Refuge Elisabetta Soldini Montanaro
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Refuge Elisabetta Soldini Montanaro

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Rifugio Elisabetta Soldini Montanaro

2,194m Valle d'Aosta, Italy Write a review
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About

Rifugio Elisabetta Soldini Montanaro sits at 2,194m in the upper Val d'Aosta, giving straightforward access to ridge walks and high passes across the region. Most hikers approach from the Ayas Valley floor via marked trails that take 2.5–3 hours to reach the hut. The location works as a base for day trips or as a waypoint on multi-day traverses linking the Monterosa and Gran Paradiso massifs.

The hut holds 77 beds across multiple rooms and offers half-board meals in the dining room. Showers and flush toilets are available, making it comfortable for a 2–3 night stay. The rifugio serves breakfast and dinner; packed lunches are available on request. Opening season runs June through September, weather dependent. Winter closures are common. The hut is managed by CAI (Italian Alpine Club) volunteers and operates year-round only during peak summer months.

Book directly by email or phone. July and August weekends fill 4–6 weeks ahead, so confirm availability early for summer travel. Shoulder months (June and September) are less pressured. The hut sits on active trekking routes between major valleys, so even off-season dates can have demand. Call or email to confirm current opening dates and conditions before heading up.

Frequently Asked Questions

Book 2–3 weeks ahead for weekends and July–August; weekdays outside peak season can often be arranged with less notice. Call the hut directly or check rifugio.net for availability.
Typically open June through September; check cai.it or call ahead to confirm exact dates, as early-season snow and late-autumn weather can affect staffing.
Approach from the Ayas Valley floor via marked trails in 2.5–3 hours; this is the standard route for most hikers. The hut sits at 2,194m and works well as a base for multi-day traverses or day trips.
77 beds in multiple rooms, half-board meals served in the dining room, and showers available; typical for a staffed rifugio at this elevation.
Yes—the 2.5–3 hour approach from the valley is moderate and well-marked, making it accessible for fit families and newer hikers; it's an ideal waypoint rather than a technical climb.

Location

45.7670, 6.8374
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This hut takes bookings direct, so beds go to whoever asks first. Tell us your dates and we'll email you when it's time to reserve — with the hut's contact details.

We can't watch this hut's availability — it books direct. Give us your arrival date and we'll email you when it's time to get in touch, with the hut's phone and email.

Independent of the hut and its alpine club. We never book or hold beds — the reminder just tells you when to get in touch, with the hut's own contact details.

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Quick Facts

Managing club
CAI
Total
77

Facilities

Showers Breakfast Half board Meals served Flush toilets Drinking water

Contact & Booking

Email
[email protected]
Phone
+39 0165 844080
Website
https://www.rifugioelisabetta.com/

Activities

Hiking

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