Auberge de la Cleida
1.6
Piedmont, Italy
About
Auberge de la Cleida sits at 1,850m in the Cottian Alps, on the French border near the Col de la Cleida. Reach it from Cesana Torinese by hiking 2.5 hours northeast along the GTA (Grande Traversata delle Alpi). The path climbs steadily through larch forest before opening onto the col. You can also approach from the French side via Montgenèvre in roughly 3 hours, making this a natural stop on the GTA or longer Alpine traverses crossing between Italy and France.
The auberge operates year-round and runs as a small, intimate refuge with capacity for around 40 guests. Dinner is simple mountain cooking—expect pasta, stews, and local cheeses. Half-board is the standard option; the kitchen can also provide packed lunches. Basic dormitory beds dominate, with a few private rooms available. WiFi functions reliably, useful if you need to check weather or coordinate logistics. A wood stove warms the common area. The hut sits above the treeline, so views stretch across the col toward both Italian and French peaks.
Book directly by email or phone. High season runs July–September; reserve at least 4 weeks ahead for weekends and August. June and early September are quieter. Winter sees fewer visitors, but call ahead to confirm opening—snow and access conditions vary. The hut closes briefly in May and November for maintenance.
The auberge operates year-round and runs as a small, intimate refuge with capacity for around 40 guests. Dinner is simple mountain cooking—expect pasta, stews, and local cheeses. Half-board is the standard option; the kitchen can also provide packed lunches. Basic dormitory beds dominate, with a few private rooms available. WiFi functions reliably, useful if you need to check weather or coordinate logistics. A wood stove warms the common area. The hut sits above the treeline, so views stretch across the col toward both Italian and French peaks.
Book directly by email or phone. High season runs July–September; reserve at least 4 weeks ahead for weekends and August. June and early September are quieter. Winter sees fewer visitors, but call ahead to confirm opening—snow and access conditions vary. The hut closes briefly in May and November for maintenance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2-3 weeks ahead during peak season (July-August); weekends fill quickly. Contact the hut directly by phone or email, or check rifugio.net and cai.it for availability and booking options.
The hut operates year-round, though staffing and services may be reduced in winter months; confirm opening dates before visiting outside July-September.
From Cesana Torinese, hike 2.5 hours northeast on the GTA through larch forest with steady climbing to the Col de la Cleida; alternatively, approach from the French side via Montgenèvre in 3 hours.
Expect basic Alpine hut meals (dinner and breakfast included with bed) and dormitory-style beds; hot showers are typically available, though water can be limited in summer.
Yes—the 2.5-hour approach from Cesana is moderate, well-marked, and manageable for families with decent fitness; it's an ideal first hut experience on the popular GTA route.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- FFCAM
- Season
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- Total
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Wifi
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- Website
- http://www.auberge-lacleida-nevache.com/