Refuge de La Martin
1.3
Valle d'Aosta, Italy
About
Refuge de La Martin sits at 2,250m in the Valle d'Aosta, accessible from the Valpelline valley. The approach takes 3–4 hours from Bionaz following the marked trail through alpine meadows and rocky terrain. Summer access is straightforward; winter approaches require mountaineering experience and avalanche awareness. The hut is small and remote, which means it fills quickly during peak season but stays quiet in shoulder months.
The refuge offers simple dormitory accommodation with around 30 beds across shared rooms. Meals are traditional mountain fare—expect hearty soups, pasta, and local cheese. There's no shower, limited water, and heating relies on woodstove. The season runs June through September, with occasional use by ski mountaineers in spring. Staff manage the hut seasonally; contact ahead to confirm opening dates in shoulder months.
Email or phone to book. Call at least 2 weeks ahead for July and August; June and September need only 3–5 days' notice. The hut has no online booking system. Bring cash—card payments are unreliable at this elevation. If the refuge is full, Refuge Chamois (2,568m) lies 2 hours south and handles overflow traffic during summer weekends.
The refuge offers simple dormitory accommodation with around 30 beds across shared rooms. Meals are traditional mountain fare—expect hearty soups, pasta, and local cheese. There's no shower, limited water, and heating relies on woodstove. The season runs June through September, with occasional use by ski mountaineers in spring. Staff manage the hut seasonally; contact ahead to confirm opening dates in shoulder months.
Email or phone to book. Call at least 2 weeks ahead for July and August; June and September need only 3–5 days' notice. The hut has no online booking system. Bring cash—card payments are unreliable at this elevation. If the refuge is full, Refuge Chamois (2,568m) lies 2 hours south and handles overflow traffic during summer weekends.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for July–August weekends; shoulder season (June, September) needs less notice but still book ahead given the 30-bed capacity. Call the hut directly or check rifugio.net for availability.
Typically open June to September during the main hiking season; winter closure is standard for this elevation and remoteness. Contact the hut directly by phone to confirm exact dates for your visit.
Approach from Bionaz in Valpelline valley via marked trail through alpine meadows and rocky terrain—3 to 4 hours hiking. Winter access demands mountaineering skills and avalanche knowledge; summer is straightforward.
Simple dormitory beds (around 30 total), meals available. Expect basic alpine hut conditions; confirm shower availability and menu options when you book by phone.
Yes for fit hikers and families comfortable with a 3–4 hour approach and basic accommodation; the marked trail and summer conditions are straightforward. Not suitable for winter—that requires mountaineering experience.
Quick Facts
- Season
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- Total
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +33 7 78 51 45 29
- Website
- https://refuge-lamartin.vanoise.com