Cabane Mont Fort
1.3
2,457m
Valle d'Aosta, Italy
About
Cabane Mont Fort sits at 2,457m on the border between Valle d'Aosta and Valais. Reach it from Pila via the Colle di Lod (2,316m) in 2.5 hours, or from Chamois in 3 hours. Both routes climb steadily through open meadow. Summer is best—snow blocks access until June. The hut works as a base for walks to Mont Fort (2,802m) or traverses toward Gran San Bernardo.
The hut holds 58 beds in mixed dormitories. Meals are served daily and are good value. Drinking water comes from the spring. WiFi is available if you need it. The season runs June through September. Showers and basic toilets are standard. The atmosphere is relaxed; this isn't a party hut. Staff speak French and Italian; English is limited.
Email or phone to book. Aim to reserve at least 2 weeks ahead for July and August. July weekends fill fast. Phone ahead the day before to confirm arrival time if you're coming from the Pila side—the warden needs to know if you'll arrive late. Payment is cash only.
The hut holds 58 beds in mixed dormitories. Meals are served daily and are good value. Drinking water comes from the spring. WiFi is available if you need it. The season runs June through September. Showers and basic toilets are standard. The atmosphere is relaxed; this isn't a party hut. Staff speak French and Italian; English is limited.
Email or phone to book. Aim to reserve at least 2 weeks ahead for July and August. July weekends fill fast. Phone ahead the day before to confirm arrival time if you're coming from the Pila side—the warden needs to know if you'll arrive late. Payment is cash only.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 weeks ahead during July and August; shoulder season (June, September) needs less notice. Call the hut directly or check rifugio.net and cai.it for availability.
Open June through September; snow typically blocks access before mid-June. Check with the hut before visiting in early June or late September as staffing varies.
From Pila, climb via Colle di Lod (2,316m) in 2.5 hours; from Chamois, allow 3 hours. Both routes gain steady elevation through open meadow with no technical difficulty.
Full meals served daily at good value; 58 beds in mixed dormitories with spring water available. WiFi is available; confirm shower facilities when booking.
Yes—the approach routes are non-technical and gain elevation gradually. It works well as a base for family hiking or acclimatization before higher Alpine objectives.
Quick Facts
- Season
- –
- Total
- 58
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Wifi
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +41 77 269 45 27
- Website
- https://cabanemontfort.com/