About
Capanna La Piana sits at 1,550m in the Orobie Alps of Lombardy, above the Val di Scalve. Reach it from Azzone in around 3 hours on a clear trail that climbs steadily through beech forest and alpine meadow. The hut marks the junction of several valley walks and makes a logical base for day trips into the high pastures above.
The rifugio holds 30 beds across simple rooms. Half-board is standard: a solid evening meal and breakfast included with the bed. The kitchen produces hearty pasta and polenta rather than refined cooking. Water comes from the spring; toilets are basic but functional. The hut sits open year-round but staff presence is reliable only from June through September. Winter access requires checking conditions ahead.
Book through rifugi.net or contact the guardian directly by phone before heading up. July and August fill quickly—reserve 4-6 weeks ahead for those months. The shoulder seasons (May, June, September, early October) offer quieter stays and more reliable weather than midsummer. Cell signal is weak; bring a map and compass.
The rifugio holds 30 beds across simple rooms. Half-board is standard: a solid evening meal and breakfast included with the bed. The kitchen produces hearty pasta and polenta rather than refined cooking. Water comes from the spring; toilets are basic but functional. The hut sits open year-round but staff presence is reliable only from June through September. Winter access requires checking conditions ahead.
Book through rifugi.net or contact the guardian directly by phone before heading up. July and August fill quickly—reserve 4-6 weeks ahead for those months. The shoulder seasons (May, June, September, early October) offer quieter stays and more reliable weather than midsummer. Cell signal is weak; bring a map and compass.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2-3 weeks ahead for weekends and peak season (July-August); weekdays are usually available with less notice. Contact the hut directly or use rifugio.net for reservations.
Typically open June through September; confirm exact dates with the hut before planning, as Lombardy rifugis can open earlier in good conditions or close sooner if weather deteriorates.
Start from Azzone and follow the marked trail for roughly 3 hours; the route climbs steadily through beech forest and alpine meadow to 1,550m with no scrambling required.
30 beds in simple rooms, half-board included (evening meal and breakfast); the kitchen serves hearty pasta and polenta-based dishes with no shower facilities—wash in cold water or the stream.
Yes—the 3-hour approach is steady rather than steep, the hut's simple setup works for families, and it's ideal for day hikes into the high pastures rather than technical climbing.
Location
45.8867, 8.9885
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3.9
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Quick Facts
- Total
- 30
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Website
- https://www.scoutmomo.ch/
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