444 Bivouacs in the Italian Alps
Interactive Map: Bivouacs & Alpine Shelters in the Italian Alps
The most comprehensive digital map of free and emergency shelters across the entire Italian Alps - from the Mediterranean coast to the Slovenian border.
This interactive map pinpoints 444 verified bivouacs, casere, baite, malghe, ricoveri, capanne and other unmanned alpine shelters. Each marker includes:
- Precise GPS coordinates
- Direct link to external sources with photos, detailed descriptions, access routes, and conditions
- Clear categorization by shelter type
Why this map is unique
- Covers the entire Italian Alps - far more complete than any single regional resource
- Manually curated and verified over years of research
- Includes both classic red metal bivacchi and lesser-known pastoral shelters often used as free overnight spots
- Ongoing updates: new shelters added as they are discovered and confirmed
- Fully responsive - works perfectly on phone, tablet, or desktop while planning or in the field
Perfect for
- Multi-day alpine traverses
- Via ferrata trips
- Ski mountaineering
- Wild hiking in remote valleys
- Anyone seeking free or emergency overnight options away from crowded rifugi
One-time purchase - Lifetime access. No subscriptions, no recurring fees. Instant access after payment.
Also included: detailed explanations of Italian alpine shelter terminology (bivacco, casera, malga, baita, etc.) to help you understand exactly what to expect at each location.
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