Refuge de Fontanalbe

  • Refuge
Elevation : 2018m
Hameau de Castérino, 06430 Tende
Mountain refuge in the heart of the Mercantour National Park, located in the Fontanalba valley, one of the two valleys containing the famous rock engravings of Mont Bego, along with those of Les Merveilles.
In the heart of the mélézin, at an altitude of 2018 meters, the 1939 building belonging to the Ski Club de Nice is revealed. Recently renovated and re-opened in 2019, the refuge, and its janitor Pauline, offers the ideal setting for hikes of all levels, inviting you to explore the valley at your own pace. The bivouac area is just a few steps away, allowing you to extend your experience by taking advantage of the refuge's facilities and services.

Services

Services

Pedestrian sports
Hike on foot
Heating
Pay shower
Bunk beds
Fireplace / Wood burning stove
Restaurant
Covered picnic area
Board games
Terrace
Sustainable development
Waste management

Rates

Rates

From 6 June 2026 to 27 September 2026

From 6 June 2026 to 27 September 2026
Night
From €15.00 to €22.00

Half board (pp)
€55.50

Full board (pp)
€66.50

Group rate per night
€18.00

See additional prices on the refuge website.

Payment methods

Payment methods

Payment methods

CheckCheck
CashCash

Capacity

Capacity

35 Person(s)

Groups (Max capacity)

Groups (Max capacity)
  • 35 Maximum number of people

Openings

Openings

From 6 June 2026 until 27 September 2026 - Open everyday

Open 24/24
Dates to be confirmed

Location

Location

Refuge de Fontanalbe
Elevation : 2018m
Hameau de Castérino, 06430 Tende

Spoken languages

Spoken languages
  • Italian
  • English
  • French

Environment

Environment
  • Mountain location
  • High mountain
Updated on 19 January 2026 at 14:25
by Office de Tourisme Menton, Riviera & Merveilles
(Offer identifier : 4742680)
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