Bivacco Giovanni Grazzini
1.0
2,020m
Graubuenden, Switzerland
About
Bivacco Giovanni Grazzini sits at 2,020m on the border between Lombardy and Valais, in the Lepontine Alps south of the Simplon Pass. Approach from Naquun in the Laggintal valley, heading northeast past Lago della Frua and climbing steeply to the hut. The ascent takes 3 to 4 hours and gains 1,000m. The hut works as a base for ridge traverses and peaks in this quiet corner of the Alps, away from the main tourist routes.
This is a small bivacco—a basic mountain shelter rather than a staffed hut. It sleeps 12 in bunks and has no warden, no meals, and no water source on-site. Bring all your own supplies, including water or a filtering system. There are no cooking facilities. The hut stays open year-round but winter access can be blocked by snow. Expect spartan conditions: a roof, walls, and bunks. Bring a sleeping bag rated for mountain temperatures—nights are cold even in summer.
Book by contacting CAI Collio directly. The hut is free or requests a small donation. Since it's unmanned and small, check ahead with the managing section to confirm access and current conditions, especially in winter or after heavy snow.
This is a small bivacco—a basic mountain shelter rather than a staffed hut. It sleeps 12 in bunks and has no warden, no meals, and no water source on-site. Bring all your own supplies, including water or a filtering system. There are no cooking facilities. The hut stays open year-round but winter access can be blocked by snow. Expect spartan conditions: a roof, walls, and bunks. Bring a sleeping bag rated for mountain temperatures—nights are cold even in summer.
Book by contacting CAI Collio directly. The hut is free or requests a small donation. Since it's unmanned and small, check ahead with the managing section to confirm access and current conditions, especially in winter or after heavy snow.
Frequently Asked Questions
Bivaccos are first-come, first-served shelters with no booking system; check locally or with the municipality of Naquun before heading up, as access conditions vary.
Open year-round as an emergency shelter, but reliably usable June to September when snow is gone and the approach is safe.
Start from Naquun in the Laggintal valley, northeast past Lago della Frua; the approach is steep and demanding, taking 3 to 4 hours and gaining 1,000m.
This is a basic bivacco with 12 beds, no staffing, no meals, and no water or heating—bring your own food, stove, and sleeping bag.
No; the demanding 3- to 4-hour ascent with 1,000m gain and remote location require solid fitness, mountaineering experience, and self-sufficiency.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI
- Season
- –
- Total
- 12
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- Website
- https://www.caicollio.it/bivacco-grazzini/