Mountain hut Cògnora
Serviced Hut
· Ticino Alps
· 1,939 m
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After the refurbishment completed in 2016, the Cognora hut consists of 2 modern stone buildings with interconnected rafter roofs.
It is equipped with solar panels for lighting energy and has a kitchen with running water, wood and gas. The dormitory is equipped with mattresses and woollen blankets and offers 25 places. In front of the hut there is a large table where one can have lunch, depending on the weather conditions, and enjoy a fantastic view. Full moon nights are particularly attractive and romantic on Cògnora.
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Author
Mariano Berri
Update: April 14, 2025
Sleeping berths
Number of beds in dorm
25
General
hiker friendly
Winterroom
Winterroom availableWinterroom heated
Awards
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Mountain hut CògnoraVal Vegorness
6636 Frasco
Coordinates
SwissGrid
2'705'752E 1'137'048N
DD
46.376471, 8.813178
DMS
46°22'35.3"N 8°48'47.4"E
UTM
32T 485632 5135894
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