Casa Alpina "Fornetti"
2.9
Piedmont, Italy
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Casa Alpina Fornetti sits at 2,167m on the slopes of Punta Fourà in the Cottian Alps, above the Val Pellice in Piedmont. Reach it from Pinasca in about 4 hours via the Traversata del Pian della Mussa. The route climbs steadily through beech forest then opens onto high pasture. From Bobbio Pellice village you can also approach via Rifugio Ostanetta in roughly 5 hours. The hut works well as a base for ascents of Punta Fourà (2,621m) or as a waypoint on longer traverses linking the Val Pellice to the Pian della Mussa.
The hut has 40 beds split across dormitories and a handful of private rooms. Half-board is standard: dinner and breakfast included. The kitchen serves mountain food—hearty pasta, stews, local cheese. There's no shower, but washing facilities exist. The hut runs year-round but is most reliable from June through September; winter visits require advance notice. Staff speak Italian and basic English.
Book through rifugio.net or contact CAI Pinasca directly. July and August weekends fill weeks ahead—aim for 3-4 weeks minimum in summer. Mid-week availability is usually better. The hut prefers advance reservations but takes walk-ins on quieter days. Bring cash; card payments are possible but not guaranteed. Half-board costs roughly €50–55 per person.
The hut has 40 beds split across dormitories and a handful of private rooms. Half-board is standard: dinner and breakfast included. The kitchen serves mountain food—hearty pasta, stews, local cheese. There's no shower, but washing facilities exist. The hut runs year-round but is most reliable from June through September; winter visits require advance notice. Staff speak Italian and basic English.
Book through rifugio.net or contact CAI Pinasca directly. July and August weekends fill weeks ahead—aim for 3-4 weeks minimum in summer. Mid-week availability is usually better. The hut prefers advance reservations but takes walk-ins on quieter days. Bring cash; card payments are possible but not guaranteed. Half-board costs roughly €50–55 per person.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2-3 weeks ahead during peak season (July-August), especially weekends; off-season you can often book a few days prior. Contact the hut directly or check rifugio.net and cai.it for availability.
Typically open June through September; confirm exact dates before visiting as weather and staffing can vary. Check with CAI or the hut directly for current season hours.
From Pinasca, allow 4 hours via Traversata del Pian della Mussa through beech forest to high pasture; from Bobbio Pellice via Rifugio Ostanetta takes roughly 5 hours. Both routes involve steady climbing to the 2,167m elevation.
Expect dormitory beds and evening meals typical of Piedmont rifugi; confirm shower availability and specific meal options when booking. Most Alpine huts at this elevation offer basic facilities—bring toiletries and quick-dry towel.
The approach hikes are moderate with significant elevation gain (suitable for fit hikers with Alpine experience), but not ideal for young children or inexperienced walkers. It works well as a base for experienced hikers tackling Punta Fourà or longer traverses.
Location
44.9897, 7.2637
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2.9
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- CAI CAI Pinasca
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- https://www.caipinasca.it/index.php/sezione/casa-alpina
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