Trail 4 to Rifugio Chiarella via Conca di By

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Italy

Aosta Valley

Ollomont

Trail 4 to Rifugio Chiarella via Conca di By

Hard

4.6

(18)

143

hikers

Trail 4 to Rifugio Chiarella via Conca di By

07:25

13.1km

1,360m

Hiking

Historic mule track through larch forests to a stone refuge serving famous pesto pasta with sunrise mountain views.

Last updated: September 17, 2025

Tips

Includes segments that are highly dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 6.45 km for 42 m

After 6.83 km for 42 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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977 m

Mule track to the By Dam

Highlight • Trail

2.14 km

Conca di By, Dam and Little Church

Highlight • Lake

The By basin extends over a wide plateau in the lower part of which lies the small By lake, surrounded by an amphitheater of peaks reaching almost 3,000 meters. Once …

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2.24 km

Casa Luigi Einaudi

Highlight • Historical Site

Located at about 2,000 meters above sea level in the picturesque By basin, this historic stone dwelling offers you a stop of great cultural value along the trails of Valpelline. …

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2.86 km

Conca di By

Highlight • Mountain Hut

The best fontina in the Aosta Valley is born here

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6.22 km

Climbing Section Near Rifugio Chiarella

Highlight • Climb

A short climbing section with a rope just before the Chiarella Hut. Not a problem in summer and dry conditions. Danger of slipping in wet and cold conditions. Gloves might be a good idea.

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6.49 km

Rifugio Franco Chiarella all’Amianthe

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Located at an altitude of approximately 2,979 meters, this historic and cozy high-altitude refuge offers you refreshment and safe shelter in the heart of the alpine giants.

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13.1 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.3 km

1.45 km

306 m

< 100 m

Surfaces