Refuge du Mont Pourri
1.7
2,370m
Valle d'Aosta, Italy
About
Refuge du Mont Pourri sits at 2,370m on the edge of the Gran Paradiso massif in Valle d'Aosta. Reach it from the village of Ceresole Reale via the Lago Serrù trail—a steady 4-hour climb gaining 800m through alpine meadows and rock. The refuge marks the start of several high routes across the Gran Paradiso chain, making it a solid base for multiday treks toward Rifugio Vittorio Emanuele or descents into the Orco Valley.
The hut holds 50 beds split across shared rooms. Meals are hearty: expect valley-sourced pasta, polenta, and local cheeses. The refuge runs May through September, with reliable staffing July and August. Water comes direct from mountain springs. The building is functional rather than fancy—thick stone walls, basic hot showers, a small common room where hikers gather in the evenings. No phone signal outside; the hut has a landline.
Book directly by phone during office hours. July and August fill 6–8 weeks out, so call by late April or early May if you're targeting those months. June and September are quieter—you can often book 2–3 weeks ahead. Half-board is standard (dinner and breakfast included). Bring cash; the refuge doesn't reliably take cards. Confirm your arrival time when you book so the kitchen can plan portions.
The hut holds 50 beds split across shared rooms. Meals are hearty: expect valley-sourced pasta, polenta, and local cheeses. The refuge runs May through September, with reliable staffing July and August. Water comes direct from mountain springs. The building is functional rather than fancy—thick stone walls, basic hot showers, a small common room where hikers gather in the evenings. No phone signal outside; the hut has a landline.
Book directly by phone during office hours. July and August fill 6–8 weeks out, so call by late April or early May if you're targeting those months. June and September are quieter—you can often book 2–3 weeks ahead. Half-board is standard (dinner and breakfast included). Bring cash; the refuge doesn't reliably take cards. Confirm your arrival time when you book so the kitchen can plan portions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 weeks ahead during July and August, earlier if you're part of a group; contact them directly by phone or check rifugi.net for availability and reservations.
Typically open June through September, with July–August fully staffed; shoulder months may have limited services, so confirm dates before planning your trip.
Start from Ceresole Reale village and follow the Lago Serrù trail for a 4-hour climb gaining 800m through alpine meadows and rock to reach the hut at 2,370m.
50 beds in shared rooms, with hearty meals provided; standard Alpine hut setup with communal dining—bring a sleeping bag liner and toiletries as shower facilities are typically limited.
The 4-hour approach hike and 2,370m elevation suit hikers with solid fitness; families with older children experienced in mountain hiking will manage well, though it's not ideal for young kids or Alpine novices.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- FFCAM
- Season
- –
- Total
- 50
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +33 4 79 07 90 43
- Website
- http://refugedumontpourri.ffcam.fr/