Refuge de Saint-Laurent
1.9
2,491m
Valle d'Aosta, Italy
About
Refuge de Saint-Laurent sits at 2,491m in the Gran Paradiso massif, reached via the Valsavarenche valley. The standard approach is 2.5 hours on foot from Pont, gaining 800m through larch forest and alpine pasture. You can also reach it in 3 hours from Degioz via the Grauson pass if you're coming from the eastern side. The hut marks a natural stopping point for traverses of Gran Paradiso or as a base for day climbs to nearby peaks.
The refuge holds around 40 beds in simple double and multi-bed rooms. Meals are available from June through September, with half-board the standard option. There's a basic bar service and you can access water from the hut. Facilities are typical of a working mountain refuge—no showers, pit toilet, and minimal insulation means it gets cold at night even in summer. The building dates from the 1980s and functions primarily as a climbing base rather than a comfort destination.
Book by phone directly with the hut well ahead for July and August weekends. The refuge sits in the heart of Gran Paradiso National Park, so it's popular with both walkers and climbers. May through early June and September often have space available with just a few days' notice. Call ahead to confirm opening dates and current conditions, especially if you're planning shoulder-season visits.
The refuge holds around 40 beds in simple double and multi-bed rooms. Meals are available from June through September, with half-board the standard option. There's a basic bar service and you can access water from the hut. Facilities are typical of a working mountain refuge—no showers, pit toilet, and minimal insulation means it gets cold at night even in summer. The building dates from the 1980s and functions primarily as a climbing base rather than a comfort destination.
Book by phone directly with the hut well ahead for July and August weekends. The refuge sits in the heart of Gran Paradiso National Park, so it's popular with both walkers and climbers. May through early June and September often have space available with just a few days' notice. Call ahead to confirm opening dates and current conditions, especially if you're planning shoulder-season visits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–4 weeks ahead during July–August; shoulder seasons need less notice. Call the hut directly using the phone contact, or check rifugi.net and CAI platforms for availability.
Open June through September; exact dates depend on snow conditions and staffing, so confirm current status before planning your trip.
From Pont in Valsavarenche valley, it's 2.5 hours gaining 800m through larch forest and alpine pasture; alternatively, 3 hours from Degioz via Grauson pass if approaching from the east.
40 beds in double and multi-bed rooms, with dinner and breakfast provided; confirm shower availability when booking as facilities are basic.
The 2.5-hour approach from Pont is accessible for fit families and beginners with Alpine experience; it's an ideal base for day hikes rather than technical climbing.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI
- Season
- –
- Total
- 40
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +41 79 123 29 61
- Website
- https://www.arpettaz.ch/