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Bivacco La Lliée sits at 2,422m in the Gran Paradiso massif above Cogne in Valle d'Aosta. Reach it in 2.5 to 3 hours from Lago Loie trailhead, following the path toward Gran Paradiso. The final approach is steep and rocky; bring a headtorch if arriving near dusk. This is a bivouac, not a staffed rifugio—no guardian, no meals, no facilities beyond shelter.
The hut sleeps 18 in a basic stone structure with minimal insulation. You'll find a roof, walls, and bunks. Bring a sleeping bag rated to –5°C or colder; winter temperatures drop well below zero. Water comes from snowmelt or a nearby stream. There are no toilets beyond what nature provides. The bivouac operates year-round for winter climbers and summer mountaineers tackling Gran Paradiso and Monte Rosa approaches.
This is a self-service shelter. No booking required and no guardian to pay. Self-register in the logbook and contribute to a donation box to help with maintenance. Bring all food, fuel, and water treatment. Stock up in Cogne beforehand. Use the hut as a base for Gran Paradiso (4,061m), a 3-hour scramble from here, or link it into multi-day traverses across the high massif. Come prepared for mountain conditions and solitude.
The hut sleeps 18 in a basic stone structure with minimal insulation. You'll find a roof, walls, and bunks. Bring a sleeping bag rated to –5°C or colder; winter temperatures drop well below zero. Water comes from snowmelt or a nearby stream. There are no toilets beyond what nature provides. The bivouac operates year-round for winter climbers and summer mountaineers tackling Gran Paradiso and Monte Rosa approaches.
This is a self-service shelter. No booking required and no guardian to pay. Self-register in the logbook and contribute to a donation box to help with maintenance. Bring all food, fuel, and water treatment. Stock up in Cogne beforehand. Use the hut as a base for Gran Paradiso (4,061m), a 3-hour scramble from here, or link it into multi-day traverses across the high massif. Come prepared for mountain conditions and solitude.
Frequently Asked Questions
Booking isn't necessary—this is an unstaffed bivouac, so arrive when you want. Check conditions at cai.it before heading up, especially in winter or after storms.
It's open year-round as an unstaffed shelter. Summer (June–September) is most feasible; winter access is serious mountaineering terrain requiring experience and gear.
Start at Lago Loie trailhead near Cogne and follow the Gran Paradiso path for 2.5–3 hours. The final approach is steep and rocky; bring a headtorch if you're arriving near dusk.
This is a bivouac with no guardian, no meals, and no facilities beyond a stone shelter with bunks. Bring everything: food, water, a sleeping bag rated to –5°C minimum, and a stove if you want hot drinks.
No—it's for experienced mountaineers only. The steep final approach and exposed location demand Alpine skills, and the spartan conditions aren't suitable for children or inexperienced hikers.
Location
45.8178, 7.4008
HutLists Score
1.2
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Quick Facts
- Total
- 18
- Emergency
- 18
Contact & Booking
- Website
- https://www.lovevda.it/it/banca-dati/7/bivacchi/oyace/bivacco-la-lliee/2503
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