Cabin Pastorale de Rougnouse Haute

2.2

Cabane Pastorale de Rougnouse Haute

2,050m Alpes-Maritimes, France Write a review
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About

Rougnouse Haute sits at 2050m on the eastern flank of the Alpes-Maritimes, deep in remote terrain between the Vallée de la Vésubie and the Parc National du Mercantour. Access requires 4–5 hours of hiking from Belvédère or Saint-Martin-Vésubie, gaining 1200m through steep forest and alpine pasture. The final approach crosses exposed terrain; navigation skills and good weather are essential. This is a mountain hut for experienced walkers, not a casual refuge.
The cabin sleeps 4 in basic dormitory conditions. It has a wood stove for heating, a small kitchen, and water from a nearby spring. The guardian operates seasonally—typically June through September, depending on snow melt and weather. You'll need to bring a stove and fuel for cooking unless you arrange meals in advance. There are no reliable supplies on-site; carry everything you need from the valley.
Contact the FFCAM Mercantour section or Saint-Martin-Vésubie tourist office for current opening dates and guardian availability. Booking is essential even for 4 beds; many weeks see only occasional use. This is not a destination for spontaneous visits. Allow 2–3 weeks notice minimum. Cell reception is unreliable; confirm your arrival plans in writing before departure.

Frequently Asked Questions

Contact the hut directly 2–3 months in advance; with only 4 beds, availability is extremely limited during summer weekends.
Open mid-June to mid-September, depending on snow conditions and weather.
Hike 4–5 hours from Belvédère or Saint-Martin-Vésubie, gaining 1200m through forest and exposed alpine terrain; navigation skills required.
Basic dormitory with 4 beds; bring your own sleeping bag and food—the hut is unmanned or minimally staffed, so no meals or water guaranteed.
No—this hut demands solid mountain experience, good navigation, and comfort with exposed terrain; steep access and remote location make it unsuitable for casual hikers or families.

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44.2246, 6.5811
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This hut takes bookings direct, so beds go to whoever asks first. Tell us your dates and we'll email you when it's time to reserve — with the hut's contact details.

We can't watch this hut's availability — it books direct. Give us your arrival date and we'll email you when it's time to get in touch, with the hut's phone and email.

Independent of the hut and its alpine club. We never book or hold beds — the reminder just tells you when to get in touch, with the hut's own contact details.

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