Discover the most unique bivouacs in the Alps

The Alps are home to hundreds of mountain bivouacs — small shelters hidden on remote ridges, beneath towering peaks, and in places where few hikers ever spend the night. While some offer incredible sunrise views above the clouds, others provide a safe refuge during long alpine adventures.

Finding reliable information about these bivouacs, however, is often difficult. Details are scattered across forums, outdated websites, local hiking portals, and mountain communities. Many bivouacs remain virtually unknown outside their home countries.

That is why Alpine Bivouac was created.

Our goal is simple: to build the most comprehensive online resource for alpine bivouacs in Europe.

What You Will Find Here

Alpine Bivouac brings together detailed information about bivouacs across Slovenia, Austria, Italy, and, in the future, France and Switzerland.

For every bivouac, we aim to provide:

✓ Location and elevation

✓ Access routes and hiking information

✓ Downloadable GPX tracks

✓ Distance, elevation gain, and estimated hiking times

✓ Capacity and sleeping arrangements

✓ Water availability

✓ Nearby mountain huts and peaks

✓ Photos and practical tips from the trail

✓ Safety considerations and route recommendations

Whether you are planning your first overnight stay in a bivouac or searching for your next alpine challenge, you will find everything you need to prepare your trip.

More Than Just a Database

Alpine Bivouac is not only about collecting information.

It is about inspiring people to explore the mountains responsibly and discover places that many hikers overlook.

A night in a bivouac is often very different from staying in a traditional mountain hut. There are no crowds, no reservations, and often no phone signal. Just you, the mountains, and an unforgettable sunrise waiting outside the door.

These experiences are what make bivouacs special.

Through detailed guides, route descriptions, photos, and downloadable GPX tracks, we want to make these adventures more accessible while helping visitors stay safe and informed.

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