Cabane des Aiguilles Rouges
1.0
2,810m
Valle d'Aosta, Italy
About
The Cabane des Aiguilles Rouges sits at 2,810m on the slopes above the Val d'Aosta, commanding views across the Mont Blanc massif. Reach it from the Montenvers side via a 3–4 hour hike through alpine meadows and scree, or from the Chamonix valley side (France) via established mountain paths. Most parties approach from the Italian side in summer. Winter access is technical and not recommended for casual hikers.
The hut holds 70 beds across shared dorms and small private rooms. Half-board is standard: expect simple but substantial meals centred on local ingredients and hearty mountain cooking. Drinking water is reliably available from mountain springs. The refuge operates from June through September; spring and autumn weekends draw small crowds. Basic heating keeps core areas comfortable even in shoulder seasons. Facilities are functional rather than luxurious—expect long-drop toilets and cold-water washrooms.
Book direct by email or phone for June and early September. July and August fill 6–8 weeks ahead, especially weekends. Single nights mid-week in June and September are usually available. Confirm arrival time when you book; staff lock doors at 21:00. The hut is managed by local CAI affiliates; Italian Alpine Club members receive no discount but enjoy priority if space is tight. Pay cash on arrival or arrange transfers in advance.
The hut holds 70 beds across shared dorms and small private rooms. Half-board is standard: expect simple but substantial meals centred on local ingredients and hearty mountain cooking. Drinking water is reliably available from mountain springs. The refuge operates from June through September; spring and autumn weekends draw small crowds. Basic heating keeps core areas comfortable even in shoulder seasons. Facilities are functional rather than luxurious—expect long-drop toilets and cold-water washrooms.
Book direct by email or phone for June and early September. July and August fill 6–8 weeks ahead, especially weekends. Single nights mid-week in June and September are usually available. Confirm arrival time when you book; staff lock doors at 21:00. The hut is managed by local CAI affiliates; Italian Alpine Club members receive no discount but enjoy priority if space is tight. Pay cash on arrival or arrange transfers in advance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–4 weeks ahead for summer weekends; earlier if you're going in July–August. Call the hut directly using the phone contact, or check rifugio listings on cai.it for availability.
Typically open June through September; exact dates depend on snow conditions. Winter access is technical and not recommended for casual hikers.
Approach from the Italian side (Montenvers) via a 3–4 hour hike through alpine meadows and scree; the French Chamonix valley side offers established mountain paths but is less common. The hut sits at 2,810m.
Half-board (dinner and breakfast) is standard; 70 beds split between shared dorms and small private rooms. Shower facilities are typical for mountain huts at this elevation.
It's best for hikers with solid mountain experience; the 3–4 hour approach and 2,810m elevation are moderate but not beginner-friendly. Families with hiking experience and children accustomed to altitude can manage it in summer.
Quick Facts
- Season
- –
- Total
- 70
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +41 27 283 16 49
- Website
- https://www.aiguillesrouges.ch/