Cabin Grossalp
1.5Capanna Grossalp
1,907m
Piedmont, Italy
About
Capanna Grossalp sits at 1,907m in the Piedmont Alps, a solid base for ridge walking and valley traverses in the region. The hut is reached from the Grossalp settlement in roughly 1.5 hours on foot—straightforward terrain with reliable waymarking. Most parties approach from the Val d'Aosta side, though access is possible from multiple valleys depending on your route.
The hut sleeps 26 across a mix of shared dormitories and 4 private rooms. Meals are served daily during the season—expect traditional mountain fare cooked on-site. Water is available from a reliable source. The refuge stays open year-round, though conditions above 2,000m demand winter experience from June onward. This is a working hut, not a luxury setup; expect basic but functional accommodation.
Book direct by email or phone. July and August fill fast—contact 4–6 weeks ahead if you need a private room or want to guarantee beds. June and September are quieter and often better for hiking anyway, with fewer crowds on the ridge systems and more stable weather windows. Off-season booking (October–May) is flexible but confirm opening status first, as staffing can be seasonal.
The hut sleeps 26 across a mix of shared dormitories and 4 private rooms. Meals are served daily during the season—expect traditional mountain fare cooked on-site. Water is available from a reliable source. The refuge stays open year-round, though conditions above 2,000m demand winter experience from June onward. This is a working hut, not a luxury setup; expect basic but functional accommodation.
Book direct by email or phone. July and August fill fast—contact 4–6 weeks ahead if you need a private room or want to guarantee beds. June and September are quieter and often better for hiking anyway, with fewer crowds on the ridge systems and more stable weather windows. Off-season booking (October–May) is flexible but confirm opening status first, as staffing can be seasonal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2-3 weeks ahead for weekends during peak season (July-August); weekdays are more flexible. Call the hut directly or check rifugi.net for availability.
Open mid-June through September, fully staffed daily during this period. Verify current dates before planning, as weather can affect opening/closing.
From Grossalp settlement it's roughly 1.5 hours on straightforward terrain with good waymarking; most parties approach from the Val d'Aosta side, but multiple valley approaches exist depending on your route.
The hut has 26 beds in shared dormitories and 4 private rooms, with daily meals served during season—expect traditional Piedmont cooking, though bring snacks for longer days.
Yes—the 1.5-hour approach from Grossalp is easy enough for families, and the hut is a good base for ridge walks and valley traverses of moderate difficulty rather than technical climbing.
Quick Facts
- Season
- –
- Total
- 26
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
- 4
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +41 91 754 16 80
- Website
- http://www.capannagrossalp.ch