Plan de Ténibre
1.3
Piedmont, Italy
About
Plan de Ténibre sits at 2,284m on the Colle della Lombarda approach in the Marittime Alps. Reach it from Maddalena di Cuneo in about 4 hours via the Piano Grande trail—straightforward walking on good mule track. The hut also serves climbers tackling Punta Marguareis (2,651m) and peaks around the Piano Grande plateau, all within 1–2 hours.
The rifugio runs 30 beds across shared and private rooms. Staff cook mountain meals at dinner and provide packed lunches. Water comes from a spring. The hut operates June through September reliably; shoulder season access depends on weather and snow. Toilets are basic but functional. Mobile signal is weak. The kitchen accepts group bookings for larger parties.
Book directly with the hut or through rifugi.net. July and August fill quickly—aim for 2–3 weeks ahead in peak season. June and September offer quieter stays with the same trails open. The hut sits on the French border, so it's popular for multi-day Italian-French crossings. Day visitors are welcome. Stock up in Cuneo before heading up; the nearest resupply is 4 hours down.
The rifugio runs 30 beds across shared and private rooms. Staff cook mountain meals at dinner and provide packed lunches. Water comes from a spring. The hut operates June through September reliably; shoulder season access depends on weather and snow. Toilets are basic but functional. Mobile signal is weak. The kitchen accepts group bookings for larger parties.
Book directly with the hut or through rifugi.net. July and August fill quickly—aim for 2–3 weeks ahead in peak season. June and September offer quieter stays with the same trails open. The hut sits on the French border, so it's popular for multi-day Italian-French crossings. Day visitors are welcome. Stock up in Cuneo before heading up; the nearest resupply is 4 hours down.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 weeks ahead during July–August; weekends year-round fill quickly. Contact via rifugio.net or cai.it, or call directly—this hut can be quieter than more famous Maritimes refuges.
Typically open June through September with full staffing; May and October weekends only. Confirm dates directly as Maritimes huts vary—weather can close access earlier than advertised.
Start from Maddalena di Cuneo and follow the Piano Grande mule track for 4 hours—good condition, straightforward navigation. From the hut, Punta Marguareis and surrounding peaks are 1–2 hours climbing.
30 beds in shared and private rooms; cooked dinners and packed lunches available. Water from spring; no shower mentioned, so expect basic washing facilities typical of high mountain rifugios.
Good for hiking families—the approach is easy mule track with no scrambling. Not ideal for young children under 8 due to the 4-hour walk; serious mountaineers will find it a solid base for Marguareis and plateau peaks.
Quick Facts
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- Total
- 30
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
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