Refuge de Bellachat
2.0
2,136m
Valle d'Aosta, Italy
About
Rifugio Bellachat sits at 2,136m in the Valle d'Aosta, serving the Mont-Blanc massif approaches and the Vallon de Triolet. Reach it from Courmayeur via the Vallon de Triolet trail—allow 2.5 to 3 hours uphill on a well-marked path. The hut works as a base for Mont-Blanc ascents via the Gouter route and for day walks across the Gran Paradiso approaches.
The refuge holds 40 beds split between dormitory and double rooms. Half-board is standard. The kitchen serves hearty mountain fare; request vegetarian meals when booking. Water comes from mountain springs. The hut stays open June through September, depending on snow conditions. Facilities include basic shower access and a small common room. Mobile signal is weak but present.
Email or phone ahead to confirm availability and order meals. July and August fill 4 to 6 weeks out. June and September offer quieter access. Pay cash or arrange bank transfer—confirm payment methods on booking. The hut is managed independently, not by CAI or SAT, so check their website or contact details directly for current rates and opening dates.
The refuge holds 40 beds split between dormitory and double rooms. Half-board is standard. The kitchen serves hearty mountain fare; request vegetarian meals when booking. Water comes from mountain springs. The hut stays open June through September, depending on snow conditions. Facilities include basic shower access and a small common room. Mobile signal is weak but present.
Email or phone ahead to confirm availability and order meals. July and August fill 4 to 6 weeks out. June and September offer quieter access. Pay cash or arrange bank transfer—confirm payment methods on booking. The hut is managed independently, not by CAI or SAT, so check their website or contact details directly for current rates and opening dates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2-3 weeks ahead for weekends and July-August, earlier if climbing Mont-Blanc via the Goûter route. Contact them directly by phone or check rifugio.net for availability.
Open June through September, fully staffed during peak season; call ahead in shoulder months as staffing can be limited.
Start from Courmayeur and hike up the Vallon de Triolet trail—allow 2.5 to 3 hours for the ascent on a well-marked path.
40 beds in dorm and double rooms, half-board standard with hearty mountain meals; vegetarian options available—ask when booking.
Yes for hikers with basic fitness doing day walks or acclimatization; if you're climbing Mont-Blanc via Goûter, you need climbing experience and should use a guide.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- FFCAM
- Season
- –
- Total
- 40
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +33 7 75 83 02 70
- Website
- https://www.refuge-bellachat.com/