Refuge Cabin Regina Margherita
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Refuge Cabin Regina Margherita

2.6

Rifugio Capanna Regina Margherita

4,554m Piedmont, Italy Write a review
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Capanna Regina Margherita sits at 4554m on the Punta Gnifetti, making it the highest inhabited hut in the Alps. The approach from Macugnaga in the Wallis takes 5-6 hours and involves scrambling on rock and ice. Most climbers start from Rifugio Zamboni-Zappa at 3600m, which cuts the ascent to 3-4 hours. This is serious alpine terrain: you need mountaineering experience and proper equipment. The hut works best as a base for traversing the Monte Rosa massif or climbing to Punta Dufour (4633m).
The hut holds 80 climbers across multiple bunkrooms. The CAI manages a simple operation: meals are available and there's a self-catering kitchen if you bring supplies. Water comes from melted snow and ice. The season runs June through September only—winter conditions are extreme even for alpine standards. Expect tight quarters in peak season, minimal amenities, and harsh mountain weather even in summer.
Book directly with CAI Varallo Sesia by phone well ahead for July and August. The hut fills quickly for good-weather windows when mountaineers attempt the Rosa traverse. Bring a sleeping bag rated for below freezing, food, fuel, and all technical gear you'll need. This hut demands self-sufficiency and strong fitness.

Frequently Asked Questions

Book at least 2-3 months ahead, especially for July and August; contact the hut directly by phone since it's a high-altitude mountaineering base.
The hut is typically staffed from late June to early September, depending on snow conditions and weather.
Start from Rifugio Zamboni-Zappa (3600m) for a 3-4 hour scramble involving rock and ice; the full approach from Macugnaga takes 5-6 hours.
Meals are served daily, there's a self-catering kitchen if you bring your own food, and drinking water is available.
No—at 4554m this is serious alpine terrain requiring mountaineering experience, proper equipment, and acclimatization; it's designed for experienced climbers traversing Monte Rosa or ascending to Punta Dufour.

Location

45.9271, 7.8770
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This hut takes bookings direct, so beds go to whoever asks first. Tell us your dates and we'll email you when it's time to reserve — with the hut's contact details.

We can't watch this hut's availability — it books direct. Give us your arrival date and we'll email you when it's time to get in touch, with the hut's phone and email.

Independent of the hut and its alpine club. We never book or hold beds — the reminder just tells you when to get in touch, with the hut's own contact details.

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Quick Facts

Managing club
CAI CAI Varallo Sesia
Total
80

Facilities

Meals served Self catering Drinking water

Contact & Booking

Phone
+39 0163 91039
Website
http://www.rifugimonterosa.it

Activities

Hiking Mountaineering

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