The refuge is located at 2,433 meters above sea level and was inaugurated in 1960. From here it is possible to access the normal routes and the via ferratas. Reachable only on foot, and offers refreshment and kitchen services, telephone, gas heating, telephone and radio, 23 beds and bathroom. During the summer the refuge is open from the beginning of June to the end of September, while from October to May it is only open on request and with reservation (the contact number is Tel. 0861-959634 / 333-2324474).

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Andrea

January 19, 2017

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Good starting point for the 3 different tops of Gran Sasso

Luciano Brandimarti

August 21, 2022

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Ref. Positioned in a strategic place with a beautiful panorama and a base for many excursions and climbing on the Gran Sasso

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