Rifugio Franco Remondino
1.7
2,430m
Alpes-Maritimes, France
About
Rifugio Franco Remondino sits at 2,430m in the Alpes-Maritimes, on the Italian side of the Franco-Italian border. The hut serves as a base for trekking in this remote section of the Alps. Access from the French side requires crossing into Italy; most approaches take 4–5 hours on foot from roadheads in the Vallée de la Roya. The hut lies on established hiking routes linking the Mercantour and Ligurian Alps, making it useful for multi-day traverses rather than a casual day-trip destination.
The rifugio is managed by CAI (Club Alpino Italiano) and CAI Cuneo. It operates year-round but sees heaviest use June to September. The hut has around 30 beds in simple dormitory rooms. Meals are available: dinner and breakfast are standard, packed lunches can be arranged. Facilities include basic heating, running water, and pit toilets. Standards are functional rather than comfortable—bring a sleeping bag even in summer.
Book direct via email or phone; contact details are available through the CAI Cuneo website. July and August require booking 4–6 weeks ahead. Outside summer months, you can often turn up without advance notice, though confirming availability saves a wasted trip. Staff speak Italian primarily; French and English are less reliable. Winter access depends on snow conditions; contact the hut before attempting winter approaches.
The rifugio is managed by CAI (Club Alpino Italiano) and CAI Cuneo. It operates year-round but sees heaviest use June to September. The hut has around 30 beds in simple dormitory rooms. Meals are available: dinner and breakfast are standard, packed lunches can be arranged. Facilities include basic heating, running water, and pit toilets. Standards are functional rather than comfortable—bring a sleeping bag even in summer.
Book direct via email or phone; contact details are available through the CAI Cuneo website. July and August require booking 4–6 weeks ahead. Outside summer months, you can often turn up without advance notice, though confirming availability saves a wasted trip. Staff speak Italian primarily; French and English are less reliable. Winter access depends on snow conditions; contact the hut before attempting winter approaches.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead, especially for July and August; contact the hut by email or phone to confirm availability and arrange your stay.
The refuge typically operates June to September; check with the hut directly for exact opening and closing dates.
Most approaches take 4–5 hours from roadheads in the Vallée de la Roya on the French side; you'll cross into Italy to reach the hut, which sits on established hiking routes between the Mercantour and Ligurian Alps.
The hut provides meals and dormitory beds; bring a headtorch and expect basic mountain refuge conditions without private facilities.
No—this is a remote hut best suited to experienced hikers planning multi-day traverses; the 4–5 hour approach and high elevation make it unsuitable for casual day-trippers or those new to Alpine hiking.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI
- Season
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- Total
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +39 0171 97327
- Website
- https://rifugioremondino.it/