Rifugio Mont Fallere

It is located in the basin between Mont Fallère, from where this mountain refuge gets its name, and Monte Rosso di Vertosan, in Loc. Les Crottes at 2385 m in altitude, in the town of Saint-Pierre.

A mountain refuge in the medium-high mountains, it is the perfect place for some trekking or a high-altitude excursion, for crossing from one refuge to another or from one valley to another. The refuge can also be reached by mountain bike (a journey of about 6 km along the farm road). 

The refuge is a new structure with the appearance of a typical alpine chalet. Old disused wood was used for both its internal and external construction. The care taken over its particular features and works of art by Siro Viérin makes it entirely unique.
The refuge was built according to energy-saving criteria and is equipped with solar panels in order to ensure the ecological production of hot water, as well the integration of a heating system in colder periods. There are glacial streams and lakes close by and the relative abundance of water supplies the power unit that produces electrical energy. The refuge offers free Wi-Fi access to all the guests and pets are welcome.

How to get there 

On foot: The route starts near the Hotel – Restaurant Notre Maison (1,800 m); take trail no. 13. In the first section, which has no significant elevation gain, the trail passes close to the Thoules mountain pasture. It continues on level ground until the entrance to the Loe valley. From here, the path begins to climb along the ridge leading to the farm track. Continue along the track until you reach the mountain hut. As well as the stunning views, the entire path is an open-air museum featuring numerous wooden sculptures by Siro Vierin, one of the most renowned sculptors in the Aosta Valley.
Difficulty: E excursion route
Elevation gain: 700 m
Duration: 2h20 

Alternatively: via a farm track that is also suitable for mountain bikes.