Refuge militare alpino "Brigata Alpina Taurinense"
1.5Rifugio militare alpino "Brigata Alpina Taurinense"
Piedmont, Italy
About
Rifugio Militare Alpino "Brigata Alpina Taurinense" sits at 2,730m on the border between Piedmont and the Aosta Valley, serving hikers crossing the Gran Paradiso massif and the high peaks of the surrounding ridges. The most common approach is from Pont, a small settlement 90km west of Turin. From Pont, hike up the Valsavarenche valley for roughly 4 hours to reach the hut. The trail is well-marked and gains 1,100m steadily through alpine meadow and scree. Fit parties with early starts can reach it from the Grivola Pass route in 3.5 hours.
The hut is military-managed but accepts civilian trekkers. It has 80 beds split between a mix of dorms and smaller shared rooms. Meals focus on hearty mountain food: pasta, polenta, and meat dishes at dinner; substantial breakfasts. Showers are available but use water sparingly at this elevation. The hut opens mid-June through September. Mobile signal is poor to non-existent. Water comes from snowmelt and a small spring nearby.
Book directly with the hut by phone or email 4–6 weeks ahead if visiting July or August. Weekends fill quickly. The hut staff speak Italian and some English. High summer (mid-July to mid-August) is busiest. June and September offer quieter conditions and reliable weather windows for multi-day traverses into Gran Paradiso.
The hut is military-managed but accepts civilian trekkers. It has 80 beds split between a mix of dorms and smaller shared rooms. Meals focus on hearty mountain food: pasta, polenta, and meat dishes at dinner; substantial breakfasts. Showers are available but use water sparingly at this elevation. The hut opens mid-June through September. Mobile signal is poor to non-existent. Water comes from snowmelt and a small spring nearby.
Book directly with the hut by phone or email 4–6 weeks ahead if visiting July or August. Weekends fill quickly. The hut staff speak Italian and some English. High summer (mid-July to mid-August) is busiest. June and September offer quieter conditions and reliable weather windows for multi-day traverses into Gran Paradiso.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2-3 weeks ahead during peak season (July-August); contact the hut directly by phone or check rifugio.net for availability. Military rifugios can fill quickly, so earlier is better for summer weekends.
Typically open late June through mid-September, depending on snow conditions; confirm opening dates with the hut directly as military facilities may have variable schedules.
Start from Pont (90km west of Turin) and hike up Valsavarenche valley for 4 hours, gaining 1,100m through meadow and scree on a well-marked trail; the hut sits at 2,730m.
Expect basic Alpine hut facilities: dormitory beds, meals at set times (breakfast and dinner included with accommodation), and cold water only; shower access is limited or absent at this elevation.
Not ideal for beginners or young children—the 4-hour approach gains significant elevation, the terrain is steep scree in places, and you need fitness for high-altitude hiking; better suited to experienced hill walkers.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- private
- Season
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- Total
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- Website