Refuge du Requin
1.9
2,516m
Valle d'Aosta, Italy
About
Refuge du Requin sits at 2,516m in the Gran Paradiso massif, accessed via the Val di Cogne. The standard approach starts from Cogne village (1,534m) and takes 4–5 hours on a well-marked trail through alpine meadows and rocky terrain. The hut serves as a base for climbs on Gran Paradiso (4,061m) and traverses in the Gran Paradiso National Park.
The refuge has 57 beds across multiple rooms and serves full board (breakfast, packed lunch, dinner). The kitchen handles vegetarian requests and packed lunches for climbers starting early. Water comes from a spring. The hut operates year-round but is most reliable June through September; winter access requires planning. Toilets are basic. Mobile signal is limited.
Book by phone 8–10 weeks ahead for July and August. Call ahead to check conditions outside summer season. Half-board is standard but full board is available. The hut fills quickly during school holidays and weekends.
The refuge has 57 beds across multiple rooms and serves full board (breakfast, packed lunch, dinner). The kitchen handles vegetarian requests and packed lunches for climbers starting early. Water comes from a spring. The hut operates year-round but is most reliable June through September; winter access requires planning. Toilets are basic. Mobile signal is limited.
Book by phone 8–10 weeks ahead for July and August. Call ahead to check conditions outside summer season. Half-board is standard but full board is available. The hut fills quickly during school holidays and weekends.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 weeks ahead during July–August, earlier if targeting weekends or the Gran Paradiso summit push in late summer. Contact them directly by phone or check rifugi.net for availability.
Open June through September, with July–August being peak season and most reliably staffed. Check current dates before planning, as Alpine weather can affect opening/closing.
Start from Cogne village (1,534m) on a well-marked trail through alpine meadows and rocky terrain; the hike takes 4–5 hours and gains roughly 980m elevation. No cable car or vehicle access.
Full board included: breakfast, packed lunch, and dinner. The kitchen accommodates vegetarian requests and other dietary needs—confirm when booking. 57 beds in shared rooms; no private rooms or en-suite showers (basic washing facilities available).
Suitable for fit hikers comfortable with 5 hours uphill at altitude; the trail is straightforward but steep in sections. Families with older children (10+) who hike regularly will manage it; young children will struggle with the elevation gain and duration.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- CAI
- Season
- –
- Total
- 57
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +33 6 82 96 10 51
- Website
- https://refugedurequin.ffcam.fr/