Baita Sociale a San Giacomo
3.8About
Baita Sociale a San Giacomo sits at 1370m in the Piedmont Alps, serving hikers and mountaineers working the surrounding ridges and valleys. Access is from the San Giacomo valley—most approach on foot via established trails that take 2–3 hours from the nearest road access. The hut is reachable year-round in decent conditions, though winter ascents require experience with snow and ice.
The baita holds 20 beds across 4 private rooms and shared dormitory space. Meals are available on request; bring a list of dietary requirements when you book. Water comes from a mountain spring. The hut has basic heating and toilets. It operates year-round, making it useful for winter mountaineering training as well as summer ridge traverses. Mobile reception is unreliable; plan accordingly.
This is a CAI hut. Book through the managing club via their website (cai.it) or contact the guardian directly by email. July and August fill 4–6 weeks ahead. If you're planning a winter ascent or a longer traverse, contact the hut well in advance—staffing varies with season and demand. Confirm water availability and heating status if you're going outside peak summer months.
The baita holds 20 beds across 4 private rooms and shared dormitory space. Meals are available on request; bring a list of dietary requirements when you book. Water comes from a mountain spring. The hut has basic heating and toilets. It operates year-round, making it useful for winter mountaineering training as well as summer ridge traverses. Mobile reception is unreliable; plan accordingly.
This is a CAI hut. Book through the managing club via their website (cai.it) or contact the guardian directly by email. July and August fill 4–6 weeks ahead. If you're planning a winter ascent or a longer traverse, contact the hut well in advance—staffing varies with season and demand. Confirm water availability and heating status if you're going outside peak summer months.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–4 weeks ahead during peak season (June–September); shoulder months need less notice. Contact the hut directly or check rifugio.net and cai.it for availability and booking options.
Open year-round in decent conditions, though winter visits require advance notice and mountaineering experience. Expect full staffing June–September; confirm staffing for shoulder and winter months before visiting.
Approach from San Giacomo valley on established foot trails; expect 2–3 hours from the nearest road access. Winter ascents demand snow and ice experience.
Meals available on request; bring energy reserves and confirm meal arrangements when booking. 20 beds split across 4 private rooms and shared dormitory space; ask about shower availability when reserving.
Suitable for fit hikers comfortable with 2–3 hour approaches and basic Alpine conditions; families with mountain experience can manage. Winter mountaineering access requires technical skills and is not beginner-friendly.
Location
45.3247, 7.4144
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI Club Alpino Italiano
- Total
- 20
- Private rooms
- 4
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Website
- https://www.cailanzo.it/index.php/using-joomla-4/baita-san-giacomo/versione-italiana
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