Rifugio Città Di Chivasso
1.7
2,603m
Savoie, France
About
Rifugio Città Di Chivasso sits at 2603m in the Savoie Alps on the Italian side of the Mont-Blanc massif. The hut anchors the Tour of Mont-Blanc trekking route and serves climbers heading to nearby 4000m peaks. Most hikers approach from the Val d'Aosta. The nearest road-head requires a minimum 4–5 hours of hiking to reach the hut depending on your starting point; overnight stops are routine for trekkers doing the full circuit.
The rifugio holds 38 beds across shared dormitories. Meals are standard hut fare: pasta, polenta, and seasonal vegetables. The kitchen provides basic cooking facilities if you're self-catering. Water comes from mountain streams. The hut typically operates June through September, though exact dates depend on snow conditions and staffing. The building is older and functional rather than luxurious; expect cold nights and communal showers.
Book direct by phone with the managing CAI section as soon as your dates are confirmed. July and August fill quickly, particularly during weekends. Contact the hut directly to verify current capacity and meal availability. The Italian section is responsive to English enquiries but local knowledge of approach routes and current conditions is worth asking about when you call.
The rifugio holds 38 beds across shared dormitories. Meals are standard hut fare: pasta, polenta, and seasonal vegetables. The kitchen provides basic cooking facilities if you're self-catering. Water comes from mountain streams. The hut typically operates June through September, though exact dates depend on snow conditions and staffing. The building is older and functional rather than luxurious; expect cold nights and communal showers.
Book direct by phone with the managing CAI section as soon as your dates are confirmed. July and August fill quickly, particularly during weekends. Contact the hut directly to verify current capacity and meal availability. The Italian section is responsive to English enquiries but local knowledge of approach routes and current conditions is worth asking about when you call.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead, especially for July and August; call ahead directly as phone contact is the primary booking method.
The refuge operates June to September; confirm exact dates when calling, as Alpine weather can affect staffing.
Approach from Val d'Aosta; the hike takes 4–5 hours minimum from the nearest road-head, so plan an overnight stop if you're doing the full Tour of Mont-Blanc.
Standard meals are provided; 38 beds in shared dormitories with basic Alpine refuge facilities—bring a headlamp and expect no showers.
Not ideal for beginners—the 4–5 hour approach and high altitude (2603m) demand solid fitness and Alpine experience.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI
- Season
- –
- Total
- 38
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +39 0124 953150
- Website
- https://www.caichivasso.it/RifugioCittaDiChivasso/