Demanding
About
Rifugio Mores Lago Sabbione sits at 2,509m in the Marittime Alps of Piedmont, above the Lago Sabbione basin. Reach it from the Val Gesso valley trailhead near Entracque. The approach takes roughly 4 hours from the road and gains 800m steadily through alpine meadow and sparse larch forest. The hut serves as a base for ridge walking toward Punta Nera and multiday traverses across the southern Maritimes.
The rifugio has 26 beds split across shared dormitories. Meals focus on hearty mountain fare—expect pasta, risotto, and stews with local Piedmont ingredients. Water comes from mountain springs. The hut operates mid-June through September. Facilities are basic but solid: composting toilets, cold water, and a small wood stove in common areas. No electricity except a solar panel for emergency use.
Book direct by phone or email at least two months ahead for July and August weekends. Early summer (June) and September offer quieter conditions with shorter lead times. The hut is not affiliated with CAI but maintains close ties with local hiking guides. Contact them directly to confirm availability and current rates.
The rifugio has 26 beds split across shared dormitories. Meals focus on hearty mountain fare—expect pasta, risotto, and stews with local Piedmont ingredients. Water comes from mountain springs. The hut operates mid-June through September. Facilities are basic but solid: composting toilets, cold water, and a small wood stove in common areas. No electricity except a solar panel for emergency use.
Book direct by phone or email at least two months ahead for July and August weekends. Early summer (June) and September offer quieter conditions with shorter lead times. The hut is not affiliated with CAI but maintains close ties with local hiking guides. Contact them directly to confirm availability and current rates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 weeks ahead during July–August, especially weekends; shoulder season (June, September) is more flexible. Contact the hut directly by phone or check rifugio.net for availability.
Typically open June through September, with peak staffing July–August; confirm exact dates before your trip, as Alpine huts adjust for weather.
Start from the Val Gesso trailhead near Entracque; the hut is a demanding 4-hour hike gaining 800m through alpine meadow and larch forest to 2,509m.
The hut serves hearty mountain meals (half-board or dinner-only available) and has 26 beds in shared dormitories; confirm shower availability when booking, as high-altitude huts have limited hot water.
No—the 4-hour approach is demanding and gains significant elevation; this rifugio suits experienced hikers planning ridge walks and mountaineering on Punta Nera and the southern Maritimes.
Location
46.4240, 8.3523
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4.1
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI
- Total
- 26
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +39 0324 63067
- Website
- https://www.rifugi-bivacchi.com/it/821/rifugio-mores-cesare/
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