Rifugio Guido Rey
1.2
Hautes-Alpes, France
About
Rifugio Guido Rey sits at 2,612m in the Hautes-Alpes, on the Italian side of the Mont-Viso massif. Approach it from Crissolo (Italy) via the Pian della Regina trail: allow 3–4 hours for the steep ascent through alpine meadow and rocky terrain. The hut serves as a logical base for Mont-Viso (3,841m) summits and traverses into the Parc National des Écrins. Most hikers come from the Vallée du Guil side (France), crossing the border at Col Saluzzo (2,677m) in 2–3 hours from Ristolas.
The Italian Alpine Club (CAI) manages this 40-bed refuge. Full board (demi-pension) is available; the kitchen serves solid mountain fare and sells packed lunches for summit days. Beds are dormitory-style with blankets provided. Water comes from a spring. The refuge opens mid-June through September; snow lingers on approach slopes into early July. Mobile signal is patchy; bring a map and compass.
Book 4–6 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. Contact the hut directly by phone (+39 0175 948 126) or email to check availability and meal options. July is busy with Mont-Viso ascents; mid-week slots fill faster than weekends. Plan for changeable weather: afternoon storms are common, and temperatures drop below freezing even in summer. Bring warm layers and weatherproof gear.
The Italian Alpine Club (CAI) manages this 40-bed refuge. Full board (demi-pension) is available; the kitchen serves solid mountain fare and sells packed lunches for summit days. Beds are dormitory-style with blankets provided. Water comes from a spring. The refuge opens mid-June through September; snow lingers on approach slopes into early July. Mobile signal is patchy; bring a map and compass.
Book 4–6 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. Contact the hut directly by phone (+39 0175 948 126) or email to check availability and meal options. July is busy with Mont-Viso ascents; mid-week slots fill faster than weekends. Plan for changeable weather: afternoon storms are common, and temperatures drop below freezing even in summer. Bring warm layers and weatherproof gear.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead, especially for July and August; contact the refuge by email or phone directly.
Rifugio Guido Rey is staffed from June to September; check exact dates before planning as Italian mountain refuges sometimes open later or close earlier than French ones.
From France, hike from Ristolas via Col Saluzzo (2,677m) in 2–3 hours; from Italy, approach from Crissolo via Pian della Regina in 3–4 hours on steep terrain.
The hut offers meals (dinner and breakfast) and dormitory beds; bring your own sleeping bag or rent one; there is no shower, but there is running water.
No—the approaches are steep and exposed, and the hut serves primarily as a base for Mont-Viso (3,841m) and high-altitude traverses; go with solid mountain fitness and scrambling experience.
Quick Facts
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- Total
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +39 0122 831390; +39 349 307 8110
- Website
- https://www.rifugioguidorey.it/