Refuge Giorgio Bertone vecchio
3.2Rifugio Giorgio Bertone vecchio
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.
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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3.2
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Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +39 347 0325785
- Website
- http://www.rifugiobertone.it/wp/it/home/
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