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About
Rifugio Piana del Ponte sits at 1,050m in the Stura Valley, Piedmont, within easy reach of walkers exploring the lower Alpine foothills. The hut lies on marked trails connecting the Val Gesso and Val Stura—typical approach routes take 2–3 hours from road-head parking. It works well as a base for day walks across open meadows and forested ridges, or as a stopping point on longer valley traverses.
The rifugio offers 24 beds in simple rooms and serves home-cooked meals—book dinner when you reserve beds. Shower facilities and a small bar are available. The hut operates year-round but gets quieter outside the April–October hiking season. This is a working mountain hut, not a resort: expect functional comfort and friendly staff who know the valley well.
Book by phone directly with the hut. July and August fill quickly; reserve 4–6 weeks ahead for those months. Outside peak season, 1–2 weeks' notice usually suffices. The hut is privately run and not managed by CAI or other Alpine clubs.
The rifugio offers 24 beds in simple rooms and serves home-cooked meals—book dinner when you reserve beds. Shower facilities and a small bar are available. The hut operates year-round but gets quieter outside the April–October hiking season. This is a working mountain hut, not a resort: expect functional comfort and friendly staff who know the valley well.
Book by phone directly with the hut. July and August fill quickly; reserve 4–6 weeks ahead for those months. Outside peak season, 1–2 weeks' notice usually suffices. The hut is privately run and not managed by CAI or other Alpine clubs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 weeks ahead during summer (June–September), especially weekends; shoulder seasons need less notice. Call the rifugio directly or check rifugi.net for availability.
Most Piedmont valley rifugios at this elevation operate May through October, with peak staffing June–September; confirm current dates by phone before planning.
Approach takes 2–3 hours on marked trails from road-head parking in the Stura Valley; it's easy terrain suitable for walkers without scrambling.
24 beds in simple rooms, home-cooked dinners (book when you reserve), and basic mountain hut amenities; confirm shower availability when booking.
Yes—the easy 2–3 hour approach and low elevation make it ideal for families and newer hikers; it also works as a base for day walks on open meadows and forested ridges.
Location
45.6761, 8.0647
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- FFCAM
- Total
- 24
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +39 366 3976595
- Website
- https://rifugiopianadelponte.wixsite.com
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