Refuge Malga Mine

Rifugio Malga Mine sits at 1,314m in the Val di Non, in the Italian-speaking Trentino region of the southern Swiss Alps. The hut lies on the Sentiero dei Castagni (Chestnut Trail), a popular day walk that winds through deciduous forest. Most hikers reach it from the village of Cles, a 2-hour climb through mixed woodland. The terrain is moderate and well-marked. If you're linking it into a longer itinerary, the hut works as a junction point between valley walks and higher mountain routes into the Brenta group.
The rifugio is a small mountain inn with basic but solid facilities. It has about 30 beds across simple rooms. The kitchen serves local Trentino food—expect polenta, casunziei (stuffed pasta), and hearty soups. They do packed lunches on request. The hut is open year-round, though winter demand is light. There's no wi-fi or mobile signal, which is the point. Water comes from a spring. Sleeping bag not required—they provide blankets.
Book directly by phone with the manager to confirm your arrival date and any dietary needs. They're flexible with small groups and day visitors who want to eat lunch. High season runs June through September; August gets busy. Weekday visits are quieter than weekends. The hut sits in wine country, so if you're exploring the Val di Non's Riesling vineyards as well as walking, factor that in.