Refuge du Ruitor

The Refuge du Ruitor is a mountain hut (refuge de montagne) located at an altitude of 2,035 metres on the Plateau de la Sassière, at the foot of the Tête du Ruitor in the French Alps. It is an old alpine chalet that was first restored in 1974 by the Club alpin français, at which time it offered 16 places. It was subsequently renovated by its owners in 1989. The refuge provides blankets, mattresses, gas, and heating. It is a stopover for hikers and mountaineers exploring the Savoie region and the surrounding glaciers. The hut is accessible via trails and offers panoramic views of the Ruitor glacier and the surrounding peaks. It operates seasonally with periods of guardianship (gardiennage), during which a guardian is present. The refuge maintains a website with practical information, webcams, and a booking system for available places. It is a private establishment, not part of a large chain, and is typically used by outdoor enthusiasts. The refuge does not accept dogs for overnight stays during guardianship periods. During the COVID-19 pandemic, specific health protocols were implemented, including a mandatory form and charter for visitors.

The Refuge du Ruitor is an old alpine chalet that was restored for the first time in 1974 by the Club alpin français (French Alpine Club). At that time, it provided 16 places for hikers and mountaineers. In 1989, the refuge was renovated by its owners. The hut is situated at 2,035 metres on the Plateau de la Sassière, at the foot of the Tête du Ruitor. It has been a stopover point for those exploring the Ruitor glacier and the surrounding alpine terrain. The refuge is equipped with blankets, mattresses, gas, and heating. It operates with seasonal guardianship periods, during which a guardian is present to manage the facility. The refuge maintains an official website that provides information on access, a map, panorama, location, and contact details, as well as webcams showing the glacier, plateau, and valley. It also offers a planning of available places. During the COVID-19 pandemic, special measures were implemented, requiring each group to print and sign a COVID-19 form and charter before visiting. The refuge does not accept dogs for overnight stays during guardianship periods.

• 1989

  Renovation by the owners.

• 1974

  First restoration by the Club alpin français, offering 16 places.

A rustic, privately owned alpine refuge offering basic but essential shelter and services for hikers and mountaineers in the Savoie Alps.

• Dormitory accommodation

  Overnight stays in a mountain hut with blankets and mattresses.

• Half-board meals

  Meals provided by the guardian during guardianship periods.

• Webcam services

  Live views of the glacier, plateau, and valley.

1. 1Accueil Refuge du Ruitorruitor.com
2. 2Refuge du Ruitor - Wikidatawikidata.org
3. 3Refuge du Ruitor - Wikipédiafr.wikipedia.org