Flavio Luca
Rifugio Balbieres
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Via Frutteri di Costigliole, 10 -
Cesana Torinese (TO)
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hills
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National identification codeCIN: IT001074B84SGJQRWZ
Regional identification codeCIR: 001074-RIF-00003
Category
Alpine hut
Rooms
5
Breakfast
included
Bathroom
Shared
Description
The Balbieres refuge is located in Piedmont, in the Upper Susa Valley, at an altitude of 1500 meters in the village of the same name within the municipality of Cesana Torinese.
You can reach Balbieres on foot via the dirt road to Desertes, which begins from the national road 24 of Monginevro.
From Turin and France, head towards Oulx - Cesana Torinese. At kilometer 84, you’ll find two access points to the road for Desertes on your right, where you can park your car.
Proceed in the direction of Desertes (about 100 meters from the access points, there are two additional parking spots, the last one before the bridge over the Dora River) and cross the bridge. After walking approximately 500 meters, ignore the left turn for Desert - Colletto Grigio - Fenils and continue along the wide dirt path.
After about 3 kilometers, take the right fork marked for the Balbieres hamlet. In 500 meters, at the upper part of the village, you will find the refuge. The entire route is well signposted with signs.
If you need assistance (for those with reduced mobility, strollers, elderly individuals, etc.), please contact the manager. Depending on service times, the refuge offers a free shuttle service or luggage transport.
The mountainous landscape features extensive areas of larch, ash, and maple forests, which cover 80% of the area and invite long walks to immerse yourself in nature. Encounters with local wildlife are not uncommon at sunset, as foxes and deer often visit, provided you maintain strict silence while waiting.
You can reach Balbieres on foot via the dirt road to Desertes, which begins from the national road 24 of Monginevro.
From Turin and France, head towards Oulx - Cesana Torinese. At kilometer 84, you’ll find two access points to the road for Desertes on your right, where you can park your car.
Proceed in the direction of Desertes (about 100 meters from the access points, there are two additional parking spots, the last one before the bridge over the Dora River) and cross the bridge. After walking approximately 500 meters, ignore the left turn for Desert - Colletto Grigio - Fenils and continue along the wide dirt path.
After about 3 kilometers, take the right fork marked for the Balbieres hamlet. In 500 meters, at the upper part of the village, you will find the refuge. The entire route is well signposted with signs.
If you need assistance (for those with reduced mobility, strollers, elderly individuals, etc.), please contact the manager. Depending on service times, the refuge offers a free shuttle service or luggage transport.
The mountainous landscape features extensive areas of larch, ash, and maple forests, which cover 80% of the area and invite long walks to immerse yourself in nature. Encounters with local wildlife are not uncommon at sunset, as foxes and deer often visit, provided you maintain strict silence while waiting.
Rooms and Rates
Conditions for pets staying in this facility:
Dogs, cats of medium-small size by prior agreement with the host
Kept on a leash; with pet passport; pets may not be left alone at the facility
Garden available
Pets stay free of charge
Features
Number of rooms with shared bathroom:
6
- Pets Allowed
- Historic House
- Romantic Atmosphere
- Garden
- Family
- Charm
- Heating
- Restaurant
- Ideal for trekking
- Near cycle paths
*Declared by the Innkeeper
Various information
- Pets allowed
- English speaker
- French speaker
House features
- Historic house
- Sharing areas available for guests
- Panoramic location
- Insured house
Air conditioning and heating systems of the house
- Certified systems
- Heating systems
- Double glazing or solar panels
Electric system
- Certified systems
- Emergency lights or fire exit directions
- Photovoltaic or other forms of renewable energy
Services of the house
- Garden
Facilities and services
Dogs, cats of medium-small size by prior agreement with the host
Kept on a leash; with pet passport; pets may not be left alone at the facility
Garden available
Pets stay free of charge
Location and surroundings
- Panoramic view
- Near (within 45 mins) train station / airport / port
Number of rooms
- Total number of rooms: 6
- Number of rooms with shared bathroom: 6
Bathroom facilities
- Bathrooms restored in the last 5 years
Furnishing
- Terrace / balcony
- Desk / table and chairs
Cleaning services
- Daily
Services
- Guides / maps / books available
- Local events calendar
- Discounts in local shops and restaurants for the guests
Holiday themes - the place
- Mountain
Holiday themes - town size
- Village - under 5000 in.
Holiday themes - area features
- Cultural events and arts exhibitions
- Wine and food attractions area
- Local crafts
- Located in country side or nature reserves
- Near ski facilities
Holiday themes - house features
- Charm
- Family
- Romantic atmosphere
Breakfast
Includes croissants, jam, honey, fresh bread, rusks, biscuits, fruit juice, and coffee or tea service. Enhanced breakfast supplement: for those who wish to add cold cuts, cheeses, and yogurt, there is a €5 surcharge.
Restaurant
The kitchen at Rifugio Balbieres offers dishes made with simple, carefully selected ingredients. The meals we prepare result from a meticulous choice of raw materials and high-quality suppliers. We thoughtfully source directly from trusted producers, including those from the high Susa Valley. Our cheeses and cured meats are locally produced and are used for charcuterie boards and various courses. The butcher provides meat, sausages, stews for polenta, and other traditional Piedmontese dishes. We rely on our trusted farmers for vegetables, sides, and soups. The flours come directly from the mill, which we use to create fresh pasta, steaming polenta, and desserts. Our pastries are crafted with care and creativity, and while the ice cream is artisanal, it is not made in-house. We strive, as much as possible, to prepare dishes for those with food intolerances. Rifugio Balbieres welcomes individuals, families, and groups, with the option to organize events and gatherings among friends. The menu changes according to the availability of seasonal products, adheres as closely as possible to Piedmontese tradition and mountain cuisine, and considers alternative dietary choices. It may include:
- Cold and hot appetizers
- First and second courses, soups, savory pies
- Polenta with meats, cheese, and vegetarian options
- Charcuterie boards
- Stuffed potatoes
- Afternoon snacks
- Sandwiches
- Desserts and artisanal ice creams.
- Cold and hot appetizers
- First and second courses, soups, savory pies
- Polenta with meats, cheese, and vegetarian options
- Charcuterie boards
- Stuffed potatoes
- Afternoon snacks
- Sandwiches
- Desserts and artisanal ice creams.
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I’m Luca, and I’ve been a mountain enthusiast since I was a child. I am a professional Wilderness Guide, a Nordic Walking instructor, and a youth mountaineering leader for the Italian Alpine Club (CAI). I am married to Sole and we have a son, Lorenzo—who is already quite the hiker! Our family is completed by three dogs we rescued from the street.
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Conditions
Check-in from 4:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Area hills
The Balbieres refuge is situated at an altitude of 1500 meters in the village of the same name within the municipality of Cesana Torinese. The mountainous landscape features vast areas of larch, ash, and maple forests, covering 80% of the land and encouraging long walks to immerse oneself in nature. Encounters with local wildlife, such as foxes and deer, are not uncommon at sunset, as long as one maintains strict silence while waiting.
Airports
- Turin Airport - Caselle 70 Km
- Cuneo Airport - Levaldigi 82 Km
Train Stations
- Oulx Train Station 5 Km
*Distances As The Crow Flies
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