Rifugio Melezè, Mountain hut in Bellino, Italy
Rifugio Meleze sits at 1812 meters near Borgata Sant'Anna, offering seven wooden rooms with space for fifty guests across two floors. The shelter combines simple mountain building style with practical facilities for a straightforward alpine stay.
The building started as a military barracks and was later transformed through extensive renovation using wood and stone materials. This conversion gave it new purpose as a mountain shelter for mountain pursuits.
The ground floor restaurant serves traditional mountain cooking from the Val Varaita valley, reflecting regional flavors and welcoming both overnight visitors and those stopping by for a meal.
Bring your own sleeping bag or sheet bag and aim to check in before 19:00 when staying overnight. Various equipment including snowshoes, cross-country skis, and climbing gear can be rented at the facility.
This shelter serves as a key launching point for ice climbing courses and ski mountaineering expeditions with a specialized focus on these demanding activities. This purpose makes it particularly sought after by technique-focused mountaineers and professionals.
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