Bivouac Egidio Borroz

Introduction

To reach the Borroz Bivouac, the starting point is Lovignanaz, located at an altitude of 1,169 metres[14]. The height difference to be covered is 987 metres, and the estimated walking time is about 3 hours. The difficulty of the route is classified as E (Hikers).

Description

The Egidio Borroz bivouac is located in the Val Clavalité, near Le Cuneux, in the Aosta Valley. Located at an altitude of 2,156 metres, the bivouac is owned by the municipality of Fénis. It is open all year round, except during extraordinary maintenance periods, and offers 15 beds.

The bivouac is well equipped and offers various comforts, including a wood cooker, a gas cooker, a boiler for hot water, photovoltaic panels for lighting and a reserve of firewood and gas[14]. Water is available, but during the winter it is necessary to go to a stream about 100 metres away from the hut to fetch it.

The Egidio Borroz bivouac is a strategic starting point for the "route of the lakes" and for hikes to the Tersiva and Glacier mountains. The surrounding area offers spectacular views and opportunities for hiking, mountain biking and ski mountaineering.

One of the most popular hikes in the area is to Lake Lavodilec, located a short distance from the Borroz Bivouac. This lake offers breathtaking autumn views and the possibility of staying overnight at the Borroz Bivouac, which is described as very beautiful and superbly equipped.