Federico Chabod

Situated at the foot of the north-west face of Gran Paradiso, in the heart of the National Park, the Federico Chabod Mountain Hut 2710 m  is regarded as the starting point for the standard route up Gran Paradiso and for the north-west face, and enjoys spectacular views across the entire massif.

A stopover on the Tor des Glaciers route, the refuge is comfortable and well-equipped. There is a small climbing wall nearby.

The refuge was awarded UNI EN ISO 14001 certification in October 2001.

How to get there in summer

On foot:
Leave your car in the car park at Loc. Pravieux, cross the Savara stream and take route no. 5. The path alternates between larch forests, wide meadows covered in flowers and wilder areas as you approach the final elevation.
Difficulty: E excursion route
Elevation gain: approx. 880 m
Duration: approx. 3 hours

How to get there in spring

Ski mountaineering / snowshoeing: follow the summer route of trail no. 5. Once you reach Alpe Lavassey, the route turns right and continues uphill to the refuge.
This snowshoe hike is recommended for experienced hikers who are fit and have good experience of walking on snow.
Elevation gain: approx. 880 m
Duration: approx. 3 hours

Always check the avalanche report before setting out. It is compulsory to carry an avalanche rescue kit (ARTVA, shovel and probe).