L'Edelweiss
1.3
Piedmont, Italy
About
L'Edelweiss sits at 1,950m in the Cottian Alps on the border between Piedmont and France. Reach it from the village of Ceresole Reale by following the Valle Orco valley road to the Nivolet Pass trailhead. The hut lies 3–4 hours' walk from the pass, following mountain paths through pastureland and alpine meadow. The approach is straightforward but exposed in bad weather.
The rifugio sleeps around 40 guests in shared rooms. The kitchen serves hearty Italian mountain food. Half and full board are standard. Water comes from mountain springs. The hut closes November through May. Winter access is possible for experienced mountaineers only, by arrangement. Toilet facilities are basic but adequate.
Book by phone directly with the hut. July and August fill weeks in advance—call 6–8 weeks ahead if you're targeting those months. June and September are less crowded but weather is less reliable. The hut is CAI-affiliated, so CAI members may receive modest discounts on board. Expect no mobile signal; use a landline or visit in person to confirm your reservation.
The rifugio sleeps around 40 guests in shared rooms. The kitchen serves hearty Italian mountain food. Half and full board are standard. Water comes from mountain springs. The hut closes November through May. Winter access is possible for experienced mountaineers only, by arrangement. Toilet facilities are basic but adequate.
Book by phone directly with the hut. July and August fill weeks in advance—call 6–8 weeks ahead if you're targeting those months. June and September are less crowded but weather is less reliable. The hut is CAI-affiliated, so CAI members may receive modest discounts on board. Expect no mobile signal; use a landline or visit in person to confirm your reservation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 weeks ahead for weekends and July–August; weekdays outside peak season need less notice. Call the hut directly to check availability and current rates, as they handle bookings by phone.
Typically open June through September; confirm exact dates by calling ahead, as Alpine huts adjust for snow conditions and staffing.
Drive to Ceresole Reale village, then follow the Valle Orco valley road to the Nivolet Pass trailhead; from there it's 3–4 hours on mountain paths through pastureland and alpine meadow. The route is exposed in bad weather but not technically difficult.
The hut serves hearty Italian mountain food on half and full board; you'll sleep in shared rooms (about 40 beds total). Confirm whether hot showers and other amenities are available when you book.
Yes, it suits beginners: the 3–4 hour approach is non-technical and gains elevation gradually through meadow. The main risk is exposure in bad weather, so avoid in unstable conditions and start early.
Quick Facts
- Season
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- Total
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +33 4 92 46 71 09
- Website
- http://www.edelweissles-hotel-abries.fr/