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Giovanni Bertacchi Mountain Hut
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5.0
(3)
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Luigi D'Imperio
July 9, 2023
Hiking
The refuge, dedicated to the "poet of Valchiavenna" Giovanni Bertacchi, stands in a panoramic position next to Lake Emet, in the Upper Val San Giacomo, at an altitude of 2,175 metres.
An ideal destination for family outings thanks to its privileged and easily accessible position, it is open from mid-June to the end of September (and only on weekends in October). An excellent place to take a regenerating break while enjoying the best dishes of the local tradition. It is also equipped with 24 beds.
An ideal destination for family outings thanks to its privileged and easily accessible position, it is open from mid-June to the end of September (and only on weekends in October). An excellent place to take a regenerating break while enjoying the best dishes of the local tradition. It is also equipped with 24 beds.
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Giulia
July 19, 2026
Hiking
A must-go place. Food is local and incredibly good, the staff is kind and mountain friendly, and the view of lake Emet and all the Peaks (from Spadolazzo, to Tambo’ to Pizzo quadro, and others) is stunning
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Elevation 2,150 m
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