At above sea level, it is the highest building in Europe. It is also among the largest huts of the massif, together with the Monte Rosa Hut and Gnifetti Hut. The Margherita Hut is located in Italian territory , near the international border between Italy and Switzerland, in the Italian region of Piedmont. The nearest settlements is Alagna Valsesia, in Piedmont, starting point for the traditional climb to the hut.