The Bruno Piazza Refuge
Located at 1052 meters, the Rifugio Bruno Piazza is a meeting place for mountain enthusiasts. Built in 1992, it has managed to preserve its charm while offering optimal comfort to travelers. Our passionate and welcoming team ensures an unforgettable stay, combining conviviality and authenticity.
ABOUT
The transformation work of an old abandoned refuge, located near the climbing hall, began in 1989.
After several years of effort, the refuge was inaugurated on October 25, 1992, and named in honor of Bruno Piazza, president of the Ivrea section of CAI and initiator of the project, who tragically passed away in the mountains during an excursion.
The rocky walls of Balma Bianca were discovered in 1952 by climbers from Canavese. Soon, the Ivrea CAI section began organizing climbing courses there, creating new routes and developing the idea of a true 'outdoor climbing hall.' By the early 90s, the site already had 35 routes, but a major turning point came in 1992 with the opening of Rifugio Piazza.
This project enabled the development of hundreds of new routes and led, in October 1998, to the inauguration of the Settore delle Speranze, a wall fully equipped for children.
Unique in the entire Alpine range in terms of size and features, it represents a significant advancement in making climbing more accessible to younger climbers.
Our Team
At Rifugio Bruno Piazza, you’ll be welcomed by a warm and passionate team of mountain lovers.
Hikers, climbers, and nature enthusiasts ourselves, we are eager to share with you our deep connection to this unique place. Always ready to suggest hiking routes, serve you a hearty meal, or simply chat over a coffee, we do everything we can to make your stay an unforgettable experience.
Come meet us and let yourself be carried away by the friendly and welcoming atmosphere of the refuge!