Technical
About
Rifugio Perucca-Vuillermoz sits at 2,915m in the Valtournenche valley, deep in the Gran Paradiso massif. Reach it from Chamois village (1,670m) by hiking 4.5 hours up steep forest paths that break into alpine meadow. The route climbs relentlessly but stays well-marked. Most hikers approach from the north side of the valley; if you're coming from Torino, expect 2 hours driving to the trailhead. Snow blocks the valley access from November through April.
The hut holds 30 beds across mixed dorms. You get dinner, breakfast, and packed lunch if ordered. Water comes from a spring; the staff maintain basic washing facilities. The kitchen runs on gas and wood. This is a working mountaineer's base rather than a social hub. Open July to September, with limited weekends in June. The guardian lives here year-round but expects notice for early/late-season visits.
Book through the CAI website or contact the hut directly by phone. July and August need advance notice by early June. Expect crowds during school holidays and on clear weekends. The hut sits at the start of routes into the Gran Paradiso peaks and is popular with climbers doing multi-day traverses, so reliable weather windows fill fast. Bring cash—card payment is unreliable here.
The hut holds 30 beds across mixed dorms. You get dinner, breakfast, and packed lunch if ordered. Water comes from a spring; the staff maintain basic washing facilities. The kitchen runs on gas and wood. This is a working mountaineer's base rather than a social hub. Open July to September, with limited weekends in June. The guardian lives here year-round but expects notice for early/late-season visits.
Book through the CAI website or contact the hut directly by phone. July and August need advance notice by early June. Expect crowds during school holidays and on clear weekends. The hut sits at the start of routes into the Gran Paradiso peaks and is popular with climbers doing multi-day traverses, so reliable weather windows fill fast. Bring cash—card payment is unreliable here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 weeks ahead during July–August; shoulder season (June, September) needs less notice. Check rifugi.net or contact the hut directly, as a 30-bed mountain hut fills quickly on weekends.
Typically open June through September; snow blocks valley access November through April. Confirm exact dates with the hut before planning, as weather can shift opening dates.
Start from Chamois village (1,670m) and hike 4.5 hours up steep, well-marked forest paths that open into alpine meadow; about 2 hours driving from Torino to the trailhead. This is sustained climbing with no shortcut—plan accordingly.
30 beds in mixed dormitories; meals and drinks available but bring cash. Expect basic mountain hut conditions—no shower, cold water, and a simple toilet setup.
No—the access route is steep and relentless over 4.5 hours, and the technical difficulty rating demands solid hill fitness and scrambling ability. Better suited to experienced hikers or mountaineers doing Gran Paradiso traverses.
Location
45.9036, 7.5671
HutLists Score
3.8
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Season
Based on facilities, access, and how reliably the hut is open.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI
- Total
- 30
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
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