Rifugio Franco Chiarella All'Amianthe
1.4
2,979m
Savoie, France
About
Rifugio Franco Chiarella All'Amianthe sits at 2,979m in the Gran Paradiso massif, managed by CAI Sezione di Torino. The hut lies on the approach to Gran Paradiso (4,061m) and serves as a base for climbers targeting the peak. Access is from Pont in the Valsavarenche valley; allow 4–5 hours from the trailhead. The final section crosses rough terrain and scree, so scrambling experience helps.
The rifugio has 42 beds in multi-share rooms. Half-board (dinner and breakfast) is available; bring a packed lunch or order one. Water comes from snowmelt and springs. The hut operates from June through September depending on snow conditions and staffing. No shower facilities; washing is limited. Cell reception is poor to nonexistent. A wood stove and common room provide shelter during bad weather.
Book by phone directly with CAI Sezione di Torino. July and August fill quickly; reserve at least 4–6 weeks ahead for these months. June and September have more availability. The hut is unmanned outside the official season, so confirm it's staffed before arriving. Winter access requires mountaineering skills and avalanche knowledge; few huts in this zone operate year-round.
The rifugio has 42 beds in multi-share rooms. Half-board (dinner and breakfast) is available; bring a packed lunch or order one. Water comes from snowmelt and springs. The hut operates from June through September depending on snow conditions and staffing. No shower facilities; washing is limited. Cell reception is poor to nonexistent. A wood stove and common room provide shelter during bad weather.
Book by phone directly with CAI Sezione di Torino. July and August fill quickly; reserve at least 4–6 weeks ahead for these months. June and September have more availability. The hut is unmanned outside the official season, so confirm it's staffed before arriving. Winter access requires mountaineering skills and avalanche knowledge; few huts in this zone operate year-round.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead, especially for July and August; call the rifugio directly to confirm availability and reserve.
Open mid-June to mid-September, staffed daily during this period.
Start from Pont in the Valsavarenche valley; the hike takes 4–5 hours with rough terrain and scree in the final section, so scrambling experience is useful.
Half-board (dinner and breakfast) is offered; beds are in multi-share rooms with 42 beds total, so bring a headlamp and earplugs.
No—the approach involves scrambling on rough terrain and scree at nearly 3,000m, making it better suited to experienced hikers aiming for Gran Paradiso (4,061m).
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI
- Season
- –
- Total
- 42
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +39 0165 521020
- Website
- http://www.refuges.info/point/2339/refuge-garde/Alpes-Pennines-Haut-Valais/