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About
Monte Leone-Hütte sits at 2,848m on the border between Valais and Italy, a base for climbers tackling Monte Leone (3,552m) and crossings into the Antigorio Valley. Reach it from Nufenen Pass (2,478m) via a 2.5-hour hike south across open terrain, or approach from the south via Riale in Italy. The location puts you on the main crossing routes between Switzerland and the Italian Alps, making it useful as a waypoint as well as a climbing base.
The hut has 20 beds in simple dormitory rooms. The SAC Section Sommartel runs a staffed operation that serves dinner and breakfast. Bring your own lunch or order packed meals when you book. There is drinking water on site but no self-catering kitchen, so you eat what the hut provides or what you carry in. The hut opens seasonally; confirm dates before planning your trip. Basic facilities match the altitude and remoteness—expect mountain hut standards, not hotel comfort.
Book by email or phone directly with the hut. July and August fill quickly; aim to reserve at least 4 weeks ahead for summer. May through September is the practical season, though check with the hut about exact opening dates each year. Parties of 8 or more should contact the hut well in advance. Winter access is possible for experienced parties only—coordinate with Section Sommartel before attempting an off-season visit.
The hut has 20 beds in simple dormitory rooms. The SAC Section Sommartel runs a staffed operation that serves dinner and breakfast. Bring your own lunch or order packed meals when you book. There is drinking water on site but no self-catering kitchen, so you eat what the hut provides or what you carry in. The hut opens seasonally; confirm dates before planning your trip. Basic facilities match the altitude and remoteness—expect mountain hut standards, not hotel comfort.
Book by email or phone directly with the hut. July and August fill quickly; aim to reserve at least 4 weeks ahead for summer. May through September is the practical season, though check with the hut about exact opening dates each year. Parties of 8 or more should contact the hut well in advance. Winter access is possible for experienced parties only—coordinate with Section Sommartel before attempting an off-season visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead for July and August; email or call ahead, especially for smaller groups, since the hut has only 20 beds.
The hut is typically staffed from June to September, but confirm dates when booking as staffing can vary.
From Nufenen Pass (2,478m), it's a 2.5-hour hike south across open terrain; you can also approach from the south via Riale in Italy.
The hut serves meals and provides drinking water, but there's no self-catering kitchen, so plan to eat what's available.
No—it's a mountaineering base at 2,848m designed for climbers tackling Monte Leone (3,552m) and experienced Alpine hikers; the terrain and altitude demand solid fitness.
Location
46.2607, 8.0803
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- SAC SAC - CAS, Section Sommartel
- Total
- 20
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +41 27 979 14 12
- Website
- https://www.cas-sommartel.ch/
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