Excursion to Rifugio Il Biondo

The commitment of the CAI members, with the support of the Prata Camportaccio Forest Consortium, gave life to a welcoming and well-organized building, to which many have attached affection and personal memories.

For those wanting to reach this destination, there are two very beautiful routes that develop on the two sides of Val Schiesone.

From Chiavenna, the path leads to Dona - Prata Camportaccio (450 m).

From here, you climb towards Lottano (654 m), extending the step towards the village of Nirola (900 m) and Pradotti (1050 m). At this point, the path turns right, heading to the heart of the valley. You need to walk about another hour to reach the 1322 meters of the Refuge.

Alternatively, also from Dona, you immediately take the left orographic side (back to the mountain) and reach the first cluster, Stoveno (700 m). The path climbs towards Pradella (999 m), from where you then ascend to the refuge. The beauty of this walk lies in the magnificent scenery offered by the northern face of Pizzo di Prata (2727 m) and the many views it offers along the route.

Fascinating and enchanting, the ascent to Rifugio Il Biondo is a beautiful experience, to be enjoyed on a sunny summer day.