Rifugio Granero

Rifugio Granero, officially Rifugio Battaglione Alpini Monte Granero, is a historic mountain hut (rifugio alpino) in the Cottian Alps of the Piedmont region in northern Italy. Situated at 2,377 metres above sea level in the Conca del Pra high valley, within the municipality of Bobbio Pellice in the Metropolitan City of Turin, it is the oldest alpine hut in the Val Pellice. The hut overlooks Lago Lungo and sits at the foot of Monte Granero, near the French border, and is reachable only on foot or by e-bike. The first stone was laid in 1926, and the hut was inaugurated on 22 July 1928. Originally built entirely of masonry, it offered hospitality to 22 walkers. It is owned by CAI-UGET (Club Alpino Italiano – Unione Gruppi Escursionisti Torino) and was completely renovated in 2005. Today it operates as a full-service mountain refuge, providing accommodation, a restaurant serving local cuisine and craft beers, and a base for outdoor activities including hiking, alpinism, climbing, bouldering, mountain biking, canoeing, and fishing. It is a stop on the Via Alpina (Blue Trail) and the Giro del Monviso, and serves as a starting point for ascents of Monte Granero (3,170 m), Monte Meidassa (3,105 m), and Monte Manzol (2,935 m). The rifugio is run by a small family-like team — Antonella, Ivan, Didier, and their dog Pongo — who emphasize authentic hospitality, artisanal care, and local ingredients. The website describes it as "a historic refuge in the heart of Valpellice, beside the 'King of Stone' [Monviso], reachable only on foot or by e-bike. Quality cuisine, authentic welcome, timeless panoramas." The hut is bike-friendly, offering e-bike charging, and promotes sustainable, respectful mountain tourism.

The Rifugio Battaglione Alpini Monte Granero, commonly known as Rifugio Granero, is the oldest alpine hut in the Val Pellice. Its first stone was laid in 1926, and it was inaugurated on 22 July 1928. The original building, constructed entirely of masonry, provided accommodation for 22 walkers. It is owned by CAI-UGET (Club Alpino Italiano – Unione Gruppi Escursionisti Torino). In 2005 the hut underwent a complete renovation, modernizing its facilities while preserving its historic character. Today it operates as a full-service mountain refuge at 2,377 metres above sea level, located in the Conca del Pra high valley within the municipality of Bobbio Pellice, Metropolitan City of Turin, Piedmont. It overlooks Lago Lungo and sits at the foot of Monte Granero, about an hour's walk from the French border. The hut is a stop on the Via Alpina (Blue Trail) and the Giro del Monviso, and serves as a base for ascents of Monte Granero (3,170 m), Monte Meidassa (3,105 m), and Monte Manzol (2,935 m). It is run by a small team — Antonella, Ivan, Didier, and their dog Pongo — who emphasize local ingredients, artisanal care, and authentic hospitality. The refuge is bike-friendly, offers e-bike charging, and promotes sustainable mountain tourism.

• 2005

  Complete renovation of the hut.

• 1928

  Hut inaugurated on 22 July, offering hospitality to 22 walkers.

• 1926

  First stone laid for the Rifugio Battaglione Alpini Monte Granero.

Historic, family-run alpine refuge offering authentic hospitality, quality local cuisine, and direct access to high-mountain adventures.

• Overnight accommodation

• Restaurant with local cuisine and craft beers

• Outdoor activity base (hiking, alpinism, climbing, bouldering, MTB, e-bike, canoeing, fishing)

• E-bike charging station

1. 1Rifugio Battaglione Alpini Monte Granero – Official Websiterifugiogranero.com
2. 2Chi siamo | Rifugio Granerorifugiogranero.com
3. 3Rifugio Granero – Wikidatawikidata.org
4. 4Rifugio Granero – Wikipedia (German)de.wikipedia.org