About
Rifugio Infernotto sits at 2,284m in the Gran Paradiso massif, easily reached from the Val di Rhêmes valley. The approach from Pont village takes 2.5–3 hours on a steady trail through pasture and rocky terrain. The hut is well-positioned for day walks to nearby peaks and cols, or as a base for longer ridge traverses in the Gran Paradiso National Park.
The rifugio operates as a simple mountain shelter with around 50 beds spread across basic dormitories. It serves hot meals and packed lunches; bring a sleeping bag liner. Water comes from the mountain stream. The kitchen is communal. It opens June through September, depending on snow melt and staffing. Winter access is not reliable.
Book direct with the hut keeper by phone or email well ahead for July and August. Weekends fill quickly. July is the busiest month. The hut is managed independently, so avoid peak dates if you want quieter conditions. Arrive early if you're not pre-booked, as walk-ins are accepted if space exists.
The rifugio operates as a simple mountain shelter with around 50 beds spread across basic dormitories. It serves hot meals and packed lunches; bring a sleeping bag liner. Water comes from the mountain stream. The kitchen is communal. It opens June through September, depending on snow melt and staffing. Winter access is not reliable.
Book direct with the hut keeper by phone or email well ahead for July and August. Weekends fill quickly. July is the busiest month. The hut is managed independently, so avoid peak dates if you want quieter conditions. Arrive early if you're not pre-booked, as walk-ins are accepted if space exists.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–4 weeks ahead during peak season (July–August), especially for weekends; shoulder months (June, September) are more flexible. Contact the rifugio directly or check rifugio.net for availability.
Typically open June through September; confirm exact dates before planning, as mountain huts adjust for weather and staffing. Contact CAI or the rifugio directly for current operating schedule.
Start from Pont village in Val di Rhêmes and follow the marked trail for 2.5–3 hours through pasture and rocky terrain to reach 2,284m. The route is straightforward but steady; arrive early to secure a bed.
Hot dinners, breakfasts, and packed lunches are available; around 50 beds in basic dormitories. No showers listed, so expect mountain-hut standards—bring a headtorch and be ready for simple conditions.
Yes for fit families with mountain experience; the 2.5–3 hour approach is steady but exposed at altitude, and young children may find dormitory sleeping uncomfortable. It's ideal for adult hikers doing day walks or ridge traverses in Gran Paradiso National Park.
Location
44.7268, 7.2396
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Half board
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