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Bivacco Combi e Lanza sits at 2,420m on the slopes of Monviso, Piedmont's highest peak. Reach it from Pian del Re valley in 3 hours via a steep, rocky path that gains 900m elevation. The bivouac serves mountaineers tackling Monviso's north face and hikers crossing high passes into France.
This is a basic shelter, not a staffed rifugio. It sleeps 20 in a single room with bunk beds and provides no meals, water supply, or heating. Bring a stove, fuel, food, and sleeping bag. The door is unlocked year-round, though snow blocks access November to May. Summer temperatures drop below freezing at night even in July.
The bivouac works best as a base camp for Monviso ascents or as an emergency shelter on high-altitude traverses. Crowding happens July and August on weekends. If you're planning a Monviso climb, start from Pian del Re early to secure a spot. Bring headtorches—the approach is exposed and rocky. Check current conditions with CAI rifugi or locally in Crissolo village before heading up, as rockfall occasionally closes the path.
This is a basic shelter, not a staffed rifugio. It sleeps 20 in a single room with bunk beds and provides no meals, water supply, or heating. Bring a stove, fuel, food, and sleeping bag. The door is unlocked year-round, though snow blocks access November to May. Summer temperatures drop below freezing at night even in July.
The bivouac works best as a base camp for Monviso ascents or as an emergency shelter on high-altitude traverses. Crowding happens July and August on weekends. If you're planning a Monviso climb, start from Pian del Re early to secure a spot. Bring headtorches—the approach is exposed and rocky. Check current conditions with CAI rifugi or locally in Crissolo village before heading up, as rockfall occasionally closes the path.
Frequently Asked Questions
This is an unstaffed bivouac—no booking needed. Just show up, but bring everything you need since there's no warden, meals, or services.
Year-round in theory, but practically accessible June to September; winter access requires mountaineering skills and snow experience.
Start from Pian del Re in the Po valley and hike 3 hours up a steep, rocky path gaining 900m elevation to 2,420m on Monviso's slopes.
20 bunk beds in one room, unlocked shelter, no meals, no water supply, no heating—bring your own stove, fuel, food, and sleeping bag.
No. This is for experienced mountaineers and fit hikers comfortable with steep terrain, self-sufficiency, and basic conditions—not suitable for families or casual hikers.
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