Refuge des Dents du Midi
0.9
2,884m
Piedmont, Italy
About
Refuge des Dents du Midi sits at 2,884m on the border between Piedmont and the French Alps. Access from the Italian side requires 4–5 hours of steep hiking from the Valle di Susa. The hut lies on a key traverse route connecting the Dents du Midi peaks to Gran Punta (3,294m) and onwards to the French valleys. Winter access is unreliable; aim for June through September.
The refuge holds 20 beds across mixed dormitory and small rooms. You cook your own meals in the self-catering kitchen—bring food from the valleys below. There is no warden on-site during quieter periods. Water comes from a nearby spring. The hut is unheated; bring a sleeping bag rated for alpine conditions. Winter closure is typical, though the building may be open to self-sufficient climbers with adequate experience.
Book directly by email or phone at least 2–3 weeks ahead for July and August. Weekend traffic is heavy. The hut is managed independently, not by CAI or SAT, so check current contact details before travel. Confirm water availability and heating status before your visit, especially outside peak season. The location demands self-sufficiency and mountain sense; this is a working hut for mountaineers, not a service refuge.
The refuge holds 20 beds across mixed dormitory and small rooms. You cook your own meals in the self-catering kitchen—bring food from the valleys below. There is no warden on-site during quieter periods. Water comes from a nearby spring. The hut is unheated; bring a sleeping bag rated for alpine conditions. Winter closure is typical, though the building may be open to self-sufficient climbers with adequate experience.
Book directly by email or phone at least 2–3 weeks ahead for July and August. Weekend traffic is heavy. The hut is managed independently, not by CAI or SAT, so check current contact details before travel. Confirm water availability and heating status before your visit, especially outside peak season. The location demands self-sufficiency and mountain sense; this is a working hut for mountaineers, not a service refuge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 weeks ahead during July–August; contact the refuge directly by phone since it's a small 20-bed hut without online booking systems. Check rifugi.net or cai.it for contact details and alternative booking advice.
Open June through September; winter access is unreliable. Call ahead to confirm current staffing, especially in shoulder months.
From the Italian side in Valle di Susa, expect 4–5 hours of steep hiking to reach 2,884m. The hut sits on the border and serves as a key hub for traverses to Gran Punta and French valleys.
It's a self-catering refuge with a shared kitchen—bring your own food. You'll get 20 beds in mixed dorms or small rooms; confirm water and shower availability when you book.
No. The 4–5 hour approach involves steep terrain, altitude sits at 2,884m, and it's designed for mountaineers on serious traverses. Better suited to experienced hikers with alpine skills.
Quick Facts
- Season
- –
- Total
- 20
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Self catering
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +41 79 680 60 71
- Website
- https://www.cas-argentine.ch/