Rifugio Gabriele Boccalatte E Mario Piolti

Rifugio Gabriele Boccalatte e Mario Piolti sits at 2,806m in the Chaîne du Mont-Blanc, on the Italian side of the border near the Vallée de la Thuile. The hut lies 4–5 hours' walk from Refuge de la Visaille, and is a key waypoint for climbers approaching Mont-Blanc from the Italian normal route or traversing the high ridge work between Dome du Goûter and Vallée Blanche. Most approach routes involve steep scree and rock scrambling above 2,500m; fit parties can link this hut with Refuge du Goûter for a full Mont-Blanc push. Winter access is technical and variable.
The rifugio is a solid stone building offering around 40 beds split between dormitories and double rooms. Meals are served at set times; half-board is standard, though you can eat à la carte. Water comes from meltwater; the hut has a small kitchen and basic washing facilities. The season runs from mid-June through September, with July and August attracting mountaineers crossing to Refuge du Goûter. The hut closes in poor weather or when conditions are unsafe at altitude. It's managed as an Italian mountain hut (CAI—Club Alpino Italiano) but receives many French-based parties.
Book through the hut directly as early as possible if climbing Mont-Blanc in July or August; 6–8 weeks' notice is wise. Contact the rifugio by phone or email before departing. Bring your own sleeping bag. Cash (EUR) is preferred, though they accept card payments; clarify meals and charges when booking.