Abri de Villy
1.1
2,330m
Valle d'Aosta, Italy
About
Abri de Villy sits at 2,330m on the eastern flank of Mont Blanc, accessed from the village of Courmayeur in Valle d'Aosta. The approach takes 4–5 hours from Rifugio Maison Vieille, gaining 800m through steep terrain that demands mountaineering experience. This is a working refuge for guided climbs, not a casual destination.
The hut sleeps just 2 people in basic mountain shelter conditions. Expect no meals or hot water—bring your own food and fuel. The structure provides emergency refuge and a base for Mont Blanc traverse variations or technical rock climbing in the Mont Blanc massif. It operates year-round but is practical only in summer and autumn when snow doesn't block the approach.
Access is restricted to parties with guides or solid alpine experience. Contact Courmayeur mountain guides (Società delle Guide di Courmayeur) before attempting the route. This is a shelter for competent mountaineers, not hikers looking for hut comfort.
The hut sleeps just 2 people in basic mountain shelter conditions. Expect no meals or hot water—bring your own food and fuel. The structure provides emergency refuge and a base for Mont Blanc traverse variations or technical rock climbing in the Mont Blanc massif. It operates year-round but is practical only in summer and autumn when snow doesn't block the approach.
Access is restricted to parties with guides or solid alpine experience. Contact Courmayeur mountain guides (Società delle Guide di Courmayeur) before attempting the route. This is a shelter for competent mountaineers, not hikers looking for hut comfort.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book as early as possible through a mountain guide or the Courmayeur alpine clubs, as this is a working mountaineering refuge with only 2 beds and no commercial booking system. Contact CAI Courmayeur or your guide directly—it's not listed on rifugi.net.
It's staffed seasonally during summer climbing season (June–September), though it functions primarily as an emergency shelter year-round. Confirm availability with your guide before planning, as staffing varies by year.
Approach from Rifugio Maison Vieille, a 4–5 hour push gaining 800m over steep, exposed terrain requiring mountaineering experience and competent scrambling ability. This is not a hiking route.
None—bring your own food and fuel stove. There's no hot water, electricity, or cooking facilities; the shelter is basic mountain accommodation only.
No. This is exclusively for experienced mountaineers on guided Mont Blanc climbs. The approach demands alpine experience, and the 2-bed capacity means solo hikers won't be accommodated.
Quick Facts
- Season
- –
- Total
- 2
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Self catering
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- Website
- http://www.refuges.info/point/1384/cabane-non-gardee/Aiguilles-rouges/Abri-de-Villy-ou-du-Col-des-Chaux/