Rifugio La Mestà Trassilico In Gallicano

Trassilico is a small village nestled in the mountains of Garfagnana, in the Serchio Valley, a hamlet of the Municipality of Gallicano. You don't pass through Trassilico on your way from one place to another. You go through Trassilico. There's one road that leads to the village and the same one that takes you back down to the valley. Just 20 families live there year-round. It's a place for those who love the mountains, with their fogs and the sound of the wind that winds through the gorges and slopes. The area is rich in privately owned chestnut groves, black oak, larch, and mountain fir. The road to get there is winding and narrow; a moderate pace and careful driving are recommended, and it's helpful to "make yourself heard" before the bends. Crossing with other vehicles can be problematic. In some places, the road is narrowed due to construction work and landslide containment structures. From Gallicano to Trassilico, it takes a good 40-50 minutes by car. But it's worth it. The locals are hospitable and welcoming to those who show respect and politeness. Noise of any kind is welcome.

Clean and welcoming refuge. Home-cooked food and friendly people. An experience I would repeat.

Kind people, clean rooms, and lovely tiny village. I enjoyed his stay a lot 😍 I'm coming back soon

Wonderful, typical Trassilico food: simple, homemade, and incredibly delicious. Welcoming hosts, very friendly. Highly recommended. We'll be back.

A typical Garfagnana refuge located in a small medieval village steeped in history. Home-style cooking at reasonable prices, and excellent aperitifs are available for €4-5. They also have a garden with a view of the Apuan Alps.

The staff were very friendly, the food was delicious, and the decor was very nice, especially the wall decorations with lots of interesting things written on them. The price was very fair.

Such an amazing place with amazing people! Riffugio la Mesta is the heart of the village. Rooms are clean and nice. We got towels and sheets. Bathroom was mostly very clean (there was a little mold under the shower -but it was the case for every place I slept in Italy).