Bivacco Rauzi

Bivacco Rauzi sits at 3,640m in the Albula Alps, a remote high-altitude shelter for mountaineers tackling the peaks around Piz Tomül and Piz Prievaz. The hut is accessible only on foot during summer and autumn. Most parties approach from the Prievaz valley, a demanding 4–5 hour trek with significant elevation gain. Winter access is feasible only for experienced alpinists with glacier and avalanche skills. The terrain is serious: expect scree, exposed scrambling, and changeable weather at altitude.
The bivacco is a basic refuge with 9 beds arranged in a single dormitory room. There is no warden on site and no meals provided. Water comes from snowmelt or nearby sources; check conditions before arrival as sources can be unreliable. The hut has a basic stove and minimal facilities—plan accordingly. The shelter operates year-round, though winter and early spring access is technical and dangerous. Self-sufficiency is essential.
Bivacco Rauzi is managed by the Club Alpino Italiano (CAI). Booking is informal; many parties simply arrive and use the hut on a first-come basis. Contact the CAI's Graubünden representatives or local mountain guides for current conditions, water availability, and access routes. There is no phone or internet at the hut. Bring all food, fuel, and water purification. Late summer (August–September) sees the most traffic; plan visits outside these weeks for solitude.