Refuge Colombè
1.6Rifugio Colombè
1,706m
Graubuenden, Switzerland
About
Refuge Colombè sits at 1706m in the Brescia Alps above the Val Camonica, accessed from Cedegolo village. The standard approach takes 2.5 hours from Cedegolo trailhead, climbing through beech and spruce forest to reach the hut on the flank of Pizzo Camino. This is a hiking-focused base with straightforward trail access, not a high-altitude mountaineering station.
The refuge manages 30 beds across simple rooms. Meals are provided for overnight guests; the kitchen handles half-board and full-board arrangements. Water and basic facilities are available. The hut opens year-round but staffing varies—confirm opening dates before planning winter or early spring visits. Spring through autumn sees regular foot traffic, particularly weekends. The surrounding terrain offers day walks to higher peaks in the range and links to the wider Val Camonica trail network.
Book directly with CAI Cedegolo section. Contact details and current opening information are essential before arrival, as this smaller refuge operates with seasonal staffing patterns. Weekend capacity fills quickly during July and August; book 2-3 weeks ahead for those months. Weekday visits in June and September offer better availability. The hut operates as a working base for hikers tackling multi-day routes across the Brescia Alps rather than a destination summit refuge.
The refuge manages 30 beds across simple rooms. Meals are provided for overnight guests; the kitchen handles half-board and full-board arrangements. Water and basic facilities are available. The hut opens year-round but staffing varies—confirm opening dates before planning winter or early spring visits. Spring through autumn sees regular foot traffic, particularly weekends. The surrounding terrain offers day walks to higher peaks in the range and links to the wider Val Camonica trail network.
Book directly with CAI Cedegolo section. Contact details and current opening information are essential before arrival, as this smaller refuge operates with seasonal staffing patterns. Weekend capacity fills quickly during July and August; book 2-3 weeks ahead for those months. Weekday visits in June and September offer better availability. The hut operates as a working base for hikers tackling multi-day routes across the Brescia Alps rather than a destination summit refuge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead for July and August; shoulder seasons (June, September) need 4–6 weeks' notice.
Rifugio Colombè is staffed from June to September.
Start from Cedegolo village and follow the marked trail for 2.5 hours through forest to the hut at 1706m; the route is moderate hiking with steady elevation gain.
Half-board and full-board options are available; the kitchen serves dinner and breakfast to overnight guests, and beds are in simple shared rooms.
Yes—the 2.5-hour approach is moderate difficulty with no scrambling, making it accessible for fit hikers new to Alpine huts.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI
- Season
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- Total
- 30
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- Website