Refuge Guido Rey

Refuge Guido Rey (1,761 m) was built as a military building in 1938. Since the 1950s it has been the property of the CAI (Club Alpin Italien), which began to use it as a refuge. The building was named Guido Rey in memory of the eponymous mountaineer, writer and photographer, dubbed "The Poet of the Mountains". The refuge is located in the commune of Oulx. It is a 45-minute walk from the village of Château Beaulard or around 1hr 30 mins from Beaulard. Surrounded by woodland and sheltered by the Massif de la Grand'Hoche, this is an ideal destination for hikers of all ages. In winter, you can enjoy a wide choice of snowshoeing and off-piste ski routes of varying difficulty. Today the refuge belongs to the CAI Uget de Turin and is run by Pierre and his team. There's a real family atmosphere here where all hikers can relax and feel right at home! Refuge Guido Rey can accommodate up to 20 guests in rooms sleeping 2 or 3 people, and, for bigger groups, there is has a large dining room (with seating for 15-20).

By road: France: Montgenèvre – Oulx – Beaulard/Château Beaulard. Italy: Turin motorway - Bardonecchia, exit Oulx Ovest - Beaulard/Château Beaulard. On foot: From Château Beaulard take the Sentiero Balcone (45 mins). From Beaulard walk up to the old town (1 hr 30). These trails can be followed in winter on snowshoes or off-piste skis.

Services

Half Board, Picnic, Upon reservation, Lunchtime meal, Evening meal, Breakfast, Free tap water, Hot water for Thermos, Bread for sale, Small groceries for sale

Services offered

Baggage transport, People transport, Dining area, Kitchen area, Paid for hot showers, Extra sheets, Weather information, Electricity (220v)

Facilities

Dining Area, Bar, Terrace, Bike and mountain bike storage area

Languages spoken

French, English, Italian

Reception

Animals welcome

Payment methods

Bank Card, Cash

Services located close by

Train, Taxi, Bakers, Grocers

The reservation is validated once the guard's response is received (not the automatic response)

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