Refuge privé A. Saladin
2.7
Piedmont, Italy
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Refuge A. Saladin sits at 2,717m in the Marittime Alps, on the border between Piedmont and Liguria. Reach it from the village of Entraque in the Gesso Valley via the Pian dell'Acqua trailhead. The standard approach takes 4.5 hours and climbs steadily through alpine meadows and larch forest, gaining 1,100m. The hut works as a base for the Marguareis massif and access to ridgeline traverses toward Col di Nava and the Liguria border peaks.
The refuge is privately managed and holds 35 beds across mixed dorms and small rooms. Meals are available—dinner and breakfast are standard; pack extra food for day walks. Water comes from a spring; there's no shower. The hut operates from June through September only, closing during snow season. Mobile signal is weak but often picks up on the terrace.
Book directly by phone or email with the manager. July and August fill quickly; aim to reserve by late May if visiting mid-summer. June and early September are quieter. The hut serves the CAI Cuneo section but isn't part of a major booking network, so direct contact is essential. Bring cash—card payment isn't always reliable at this elevation.
The refuge is privately managed and holds 35 beds across mixed dorms and small rooms. Meals are available—dinner and breakfast are standard; pack extra food for day walks. Water comes from a spring; there's no shower. The hut operates from June through September only, closing during snow season. Mobile signal is weak but often picks up on the terrace.
Book directly by phone or email with the manager. July and August fill quickly; aim to reserve by late May if visiting mid-summer. June and early September are quieter. The hut serves the CAI Cuneo section but isn't part of a major booking network, so direct contact is essential. Bring cash—card payment isn't always reliable at this elevation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 weeks ahead for weekends and July–August; weekday slots often have availability with shorter notice. Contact the refuge directly or check rifugi.net for current availability.
Open June through September; peak staffing July–August. Call ahead to confirm opening dates in early June and closing dates in late September, as snow can affect access.
Start from Entraque village in the Gesso Valley at the Pian dell'Acqua trailhead; the standard route takes 4.5 hours and gains 1,100m through alpine meadows and larch forest to 2,717m.
35 beds available; expect shared dormitory-style rooms and basic facilities typical of Alpine rifugi. Half-board (dinner and breakfast) is standard; confirm shower availability and hot water schedules when booking.
The 4.5-hour approach with 1,100m gain suits fit hikers with solid endurance; it's not ideal for young children or inexperienced trekkers. It's well-suited for experienced hikers planning ridge traverses in the Marguareis massif.
Location
44.1094, 7.3128
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