CAS Chalet Lacombe
1.8
1,653m
Piedmont, Italy
About
CAS Chalet Lacombe sits at 1,653m in the Piedmont Alps. You reach it on foot from the Valle d'Aosta side, typically via a 2–3 hour hike from lower trailheads depending on your starting point. The approach is straightforward: well-marked paths, mostly forest and open meadow. Summer access is reliable; winter requires avalanche assessment and mountaineering skills.
The hut sleeps 22 in mixed dormitories. Water comes from a spring on-site—reliable in summer and autumn, but verify availability in winter. Meals are served by reservation; bring your own food as backup or expect simple fare. There's no electricity beyond basic lighting, and heating is minimal. The hut functions as a base for day hikes in the surrounding ridges and for climbers approaching higher passes. It opens year-round but staffing varies; summer (June–September) is peak season with reliable service.
Contact the hut directly by phone or email before booking. July and August fill up quickly—aim to book 4–6 weeks ahead for those months. Outside summer, book at least 2 weeks in advance to confirm staffing. Call ahead to confirm meals and any winter closures. The CAS (Club Alpino Sezione locale) manages this hut; they'll need to know your group size, arrival date, and whether you're eating on-site.
The hut sleeps 22 in mixed dormitories. Water comes from a spring on-site—reliable in summer and autumn, but verify availability in winter. Meals are served by reservation; bring your own food as backup or expect simple fare. There's no electricity beyond basic lighting, and heating is minimal. The hut functions as a base for day hikes in the surrounding ridges and for climbers approaching higher passes. It opens year-round but staffing varies; summer (June–September) is peak season with reliable service.
Contact the hut directly by phone or email before booking. July and August fill up quickly—aim to book 4–6 weeks ahead for those months. Outside summer, book at least 2 weeks in advance to confirm staffing. Call ahead to confirm meals and any winter closures. The CAS (Club Alpino Sezione locale) manages this hut; they'll need to know your group size, arrival date, and whether you're eating on-site.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–4 weeks ahead for summer weekends; weekday visits can often be arranged with shorter notice. Contact the hut directly by phone or check rifugi.net/CAI listings for availability and reservation details.
Open summer and autumn; exact dates vary by year. Winter access requires mountaineering skills and avalanche assessment—contact the hut to confirm staffing before planning a winter visit.
Approach from the Valle d'Aosta side via well-marked trails through forest and meadow; plan 2–3 hours hiking depending on your starting trailhead. The route is straightforward in summer conditions.
22 beds in mixed dormitories; meals provided. On-site spring water is reliable in summer and autumn, but verify availability in early spring or late season before arrival.
Yes for summer hikers with basic fitness; the 2–3 hour approach over well-marked paths suits family groups and beginners. Winter visits require mountaineering experience and are not recommended for novices.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAS
- Season
- –
- Total
- 22
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +41 79 544 31 52
- Website
- https://www.cas-diablerets.ch/cabanes/chalet-lacombe/