Bivacco Emilio Greppi
1.0
1,915m
Ticino, Switzerland
About
Bivacco Emilio Greppi sits at 1915m in the Val Vigezzo region of Ticino, on the Switzerland-Italy border. Approach from Premia (on the Swiss side) via a marked trail that takes roughly 2.5 hours. The route climbs through mixed woodland and alpine meadow, gaining about 650m. This is a small, basic shelter—not a full hut—so expect minimal services and austere conditions.
The bivacco has 6 beds total across one or two rooms. There is no guardian (gestore) on site and no meals provided. You'll find basic sleeping platforms, a roof, and walls. Bring a stove or rely on a fireplace if present. Water may be available from a nearby spring, but confirm this before departure. The hut is typically accessible June to September, though conditions and snow cover dictate actual usability. Winter ascents are possible only for experienced mountaineers with proper gear.
Contact the managing section—CAI Sezione di Valle Vigezzo—directly to check current conditions and book. Since this is an unstaffed bivacco, expect no reply if you call or email during winter or bad weather. Arrive early in the day and be self-sufficient. July and August see the most traffic, but numbers remain low given the tiny capacity. Bring all supplies you need: food, fuel, water containers, and a sleeping bag. Have a backup plan if the shelter is full or in poor condition.
The bivacco has 6 beds total across one or two rooms. There is no guardian (gestore) on site and no meals provided. You'll find basic sleeping platforms, a roof, and walls. Bring a stove or rely on a fireplace if present. Water may be available from a nearby spring, but confirm this before departure. The hut is typically accessible June to September, though conditions and snow cover dictate actual usability. Winter ascents are possible only for experienced mountaineers with proper gear.
Contact the managing section—CAI Sezione di Valle Vigezzo—directly to check current conditions and book. Since this is an unstaffed bivacco, expect no reply if you call or email during winter or bad weather. Arrive early in the day and be self-sufficient. July and August see the most traffic, but numbers remain low given the tiny capacity. Bring all supplies you need: food, fuel, water containers, and a sleeping bag. Have a backup plan if the shelter is full or in poor condition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact the municipality of Premia or check the hut's current booking status before visiting—this is an unstaffed bivacco with no formal reservation system, so confirm access and conditions locally.
The bivacco is generally accessible year-round, but snow and weather make it reliably accessible only from June to October.
Hike from Premia (Switzerland side) via marked trail in 2.5 hours, gaining 650m through woodland and alpine meadow to reach 1915m.
6 beds in basic dormitory rooms, no meals provided, no running water or heating—bring everything you need including a stove and food.
No—the demanding approach and austere conditions (no guardian, no supplies, minimal shelter) require mountain experience and self-sufficiency.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI
- Season
- –
- Total
- 6
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- Website