Il Truc
1.3
1,706m
Savoie, France
About
Il Truc sits at 1706m in the Savoie Alps, accessible from the Vallée de la Maurienne. The approach takes 2.5 to 3 hours on foot from the nearest road access, making it a solid half-day hike for fit walkers. The location works as a base for ridge walks and traverses across the surrounding peaks, or as a stopping point on longer valley routes through this quieter corner of the Alps.
The refuge holds 12 beds across simple rooms. Meals are available on request—email or call ahead to arrange dinner and breakfast. Water comes from a spring; electricity is limited. The hut operates year-round, though winter access depends on snow conditions and you should contact the keeper before planning a winter visit. This is a small, working mountain refuge, not a built-up hub. Expect basic comfort and self-reliance.
Book directly by email or phone at least two weeks in advance, especially for July and August weekends. The small capacity fills quickly during summer. Off-season (October to May) you have more flexibility, but confirm the hut is staffed before setting out. The keeper lives on-site and manages bookings personally, so a direct call gets a faster answer than email during busy periods.
The refuge holds 12 beds across simple rooms. Meals are available on request—email or call ahead to arrange dinner and breakfast. Water comes from a spring; electricity is limited. The hut operates year-round, though winter access depends on snow conditions and you should contact the keeper before planning a winter visit. This is a small, working mountain refuge, not a built-up hub. Expect basic comfort and self-reliance.
Book directly by email or phone at least two weeks in advance, especially for July and August weekends. The small capacity fills quickly during summer. Off-season (October to May) you have more flexibility, but confirm the hut is staffed before setting out. The keeper lives on-site and manages bookings personally, so a direct call gets a faster answer than email during busy periods.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact the refuge by email or phone as early as possible; with only 12 beds, popular weekends fill quickly, especially in July and August.
Il Truc operates seasonally during the summer hiking months; confirm current opening dates by contacting them directly.
It's a 2.5 to 3 hour hike from road access in the Vallée de la Maurienne—solid half-day approach for fit walkers.
Dinner is available on request if you arrange it in advance by email or phone; the refuge has 12 simple beds and basic amenities.
The 2.5 to 3 hour approach is manageable for fit beginners, but the location works best as a base for experienced hikers doing ridge walks and valley traverses.
Quick Facts
- Season
- –
- Total
- 12
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +39 0122 32963
- Website
- https://www.rifugiotruc.it/