Chalet de Maljasset
2.0
1,905m
Piedmont, Italy
About
Chalet de Maljasset sits at 1,905m in the Cottian Alps on the French border, easily reached from the Piedmont valleys. The approach takes 2–3 hours depending on your start point; most hikers begin from Cesana Torinese or the Col de Loze area. The hut serves as a natural base for crossing between Italy and France, with trails radiating toward Col de Loze (2,643m) and Pic de Pertuis (2,612m).
The hut offers 39 beds across 6 private rooms and shared dormitories. Showers are available. Half and full board are standard; expect good-quality mountain food. The season typically runs from June through September, though it opens earlier on weekends if conditions allow. The hut is small enough to feel welcoming but busy enough to justify reservations in July and August.
Phone directly to reserve. Book at least 4 weeks ahead for summer weekends. Solo hikers and small groups can often find space with shorter notice. Confirm your arrival time when you book—the hut needs to staff the kitchen. Payment is usually cash on arrival, though clarify when you call.
The hut offers 39 beds across 6 private rooms and shared dormitories. Showers are available. Half and full board are standard; expect good-quality mountain food. The season typically runs from June through September, though it opens earlier on weekends if conditions allow. The hut is small enough to feel welcoming but busy enough to justify reservations in July and August.
Phone directly to reserve. Book at least 4 weeks ahead for summer weekends. Solo hikers and small groups can often find space with shorter notice. Confirm your arrival time when you book—the hut needs to staff the kitchen. Payment is usually cash on arrival, though clarify when you call.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 weeks ahead during July–August; shoulder seasons (June, September) need less notice. Call ahead using the phone contact—many French border huts fill quickly with cross-border hikers.
Typically open mid-June through mid-September, depending on snow conditions. Check current status before heading out, as French Alpine huts can close for bad weather.
Approach from Cesana Torinese or Col de Loze area in 2–3 hours depending on your starting trailhead. Most routes are well-marked valley walks with moderate elevation gain.
39 beds in 6 private rooms and shared dormitories, plus showers available. Half and full board meals are served—confirm dinner and breakfast availability when you book.
Yes—the 2–3 hour approach is straightforward hiking with good trails, and the hut works well as a base for day walks toward Col de Loze. Families comfortable with basic mountain hut amenities will be fine here.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- FFCAM
- Season
- –
- Total
- 39
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
- 6
Facilities
Showers
Breakfast
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +33 4 92 31 55 42
- Website
- https://chaletmaljasset.ffcam.fr/