Bivacco Plassa Gerù

Bivacco Plassa Gerù sits at 2,207m in the Albula Alps of Graubünden, accessed from the Val Plazöl near Preda. The hut stands on open terrain above the tree line, making it a working base for ascents in the Piz Platta massif and traverses of the Albula ridge. Most parties reach it in 2–2.5 hours from Preda village (1,384m). The approach is non-technical hiking with steady elevation gain. Winter access requires mountaineering skills.
The bivacco is a simple, self-catering refuge with a small interior and sleeping capacity of around 12–15 people. You'll find a basic kitchen with a stove, tables, and benches. Water sources are reliable in summer and autumn from nearby springs; carry containers. There are no blankets, mattresses, or prepared meals—bring your own sleeping bag, mat, and food. The hut typically operates from June through October, though the structure remains accessible outside these months for emergency shelter.
Book ahead during July and August by contacting local SAC sections or mountain guides in the Preda area. Many parties use this as a staging point for a pre-dawn start to high peaks. Expect crowds on clear weekends in summer. The hut is remote enough that most visitors are competent mountain users; day-trippers are rare. Bring fuel, food, and water—the nearest supply is in Preda.