| Owner |
Società Escursionistica Verzaschese |
| Altitude |
2039 metres above sea level |
| Location |
Val d'Efra |
| Map |
CNS 1: 25.000 foglio no. 1293 Osogna |
| Coordinates |
708.750 - 132.875 |
| Telephone |
No telephone in the refuge |
| Booking |
Mallepell Camillo
Tel. +41(0)77 446 84 50
efra2039@gmx.net |
| Mobile signal* |
Swisscom D GSM: 2/5 |
| Description |
The hut is comprised of a reconversion of two Corte di Cima buildings. Insulation, lighting powered by solar panels, indoor running water for kitchen and bathroom facilities, wood-fired stove for heating and cooking. The modern dormitory sleeps 24, and includes mattresses and blankets. |
| Open |
from June to October |
| Access route |
from Frasco-church 3 h
from Personico across Val d'Ambra (lake)
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| Traverses |
to Cognora hut across Cramosino, Madom Gróss, Pizzo Mezzodì (experienced hikers).
to Fümegna, 8 h (VAV) through Passo del Gagnone (2217 m). |
| Excursions |
Da Frasco attraverso la capanna Efra fino a Lavertezzo – passo Gagnone – Scaie (2457 m) – Mazer (2100 m) passando per la Val d'Agro. |
| Climbs |
Cima di Gagnone (2518 m) red/white – Cima Scaie (2457 m) red/white |
| Natural attractions |
The Mountain Pine or Mugo Pine (Pinus mugo) is common to the Val d’Efra area.
Larches thrive around Lake Efra (alt. 1836 m), where the golden leaves of autumn create a magical palette
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| Accommodation |
CHF 17.–– / EURO 14.–– adults (members of Swiss and foreign alpine clubs and associations)
CHF 20.–– / EURO 16.–– adults (non-members of alpine clubs and associations)
CHF 10.–– / EURO 8.–– youngsters aged 12-18
NO CHARGE for children under 12
CHF 3.-- / EURO 2,50 Gas and Wood |
| Bookings |
through the hut caretaker or online www.verzasca.net
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