Cascina Stavello

Cascina Stavello sits at 1,551m in the Ticino Alps, on the border between Switzerland and Italy. The hut serves as a base for routes into Val Bavona and towards Basòdino. Reach it from Robiei (1,894m) by heading south on foot—the approach takes roughly 2.5 hours across alpine terrain. From Locarno, drive to Robiei via the Nufenen Pass road, then hike down and across. The hut works best as part of a longer alpine crossing rather than a standalone destination.
Cascina Stavello has 4 beds spread across a small, basic stone structure. Expect minimal comfort: no heating, no electricity, no drinking water on site. You'll need to carry water or melt snow. The hut operates year-round as an emergency shelter, though summer is the practical season for visits. There is no guardian and no meals service. This is a self-catering refuge for experienced alpinists comfortable with rough conditions.
Contact the Ticino section of the SAC/CAS before visiting to check access conditions, especially in winter and spring when snow and avalanche risk may block routes. Bring your own stove, fuel, food, and water. Don't rely on this hut for planned multi-day trips unless you're confident in self-sufficiency and mountain rescue awareness.