Refuge Rodolfo Zamboni e Mario Zappa
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Refuge Rodolfo Zamboni e Mario Zappa

4.3

Rifugio Rodolfo Zamboni e Mario Zappa

2,066m Valle d'Aosta, Italy Write a review
Demanding

About

Rifugio Zamboni e Zappa sits at 2,066m in the Gran Paradiso massif, accessed from the Noasca valley. The standard approach from Ponte di Nol takes 3 hours, gaining 700m on a well-marked path. This is solid terrain, not a tourist walk—come prepared for alpine conditions even in summer.

The hut holds 36 beds across mixed dorms. Half-board is standard; the kitchen does solid mountain food, nothing fancy. The season runs June through September, weather dependent. Water is reliable. Showers exist but use them sparingly in these elevations. You'll find basic facilities—this is a working hut, not a hotel.

Book direct by phone with the managing CAI Milano section. July and August fill fast; aim for at least 4 weeks ahead for summer weekends. June and September offer better availability. The hut is active during the season, so expect an answer on weekdays. Call ahead to confirm current opening dates, as early-season snow can delay the season.

Frequently Asked Questions

Book 2–4 weeks ahead for July–August weekends; call the hut directly (number via rifugio.net) or contact CAI Valle d'Aosta for reservations. Half-board is standard, so you're committing to meals.
Open June through September, weather dependent; confirm dates before arrival as early and late season can close without notice.
Start from Ponte di Nol in the Noasca valley; the marked path takes 3 hours and climbs 700m on demanding terrain—bring proper boots and be ready for alpine conditions.
36 beds in mixed dorms, half-board meals included, reliable water, and showers (though basic—bring your own towel and expect no hot water in early/late season).
No—the 3-hour approach over demanding terrain is not beginner-friendly, and the altitude (2,066m) suits hikers with solid mountain experience and fitness.

Location

45.9532, 7.9179
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Reservation recommended.

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Don't forget to book

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 Club Alpino Italiano Milano
Total
36

Facilities

Breakfast Half board Meals served Drinking water

Contact & Booking

Phone
+39 0324 65313
Website
http://www.rifugiozamboni.com/zamboni-zappa-berghutte/

Activities

Hiking Mountaineering

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