La Peule
1.3
2,071m
Valle d'Aosta, Italy
About
La Peule sits at 2,071m in the Gran Paradiso National Park, accessible from the Ceresole Reale area in Valle d'Aosta. The approach is a straightforward 2–2.5 hour walk on marked trails, making this a popular base for day hikes into the park. Access is year-round on foot, though winter conditions require experience with snow and ice.
The rifugio sleeps around 40 people in mixed and private rooms. Meals focus on hearty mountain food—expect pasta, polenta, and local Valle d'Aosta specialties. The kitchen provides good portions at reasonable prices. Basic facilities include running water and heating. The hut stays open from June through September, with weekends possible in May and October depending on snow conditions.
Book by email direct to the hut at least 4–6 weeks ahead if you're arriving in July or August. July weekends fill quickly with families. The hut closes completely November to May, so plan accordingly. A 50% deposit is standard. Arrive by early afternoon to settle in before dinner service.
The rifugio sleeps around 40 people in mixed and private rooms. Meals focus on hearty mountain food—expect pasta, polenta, and local Valle d'Aosta specialties. The kitchen provides good portions at reasonable prices. Basic facilities include running water and heating. The hut stays open from June through September, with weekends possible in May and October depending on snow conditions.
Book by email direct to the hut at least 4–6 weeks ahead if you're arriving in July or August. July weekends fill quickly with families. The hut closes completely November to May, so plan accordingly. A 50% deposit is standard. Arrive by early afternoon to settle in before dinner service.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–4 weeks ahead during peak season (July–September), especially for weekends; off-season (May–June, September–October) you can often book 1–2 weeks out. Check rifugio.it or contact the hut directly by phone for availability and current rates.
La Peule operates year-round, but staffing and services are most reliable from May through October; winter visits require advance arrangement and experience with alpine conditions.
Start from Ceresole Reale (accessible by car or bus) and follow marked trails for 2–2.5 hours to reach the hut at 2,071m; the route is straightforward but gains roughly 600m elevation.
The hut serves hearty mountain food including pasta, polenta, and local Valle d'Aosta dishes; it has 40 beds in mixed and private rooms, with basic shower facilities typical of high-altitude rifugios.
Yes, the 2–2.5 hour approach and straightforward trail make it accessible for fit families and hiking beginners; it's an ideal base for day hikes in Gran Paradiso National Park rather than a technical climbing hut.
Quick Facts
- Season
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- Total
- 40
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- Website