bivacco Flavio Pedrinelli sits at 2353m in the Bergell Valley, on the Italian side of the Lepontin Alps. Reach it from Soglio in 2.5–3 hours via the Val Bonacossa trail, which climbs steeply through larch forest and alpine meadow. The hut lies well-positioned for ascents of Piz Badile (3305m) and Piz Cengalo (3369m), two serious granite peaks that draw climbers year-round. Winter access requires mountaineering skills and avalanche assessment.
The bivacco is a simple refuge built for mountaineers. Eight beds are split across two sleeping areas. Water comes from a natural source nearby. Toilet facilities are basic—expect an outhouse. There are no cooking facilities; bring a stove or eat cold food. The guardian may be present seasonally (summer mainly), but treat it as an unguarded hut. This is genuine alpine shelter, not a comfortable base camp. The hut is open year-round but most reliable June through September.
Book by contacting the Soglio valley communities or the CAI (Club Alpino Italiano) Bergell section beforehand. July and August see heavy traffic from climbers attempting the two peaks, so arrive early in the day or split your approach over two days. Bring all food, fuel, and sleeping gear. Water reliability varies with season—carry extra or be prepared to melt snow in winter.
The bivacco is a simple refuge built for mountaineers. Eight beds are split across two sleeping areas. Water comes from a natural source nearby. Toilet facilities are basic—expect an outhouse. There are no cooking facilities; bring a stove or eat cold food. The guardian may be present seasonally (summer mainly), but treat it as an unguarded hut. This is genuine alpine shelter, not a comfortable base camp. The hut is open year-round but most reliable June through September.
Book by contacting the Soglio valley communities or the CAI (Club Alpino Italiano) Bergell section beforehand. July and August see heavy traffic from climbers attempting the two peaks, so arrive early in the day or split your approach over two days. Bring all food, fuel, and sleeping gear. Water reliability varies with season—carry extra or be prepared to melt snow in winter.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact the hut directly as far ahead as possible—it has only 8 beds and no formal booking system. Summer weekends fill quickly.
The bivacco is accessible year-round, but winter access requires mountaineering skills and avalanche assessment; most traffic is June to October.
Start from Soglio and follow the Val Bonacossa trail for 2.5–3 hours; the route climbs steeply through larch forest and alpine meadow to 2353m.
Drinking water is available; there are no flush toilets—this is a basic bivacco designed for mountaineers.
This is for experienced mountaineers only—it's positioned for serious granite climbs like Piz Badile (3305m) and Piz Cengalo (3369m), not beginners or families.
Quick Facts
- Season
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- Total
- 8
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- Website