The Elena refuge is a large and comfortable refuge-hotel, mainly frequented by hikers undertaking the Giro del Monte Bianco (Mont Blanc walk). The first refuge, which was destroyed by an avalanche, was built in honour of Queen Elena, consort of King Victorio Emanuele III.
It is in a pleasant location half way up the mountain, characterized by vast pastures and spectacular views. The eye-catching Pré de Bard glacier will take your breath away.

Accessibility

As a result of the mapping carried out in 2023 as part of the "Lo sci per tutte le abilità" (Skiing for everyone) project, the following was found:

  • The entrance to the building is provided by a sheet-metal ramp that guarantees adequate manoeuvring space for wheelchair users
  • The toilets on the ground floor are equipped with suitable aids
  • With sufficient advance notice, the owners can provide transport for people with reduced mobility and/or sensory impairments to enable them to access the hut via the rural road                

Map of accessible spaces for people with disabilities

 

Services

Restaurant (only for clients) Credit cards accepted Restaurant bar (also open to the public)

Prices

Bed in double room
48,00 € - 48,00 €
Bed in a room with more than 4 beds
35,00 € - 35,00 €
Half board (price per person)
58,00 € - 58,00 €
Half board in a 2 to 4 beds (price per person)
71,00 € - 71,00 €
Half board for alpine guides
35,00 € - 35,00 €
Full board (price per person)
86,00 € - 86,00 €
Single use travel sheet
4,00 € - 4,00 €
Breakfast (price per person)
13,00 € - 13,00 €
Dinner (Meals at fixed price - drinks excluded)
30,00 € - 30,00 €

Prices are valid from 01/12/2023 to 30/11/2024

How to get here

By car

Courmayeur motorway exit. After the Courmayeur motorway exit carry on towards the Traforo del Monte Bianco (Mont Blanc Tunnel) for approximately 4 km going past the hamlet of Entrèves. On the last hairpin bend before the tunnel it is possible to exit the main road and go onto the road which leads to Val Ferret. In Lavachey there is the last useful car park (for a fee). Val Ferret is a regulated traffic zone and public parking spaces are limited and chargeable.
The refuge can only be reached on foot in summer.

By public transport

The nearest train station is in Aosta.
Scheduled Coach service as far as Courmayeur (approximately 15 trips a day).
Local line for Val Ferret (approximately 15 trips a day).
Can only be reached in summer.