Refuge de la Golèse
2.1
1,671m
Piedmont, Italy
About
Refuge de la Golèse sits at 1,671m in the Maritime Alps above the Gesso Valley. From Terme di Valdieri, follow the mule track up the Gesso Valley for 2 hours to reach the hut. The approach is steady and well-marked; summer daylight and decent boots are enough.
The refuge has 58 beds across multiple rooms. Showers are available—a rarity at this elevation. Half-board meals focus on hearty valley cuisine; the kitchen caters well to vegetarians if you mention dietary needs when booking. The hut operates year-round but staffing is reduced November to March; confirm availability before winter visits. This is a working base for summer ridge traverses toward the Marguareis plateau and autumn hunting season, so expect a mix of hikers and local users.
Book by phone (+39 0171 87005) or email directly to secure beds, especially July and August. Book 4–6 weeks ahead for peak season. The nearest town, Valdieri, has a small shop and road access. Water comes from springs at the refuge; ask staff about condition after heavy rain.
The refuge has 58 beds across multiple rooms. Showers are available—a rarity at this elevation. Half-board meals focus on hearty valley cuisine; the kitchen caters well to vegetarians if you mention dietary needs when booking. The hut operates year-round but staffing is reduced November to March; confirm availability before winter visits. This is a working base for summer ridge traverses toward the Marguareis plateau and autumn hunting season, so expect a mix of hikers and local users.
Book by phone (+39 0171 87005) or email directly to secure beds, especially July and August. Book 4–6 weeks ahead for peak season. The nearest town, Valdieri, has a small shop and road access. Water comes from springs at the refuge; ask staff about condition after heavy rain.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2-3 weeks ahead during summer; weekends fill faster. Call ahead or check rifugi.net to confirm availability and arrange half-board meals.
Typically open June through September; exact dates depend on snow melt and staffing. Contact the hut directly by phone to confirm current opening status.
Start from Terme di Valdieri and follow the well-marked mule track up the Gesso Valley for 2 hours to the hut at 1,671m elevation.
58 beds in multi-bed rooms, hot showers (uncommon at this elevation), and half-board meals featuring hearty valley cuisine with vegetarian options if requested when booking.
Yes—the 2-hour approach is steady with no scrambling, well-marked throughout, and requires only daylight and decent boots, making it suitable for fit families and hiking newcomers.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- FFCAM
- Season
- –
- Total
- 58
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Showers
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +33 4 50 90 59 53
- Website
- http://www.refuge-golese.com/