Best huts around Valdeblore are situated in the Mercantour National Park, a mountainous region in the French Alps. This area features a diverse landscape, offering various accommodation options for visitors. The region is known for its traditional mountain refuges, unique perched huts, and youth hostels. Valdeblore provides a base for outdoor activities, including hiking and exploring natural features.
Last updated: June 22, 2026
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Beautifully located ☀️🍀. The hut staff is very friendly 🌸
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Beautiful refuge, in a dream setting.
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The Rifugio Genova-Figari, at 2,015 m, is located in the Maritime Alps, at the foot of Monte Argentera. Open in the summer, it offers overnight stays and a restaurant with typical cuisine. Managed by CAI Ligure, it is reachable from Entracque. More information on the website: www.rifugiogenova.it
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The Emilio Questa Refuge, at 2,388 m, is located in the Maritime Alps Natural Park (CN). Open in summer, it offers beds and a winter room. It can be reached from Valdieri. Restaurant with typical cuisine and facing beautiful Alpine views. Info: www.rifugioquesta.it.
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Next to the wonderful Portette lake
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Lake located next to this one, wonderful
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Beautiful recently renovated refuge open in the summer season
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Old Soria Refuge winter shelter - bivouac.
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Valdeblore offers a diverse range of accommodations. You can find traditional mountain refuges like Les Granges de la Brasque, unique 'perched huts' near La Colmiane that blend luxury with nature, and the comfortable HI Valdeblore Youth Hostel - Le Chalet, which provides a well-equipped base in the Mercantour National Park.
Yes, several options cater to families. The HI Valdeblore Youth Hostel - Le Chalet offers rooms for 1, 2, 3, or 4 beds, a kindergarten, and a park. The 'perched huts' near La Colmiane can accommodate up to 4 people and include modern amenities. While located slightly outside Valdeblore, the Valasco Hut is also noted as easily accessible for families with children.
The 'perched huts' near La Colmiane provide a luxurious and immersive experience. These cabins are designed to blend with the natural environment, featuring modern amenities like a full kitchen, TV, and often a private jacuzzi on the terrace. They offer stunning views and a sense of being 'overhang' among the trees, with breakfast and admission to Alpha Park included.
For a traditional mountain refuge experience, consider Les Granges de la Brasque. Located on the GR5 hiking trail, it offers 54 beds across ten cabins, shared bathroom facilities with hot showers, a common room, and Wi-Fi. Half-board options are available, and it's open from April to October.
The Valdeblore area, situated in the Mercantour National Park, is excellent for outdoor activities. Near huts like Les Granges de la Brasque, you can enjoy hiking, mountain biking (VTT), and via ferrata. The HI Valdeblore Youth Hostel - Le Chalet is also just a few kilometers from the La Colmiane ski resort, offering both summer and winter activities. You can find many hiking trails, MTB trails, and cycling routes in the region.
Yes, the Valasco Hut, though located in Italy, was formerly a hunting lodge of Vittorio Emanuele II of Savoy. It's situated on the enchanting Valasco plain and can be reached by path or a road suitable for bikes.
The region boasts stunning natural features. The Rifugio Genova-Figari is located near two beautiful lakes, Chiotas and Brocan. The Lago delle Portette, with its clear blue waters, is another notable lake found under the Emilio Questa refuge, inviting visitors to swim.
Visitors frequently praise the stunning natural beauty of the area, especially around highlights like the Rifugio Genova-Figari, which is described as being in an 'incredibly gorgeous area' with 'spectacular' locations between lakes. The accessibility of places like the Valasco Hut for families and the warm hospitality are also highly appreciated.
While specific dog policies for all huts vary, the Remondino Hut, located in the broader Maritime Alps, is noted as being dog-friendly, making it a good option for those traveling with pets.
Many huts in the region, such as Les Granges de la Brasque, are typically open from April to October, aligning with the warmer months suitable for hiking and outdoor activities. The 'perched huts' near La Colmiane are ideally located for both summer and winter activities, suggesting year-round appeal depending on your preferred activities.
Yes, several huts offer restaurant services. Les Granges de la Brasque provides half-board options. The Rifugio Genova-Figari and the refuge near Lago delle Portette both feature restaurants with typical cuisine. The Valasco Hut is known for its classic polenta concia.
The HI Valdeblore Youth Hostel - Le Chalet offers comfortable rooms, each equipped with a shower and toilet. It provides a relaxation area, TV room, laundry facilities, a multipurpose hall, a kindergarten, a park, and a car park. Guests can also enjoy a south-facing panoramic terrace overlooking the valley.
The Valasco Hut is particularly suitable for beginners and families, as it can be reached with an easy walk of about an hour from the Valdieri spa, or via a road accessible by bike. This makes it a great option for those seeking less strenuous routes.


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