Refuge du Fond d'Aussois
1.2
2,346m
Piedmont, Italy
About
Refuge du Fond d'Aussois sits at 2,346m in the Aussois valley, a quiet corner of Piedmont's upper Pò basin. The hut is accessible from the village of Aussois via a hiking trail that takes roughly 2.5 to 3 hours depending on your pace and load. Summer access is straightforward; winter approaches require checking conditions beforehand, as snow can make the route technical. The refuge serves as a logical base for ridge walks in the Alpes Cottiennes and connects to neighboring huts via established trail networks.
The refuge has 52 beds arranged in shared rooms. Meals are served at lunch and dinner; the kitchen handles vegetarian and vegan requests if notified in advance. Water comes from mountain springs. The hut runs from late June through early September, with occasional weekends possible in shoulder months. Facilities include an outdoor toilet block and a small communal dining area heated by a wood stove on cooler evenings. There is no shower or charging points for electronics.
Phone ahead directly to book a bed. Aim to contact the refuge at least two weeks before your intended arrival, longer if you're planning to visit during July or August. Midsummer weekends fill quickly. If no one answers, leave a message with your dates and party size; the keeper checks messages regularly during the season. Arrive by mid-afternoon to settle in before dinner service.
The refuge has 52 beds arranged in shared rooms. Meals are served at lunch and dinner; the kitchen handles vegetarian and vegan requests if notified in advance. Water comes from mountain springs. The hut runs from late June through early September, with occasional weekends possible in shoulder months. Facilities include an outdoor toilet block and a small communal dining area heated by a wood stove on cooler evenings. There is no shower or charging points for electronics.
Phone ahead directly to book a bed. Aim to contact the refuge at least two weeks before your intended arrival, longer if you're planning to visit during July or August. Midsummer weekends fill quickly. If no one answers, leave a message with your dates and party size; the keeper checks messages regularly during the season. Arrive by mid-afternoon to settle in before dinner service.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 weeks ahead for summer weekends; weekdays are usually flexible. Call ahead directly or check rifugi.net for availability, especially July–August.
Typically open June through September for reliable staffing; shoulder months (May and October) depend on snow conditions and weather, so confirm before visiting.
Start from the village of Aussois and allow 2.5–3 hours to reach the hut at 2,346m; summer access is straightforward, but winter routes require avalanche awareness and current condition checks.
The hut has 52 beds in dormitory-style rooms and serves dinner and breakfast; request packed lunch the evening before if you're heading out early.
Yes for fit families and experienced hikers; the 2.5–3 hour approach is moderate but gains significant elevation, so ensure your group has solid hiking fitness before attempting it.
Quick Facts
- Season
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- Total
- 52
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +33 4 79 20 39 83
- Website
- https://refugefonddaussois.ffcam.fr/