Cabanne de Plan Névé
1.2
2,262m
Piedmont, Italy
About
Cabanne de Plan Névé sits at 2,262m in the Piedmont Alps, on the southern approach to Mont Blanc. Reach it from the Val d'Aosta or via the Plan Névé plateau from the west. Most hikers arrive in 3–4 hours from the Maison Vieille trailhead. The hut works as a staging point for climbers heading to higher peaks or as a base for ridge walks across the Mont Blanc massif.
The hut has 35 beds split across shared rooms. Meals are prepared daily—half and full board available. Water comes from the mountain spring. No shower, limited power, and basic toilet facilities. The hut typically opens mid-June through September, depending on snow conditions. Winter closures mean you must check before planning an off-season trip.
Book at least 4–6 weeks ahead for July and August. Contact the hut directly by email or phone to confirm availability and arrange meals. Weekends fill quickly. The hut sits in a quiet area, so expect it to be less crowded than major CAI rifugios on Mont Blanc's main routes, but don't assume availability without advance notice.
The hut has 35 beds split across shared rooms. Meals are prepared daily—half and full board available. Water comes from the mountain spring. No shower, limited power, and basic toilet facilities. The hut typically opens mid-June through September, depending on snow conditions. Winter closures mean you must check before planning an off-season trip.
Book at least 4–6 weeks ahead for July and August. Contact the hut directly by email or phone to confirm availability and arrange meals. Weekends fill quickly. The hut sits in a quiet area, so expect it to be less crowded than major CAI rifugios on Mont Blanc's main routes, but don't assume availability without advance notice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2-3 weeks ahead during summer; weekends fill faster. Call the hut directly using the phone contact available, or check rifugi.net and cai.it for availability and online booking.
Most Piedmont Alps huts at this elevation open June through September; confirm exact dates by calling ahead, as snow conditions and staffing vary yearly.
Most hikers start from the Maison Vieille trailhead and reach the hut in 3–4 hours via the Plan Névé plateau; alternatively access from Val d'Aosta on the southern approach to Mont Blanc.
Half and full board available with daily-prepared meals; 35 beds in shared rooms. Water sourced from the mountain; confirm shower availability when booking.
Better for experienced hikers—the 3–4 hour approach and 2,262m elevation suit fit hill walkers, not beginners. It works well as a Mont Blanc staging point or for ridge-walk experience, less so as a first Alpine hut.
Quick Facts
- Season
- –
- Total
- 35
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +41 24 498 22 11
- Website
- http://www.cabane-plan-neve.ch