Bivacco Scaredi

Bivacco Scaredi sits at 1841m in the Val Colla above Lugano, in Ticino's southern Alps. Reach it from Lugano via the Val Colla road, then hike 1.5 hours from the parking area at Alpe Nara. The approach climbs steadily through mixed forest and opens onto the high valley meadows where the hut stands. The location gives direct access to ridges and peaks across the Luganese Alps, including routes toward Monte Tamaro and Monte Lema. Most visitors arrive from the north, starting from Cassarate or other Lugano approaches.
The bivacco is a simple, functional shelter with 30 beds split between dormitory and smaller rooms. Meals are available during peak season—expect basic but filling food. The hut has water from a spring and basic toilet facilities. There is no electricity. Blankets and pillows are provided; bring your own sleep sack or sleep sheet. The season runs from May through October, with staffing most reliable in summer months (June through September). Outside these months, contact ahead to confirm availability.
Book directly with the managing authority or through the Ticino tourism office. The hut draws steady traffic on summer weekends, particularly July and August—reserve at least 3–4 weeks ahead for these periods. For quieter visits, aim for early June or September. The bivacco functions as a base for acclimatization hikes and as a stopping point on longer ridge traverses, making it valuable if you're working in the southern Alps for several days.