Refuge A.N.A. Piateda

Rifugio A.N.A. Piateda sits at 1,550m in the Valtelline Alps on the Swiss-Italian border, in the Piateda valley above the Spügen Pass. Reach it from Nufenen (Arnisee side) via a 2.5-hour hike following the Val di Luzzone. Most hikers approach from the Italian side starting near the Spügen Pass, a 3-hour walk. The hut serves as a key waypoint on longer traverses connecting the Rhine valley to the Valtelline.
The refuge is a simple stone building run by the Italian Alpine Club (A.N.A.). It has 20 beds in multi-share rooms. Meals are basic—expect pasta, soups, and local fare. Water comes from mountain springs. The hut has no shower (bucket wash only). The kitchen closes by 9pm. Open June through September, weather dependent. Winter access requires mountaineering skills.
Phone ahead before visiting, especially July and August. Single nights are possible but the hut prefers groups. Bring your own sleeping bag and towel. The nearest supply point is Pizzo Marcello, several hours' walk away, so plan meals accordingly. Cold nights and unpredictable weather are standard even in summer—bring a warm layer and rain gear regardless of the forecast.