Refuge Boffalora
2.1Rifugio Boffalora
1,685m
Piedmont, Italy
About
Rifugio Boffalora sits at 1685m in the Cozie Alps, a quiet corner of Piedmont where most walkers pass through instead of stopping. The hut is accessible on foot from the Val Pellice valley in 2–3 hours, depending on your starting point. The terrain is steady and well-marked, suiting mid-range hillwalkers. In winter the access road may close, so check conditions before heading up.
The rifugio has 39 beds across shared rooms. Meals focus on Piedmont cooking—tajarin, local cheese, simple roasts. You can stay half-board or just eat without sleeping. The hut is run by CAI Boffalora and opens year-round, though mid-week staffing is minimal in shoulder seasons. Facilities include a wood stove, drying room, and outdoor seating that faces the valley. Showers are available. Mobile signal is weak but present.
Book directly by phone or email rather than online. Contact CAI Boffalora ahead, especially for weekends and school holidays when local groups book blocks. Summer weekends fill 2–4 weeks in advance. Winter is quieter. The hut sits on an easy day-walk circuit, so day visitors are common; if you want a quiet night, call ahead to confirm availability beyond the posted bed count.
The rifugio has 39 beds across shared rooms. Meals focus on Piedmont cooking—tajarin, local cheese, simple roasts. You can stay half-board or just eat without sleeping. The hut is run by CAI Boffalora and opens year-round, though mid-week staffing is minimal in shoulder seasons. Facilities include a wood stove, drying room, and outdoor seating that faces the valley. Showers are available. Mobile signal is weak but present.
Book directly by phone or email rather than online. Contact CAI Boffalora ahead, especially for weekends and school holidays when local groups book blocks. Summer weekends fill 2–4 weeks in advance. Winter is quieter. The hut sits on an easy day-walk circuit, so day visitors are common; if you want a quiet night, call ahead to confirm availability beyond the posted bed count.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 weeks ahead for weekends and July–August; weekdays outside peak season often have space available. Contact them directly by phone or check rifugio.net for availability.
Open June through September for reliable staffing; shoulder months (May, October) depend on snow and weather. Winter access via the valley road is unreliable—confirm conditions before visiting.
Hike 2–3 hours from the Val Pellice valley on well-marked, steady terrain; no technical climbing required. There's a rough access road that may close in winter, so foot approach is more reliable.
39 beds in shared rooms, hot meals featuring Piedmont specialties (tajarin, local cheese, roasts), and basic amenities; bring a headlamp and check about shower availability when booking.
Yes—the 2–3 hour approach is steady hillwalking with no exposure, making it suitable for fit families and mid-range hikers. It's quiet and less crowded than major Alpine huts, though the remote location means fewer onsite facilities.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI
- Season
- –
- Total
- 39
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +39 339 6076910
- Website
- https://www.caiboffaloraticino.it/rifugio/