Refuge Giorgio Bertone vecchio
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Refuge Giorgio Bertone vecchio

3.2

Rifugio Giorgio Bertone vecchio

1,970m Valle d'Aosta, Italy Write a review
Moderate

About

Rifugio Giorgio Bertone vecchio sits at 1,970m in the Val Gressoney, Valle d'Aosta. Reach it from Gressoney-la-Trinité by heading northeast along the valley floor. The walk takes 2.5 hours and gains 400m steadily through pasture and larch forest. The hut stands on the valley bed near the Lyss stream, giving direct access to higher routes toward Monte Rosa and the Gran Monte Rosa group.

The rifugio is a working mountain base. It offers 30 beds in shared rooms and serves simple meals—expect hearty pasta and local specialities. The kitchen provides hot drinks and snacks throughout the day. Facilities include basic washrooms with cold water; shower access is limited so plan accordingly. The hut operates year-round but staffing is minimal in winter—phone ahead to confirm availability December to March. July and August draw regular mountain workers and hiking groups, not tourists seeking luxury.

Call ahead to reserve beds. Phone contact is the primary booking method; email may be slow. Book 2-3 weeks ahead for summer weekends. The hut fills quickly in good weather when climbers use it as a staging point for higher peaks. Winter visits require advance warning to ensure someone is present.

Frequently Asked Questions

Book 2-3 weeks ahead for weekends, especially July-August; weekdays are more flexible. Call the hut directly using the phone contact listed, or check rifugio.net and cai.it for availability.
Typically open June through September; confirm exact dates by calling ahead as staffing depends on snow conditions and demand.
Start from Gressoney-la-Trinité and head northeast along the valley floor for 2.5 hours, gaining 400m through pasture and larch forest to reach the hut at 1,970m.
30 beds in shared rooms; simple meals available—expect hearty mountain fare for dinner and breakfast included with overnight stays.
Yes for fit hikers: the 2.5-hour approach is steady but moderate; families with kids used to day hikes will manage it fine, and it's an excellent base for Monte Rosa treks.

Location

45.8088, 6.9781
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Reservation recommended.

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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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Phone
+39 347 0325785
Website
http://www.rifugiobertone.it/wp/it/home/

Activities

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