Cabane de Mille
1.2
2,473m
Valle d'Aosta, Italy
About
Cabane de Mille sits at 2,473m in the Valle d'Aosta, on the approach to Mont Rose. Reach it from Staffal (near Gressoney-la-Trinité) in about 3 hours on foot. The trail climbs steadily through pasture and scree, gaining 900m. In winter, approach is not recommended without mountaineering experience.
The hut holds 40 beds across multiple rooms. Meals are prepared daily—book your dinner order when you arrive or call ahead. Water comes from the spring outside. The refuge stays open June through September, depending on snow cover. There is no electricity or heating beyond the kitchen stove, so nights are cold even in summer. Bring a warm sleeping bag.
Call ahead to reserve beds, especially for weekends. The hut is managed by locals who speak Italian and French; English is limited. July and August fill quickly—book 4–6 weeks in advance for these months. June and September are quieter and often more pleasant for hiking. Pay in cash on arrival.
The hut holds 40 beds across multiple rooms. Meals are prepared daily—book your dinner order when you arrive or call ahead. Water comes from the spring outside. The refuge stays open June through September, depending on snow cover. There is no electricity or heating beyond the kitchen stove, so nights are cold even in summer. Bring a warm sleeping bag.
Call ahead to reserve beds, especially for weekends. The hut is managed by locals who speak Italian and French; English is limited. July and August fill quickly—book 4–6 weeks in advance for these months. June and September are quieter and often more pleasant for hiking. Pay in cash on arrival.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least a few days ahead during peak season (July-August), especially weekends. Call ahead to reserve dinner when you book, as meals are prepared daily based on numbers.
Open June through September only. Winter approaches are not recommended without mountaineering experience, so the hut closes in off-season.
Start from Staffal near Gressoney-la-Trinité and allow 3 hours for the approach. The trail climbs 900m through pasture and scree with steady elevation gain.
40 beds in shared rooms, daily prepared meals (book dinner when you arrive or call ahead), and spring water outside. No shower mentioned—typical for a high-altitude rifugio.
Suitable for fit hikers comfortable with 900m ascent and mountain terrain; the 3-hour approach and 2,473m elevation are moderate for experienced day-hikers doing an overnight. Not ideal for young children or inexperienced mountaineers.
Quick Facts
- Season
- –
- Total
- 40
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +41 27 783 11 82
- Website
- https://www.cabanedemille.ch