About
Rifugio della Pace sits at 2,589m in the Cottian Alps, reached via the Val Gesso d'Entracque from Entracque village (970m). The standard approach takes 3.5 hours through open meadows and sparse larch forest. Summer hikers can also traverse from Rifugio Ellena in 2 hours. Winter access is rarely possible without mountaineering skills.
The hut sleeps 40 across basic shared dormitories. Half-board includes dinner and breakfast; packed lunches are available. The kitchen serves simple mountain food. Water comes from a spring. The hut runs year-round but staffing varies—confirm opening dates before visiting. Facilities are functional rather than comfortable: no electricity, no showers, pit toilet.
Book by phone directly with the guardian. July and August fill quickly; reserve at least 2 months ahead for peak season. Late June, September, and early October offer quieter conditions with stable weather. The CAI oversees maintenance though the hut operates independently of club networks. Phone ahead even for day visits in shoulder seasons.
The hut sleeps 40 across basic shared dormitories. Half-board includes dinner and breakfast; packed lunches are available. The kitchen serves simple mountain food. Water comes from a spring. The hut runs year-round but staffing varies—confirm opening dates before visiting. Facilities are functional rather than comfortable: no electricity, no showers, pit toilet.
Book by phone directly with the guardian. July and August fill quickly; reserve at least 2 months ahead for peak season. Late June, September, and early October offer quieter conditions with stable weather. The CAI oversees maintenance though the hut operates independently of club networks. Phone ahead even for day visits in shoulder seasons.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2-3 weeks ahead for summer weekends, earlier if you're going in July-August. Call the hut directly or check rifugio.net for availability.
Open June through September for regular hiking season; winter access requires mountaineering experience and is rarely staffed. Call ahead to confirm staffing dates.
Start from Entracque village (970m) via Val Gesso d'Entracque—3.5 hours through meadows and larch forest to 2,589m. In summer, you can traverse from Rifugio Ellena in 2 hours instead.
Half-board includes dinner and breakfast with simple mountain food; packed lunches available. Basic shared dormitories for 40 people with no private rooms—expect minimal amenities.
Yes for fit hikers with basic Alpine experience—the route is straightforward hiking on marked trails. Not ideal for very young children due to the 3.5-hour ascent and 1,600m elevation gain.
Location
44.4216, 6.8982
HutLists Score
3.9
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Quick Facts
- Total
- 40
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +39 345 9607067
- Website
- http://www.rifugiodellapace.it/
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