Technical
About
Rifugio Teodulo sits at 3,317m on the Théodule Pass between Zermatt and Breuil-Cervinia. You can reach it from Zermatt by taking the Gornergrat railway to Rotenboden (2,815m), then hiking 2.5 hours up scree and marked trails. From the Italian side at Breuil-Cervinia, the approach is shorter at around 2 hours. The pass itself is straightforward hiking terrain, not a technical climb. This is serious altitude—factor in acclimatization if you're coming from lower elevations.
The hut holds 60 beds in shared dormitories. Hot meals are served, and you can expect mountain fare rather than refined cuisine. The kitchen provides drinking water from mountain sources. The location makes it ideal for acclimatizing before attempts on Mont-Rose or Gran Paradiso, or as a waypoint on traverse routes. The hut operates year-round, though winter conditions are extreme and climbing experience is essential. Summer (July and August) is the main season for hiking traffic.
Book by email or phone at least 4 weeks ahead during July and August. July is the busiest month—book 6–8 weeks in advance if possible. The hut can fill with mountaineers working their way up Gran Paradiso, so don't rely on walk-ups in peak season. Check conditions before traveling in winter; the pass can close without warning.
The hut holds 60 beds in shared dormitories. Hot meals are served, and you can expect mountain fare rather than refined cuisine. The kitchen provides drinking water from mountain sources. The location makes it ideal for acclimatizing before attempts on Mont-Rose or Gran Paradiso, or as a waypoint on traverse routes. The hut operates year-round, though winter conditions are extreme and climbing experience is essential. Summer (July and August) is the main season for hiking traffic.
Book by email or phone at least 4 weeks ahead during July and August. July is the busiest month—book 6–8 weeks in advance if possible. The hut can fill with mountaineers working their way up Gran Paradiso, so don't rely on walk-ups in peak season. Check conditions before traveling in winter; the pass can close without warning.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 3–4 months ahead for July and August; email or call direct—contact details are on the hut website.
The hut is staffed June through September, though conditions on the Théodule Pass can close it earlier or later depending on snow.
From Zermatt, take the Gornergrat railway to Rotenboden (2,815m), then hike 2.5 hours; from Breuil-Cervinia, it's about 2 hours.
Meals are served daily; bring a water bottle as the hut has drinking water available.
No—at 3,317m, altitude sickness is a real risk for lowland visitors; the hiking terrain is straightforward but serious mountain experience and acclimatization are essential.
Location
45.9441, 7.7085
HutLists Score
1.9
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Quick Facts
- Total
- 60
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +39 166 94 94 00
- Website
- https://www.cervinia.it/
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