The Tour du Mont Blanc is a unique trek of more than 170 km around Mont Blanc that can be completed in between 7 and 10 days passing through Italy, Switzerland and France.
Hikers, climbers and mountaineers will greatly appreciate stop overs offered by refuges and gites along the Tour du Mont Blanc.
Hikers, climbers and mountaineers will greatly appreciate stop overs offered by refuges and gites along the Tour du Mont Blanc.
Rifugio G. Bertone
( 2000 m )
COURMAYEUR (Italy)
Capacity : 60 persons
Open from 15th June 2025 until 20h September 2025.
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Refuge open
Refuge fully-booked
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Refuge not bookable online. Contact the shelter
Giorgio Bertone Refuge can be found 2000 metres above sea level in the Val d'Aoste located in the Pennine Alps in the town of Courmayeur. Situated in the North Eastern section of the residential area in front of Mont Blanc, it can be found on the Alta Via 1 public footpath in the Val d'Aoste.The refuge was built in 1982 in memory of the climber Giorgio Bertone who died in a plane crash on Mont Blanc du Tacul in 1977.It is possible to get to the refuge by taking a scenic trip from Plampincieux at the start of Val Ferret.We recommend stopping at the viewing station where there is an unrivalled viewOtherwise, you can get to the refuge from Courmayeur via the Val Sapin.
Services
Half Board, Picnic, Lunchtime meal, Evening meal, BreakfastServices offered
Paid for hot showers, Extra sheets, Weather information, Electricity (220v)Facilities
Bar, TerraceLanguages spoken
French, English, ItalianPayment methods
Cash1) Via le Val Ferret, set out from the bridge just before Plampincieux where there is a sign showing the route towards Refuge Bertone trail no 31: a two hour journey. An evocative and scenic route along Le Grand Balcon footpath offering unparalleled views of Mont Blanc the whole way. Ideal for families with children and for taking fantastic photos!2) Via le Val Sapin, set out from the Villair Superiore area of Courmayeur via trail no 42: a 1 and a half hour journey along a slightly steeper trail for more experienced hikers.
Prices summer 2025
Half-Board in dormitory 1 = 70 € (Dinner, overnight, breakfast)
Half-Board in dormitory 2 = 70 €
Half-Board in room with linen = 100 €
Half-Board in room = 80 €
Tourists tax = ? €
Picnic = 12 €
Half-Board in dormitory 1 = 70 € (Dinner, overnight, breakfast)
Half-Board in dormitory 2 = 70 €
Half-Board in room with linen = 100 €
Half-Board in room = 80 €
Tourists tax = ? €
Picnic = 12 €
Check-in starts at 16.00 and check-out at 8.00
We also remind you that you must have your own bedroll or sleeping bag, slippers, towel and bathroom kit.
We also remind you that you must have your own bedroll or sleeping bag, slippers, towel and bathroom kit.
