Refuge Casa dell'Alpino
2.5Rifugio Casa dell'Alpino
1,260m
Piedmont, Italy
About
Rifugio Casa dell'Alpino sits at 1,260m in the Val d'Aosta foothills of Piedmont, serving as a base for day hikes and longer trails through accessible terrain. The hut is reached via a 2–3 hour walk from the nearest road access; approach trails are well-marked and suitable for summer hiking. The location works well for families or less experienced walkers wanting a mountain night without extreme exposure.
The rifugio has 15 beds in mixed dormitory rooms. Meals are available—half-board or full-board bookings are standard. Basic facilities include hot water, a small bar, and a communal dining room. The hut opens year-round but is quietest in winter; summer weekends fill quickly. Staffing is reliable but expect modest comfort levels typical of small family-run rifugios.
Book directly with the rifugio by telephone or email rather than through alpine club networks. Contact them 4–8 weeks ahead for July and August, 2 weeks for shoulder seasons. Arrive by early afternoon if staying overnight; they serve dinner from 7pm. Check opening dates before traveling in winter, as staffing is reduced. Pay in cash if possible; card payment is available but call ahead to confirm.
The rifugio has 15 beds in mixed dormitory rooms. Meals are available—half-board or full-board bookings are standard. Basic facilities include hot water, a small bar, and a communal dining room. The hut opens year-round but is quietest in winter; summer weekends fill quickly. Staffing is reliable but expect modest comfort levels typical of small family-run rifugios.
Book directly with the rifugio by telephone or email rather than through alpine club networks. Contact them 4–8 weeks ahead for July and August, 2 weeks for shoulder seasons. Arrive by early afternoon if staying overnight; they serve dinner from 7pm. Check opening dates before traveling in winter, as staffing is reduced. Pay in cash if possible; card payment is available but call ahead to confirm.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 weeks ahead during summer weekends; weekdays are usually flexible. Contact the rifugio directly or check rifugio.net for availability and reservations.
Typically open June through September, with weekends only in shoulder months; confirm exact dates before planning as small rifugios vary. Email or call ahead to verify staffing.
Allow 2–3 hours from the nearest road access via well-marked summer trails with minimal elevation gain, making it suitable for a morning start and afternoon arrival.
Dormitory beds (15 total), half-board or full-board meals available. Expect basic facilities: running water and likely pit toilets or basic bathroom, typical for small mountain huts at this elevation.
Yes—the 2–3 hour approach is straightforward and non-technical, making it ideal for families and less experienced walkers wanting an easy night in the mountains without exposure or scrambling.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI
- Season
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- Total
- 15
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- Website