Refuge Lo Tsamou
1.7
2,060m
Piedmont, Italy
About
Rifugio Lo Tsamou sits at 2,060m in the Lanzo Valleys north of Turin, Piedmont. Reach it from Giaglione village (1,100m) via a steady 4-hour hike through beech and larch forest, gaining 960m. The trail crosses open meadows near the hut and connects to broader networks serving the Cottian Alps. Winter snow closes access from November through May.
The rifugio sleeps 30 people in shared dorms and offers half-board meals (dinner and breakfast included). The kitchen serves traditional Piedmont fare. Basic facilities include running water and heating. Staff manage the hut seasonally, so overnight stays require advance notice. Day visitors are welcome in summer months.
Book at least 3–4 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. Contact the rifugio directly by phone or through your alpine club (CAI Turin section manages access trails). July brings most traffic; early June and September offer quieter conditions with reliable weather and full facilities. Winter mountaineers occasionally visit; confirm conditions before attempting access in shoulder seasons.
The rifugio sleeps 30 people in shared dorms and offers half-board meals (dinner and breakfast included). The kitchen serves traditional Piedmont fare. Basic facilities include running water and heating. Staff manage the hut seasonally, so overnight stays require advance notice. Day visitors are welcome in summer months.
Book at least 3–4 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. Contact the rifugio directly by phone or through your alpine club (CAI Turin section manages access trails). July brings most traffic; early June and September offer quieter conditions with reliable weather and full facilities. Winter mountaineers occasionally visit; confirm conditions before attempting access in shoulder seasons.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–4 weeks ahead during July and August, especially weekends; shoulder season (June, September) needs 1–2 weeks. Check rifugio.net or call ahead—the hut sleeps only 30 people in shared dorms.
Open June through October; snow closes access from November through May. Confirm staffing dates with the hut directly before visiting in early June or late September.
Start from Giaglione village (1,100m) and hike 4 hours, gaining 960m through beech and larch forest, then open meadows. The trail connects to broader Cottian Alps networks.
Half-board only: dinner and breakfast included, served in traditional Piedmont style. Shared dorms with 30 beds; confirm shower availability when booking.
Yes for fit hikers—the 4-hour, 960m gain is moderate but steady. Families with children aged 12+ who have Alpine experience will manage the route; younger kids should have strong hiking backgrounds.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- FFCAM
- Season
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- Total
- 30
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- Website