Teodulo

The Teodulo Mountain Hut stands at an altitude of 3.317 m., on the border between Italy and Switzerland, in the picturesque Pennine Alps pass between the Matterhorn and the peaks of Monte Rosa. This historic pass, known as Colle del Teodulo, links Breuil-Cervinia to Zermatt and has been in use since Roman times.

Built between 1920 and 1926 to a design by engineer Giacomo Dumontel Castellano, the refuge—once known as the Principe di Piemonte Refuge—is now a welcoming and modern facility. Renovation and extension works carried out between 2000 and 2010 created a spacious panoramic lounge with views of the Matterhorn.

Today, the refuge is a hub for skiers, hikers and high-altitude enthusiasts, offering a warm, family-friendly atmosphere with a bar and restaurant open all year round. The cuisine, authentic yet refined, is complemented by a selection of fine wines, to be enjoyed whilst admiring the Alpine landscape.

The lodge also features 9 recently refurbished rooms, ranging from double rooms to larger accommodation for up to 8 guests, all comfortable and well-heated to ensure a pleasant stay even in extreme weather conditions.

How to get there in summer

On foot: set off from Breuil-Cervinia on trail n. 15, which leads to Plan Maison; then head uphill towards the winter chairlifts or the dirt track that crosses the mountain pastures. In about two and a half hours, you will reach the Bontadini Chapel. From here, after crossing moraine terrain with patches of snow, you will reach the refuge. The final section of the trail is also marked with the letters TMR (Tour du Mont Rose). To return, in addition to trail n. 15, you can descend in about an hour to the Cime Bianche Laghi cable car station and from there continue on foot along the shores of Lake Goillet, returning to Breuil Cervinia by following trail n. 16.
Difficulty: EE – for experienced hikers
Elevation gain: 1.300 m
Duration: approx. 4h

How to get there in winter

By Lifts:
Check the cable car opening times before planning your trip

From Breuil Cervinia via the Bontadini chairlift, which has its top station near the refuge.