Cabin Piansecco
1.7Capanna Piansecco
1,988m
Piedmont, Italy
About
Capanna Piansecco sits at 1,988m in the Piedmont Alps, serving hikers crossing between the Sesia and Strona valleys. The hut is accessible from multiple approaches: from Alagna Valsesia (2 hours, ~800m ascent) via the classic mule track through Passo del Turlo, or from the Oropa sanctuary side requiring a longer approach. Most visitors arrive from the Sesia side. The location works well as a mid-route stop on multi-day traverses rather than a summit base.
The hut manages 46 beds in shared rooms and holds traditional role as a working rifugio. Half-board and full-board meals are available daily. The kitchen opens for self-catering if you bring supplies. Drinking water is reliable on-site. WiFi reaches the main shelter. Expect functional, no-frills accommodation typical of mountain huts at this elevation. The hut operates year-round, though verify opening dates before winter visits.
Book direct by email or phone—contact details appear in the CAI mountain hut listings. July and August demand booking 4–6 weeks ahead. June and September are quieter months with better availability. The hut gets steady weekend traffic from the Milan region year-round, so Friday and Saturday nights fill quickly even outside peak season. Weekday visits offer more flexibility.
The hut manages 46 beds in shared rooms and holds traditional role as a working rifugio. Half-board and full-board meals are available daily. The kitchen opens for self-catering if you bring supplies. Drinking water is reliable on-site. WiFi reaches the main shelter. Expect functional, no-frills accommodation typical of mountain huts at this elevation. The hut operates year-round, though verify opening dates before winter visits.
Book direct by email or phone—contact details appear in the CAI mountain hut listings. July and August demand booking 4–6 weeks ahead. June and September are quieter months with better availability. The hut gets steady weekend traffic from the Milan region year-round, so Friday and Saturday nights fill quickly even outside peak season. Weekday visits offer more flexibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2-3 weeks ahead for weekends during peak season (July-September); weekdays are usually flexible. Contact the hut directly by phone or check rifugi.net for availability and current booking procedures.
Typically open June through September; confirm exact dates before planning as shoulder season staffing varies. Call ahead if visiting outside peak months.
From Alagna Valsesia via Passo del Turlo is the main approach: 2 hours, ~800m ascent on a well-maintained mule track. Longer approach exists from Oropa sanctuary; most hikers use the Sesia valley route.
46 beds in shared rooms; meals available (dinner and breakfast typical for rifugi). Confirm shower availability when booking, as facilities vary at this elevation and capacity.
Good for fit hikers on multi-day traverses; the 2-hour approach from Alagna is moderate but exposed mule track. Better as a valley-crossing stop than a destination hike—families should assess their fitness for 800m ascent.
Quick Facts
- Season
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- Total
- 46
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Wifi
Meals served
Self catering
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +41 91 869 12 14
- Website
- https://www.capannapiansecco.ch/