Refuge de Longon – GR5 Mountain Refuge Stay | Self Guided Travel
High passes, remote valleys and exposed Alpine terrain define this section of the GR5 — Refuge de Longon provides essential mountain accommodation for walkers crossing the Haute Tinée within Mercantour National Park.
Positioned directly on the GR5 and accessible only on foot, this high-mountain refuge offers simple, functional accommodation designed to support self-guided walking holidays and multi-day hiking journeys through the southern French Alps. It is a place to rest, refuel, and continue — not a destination stay, but a vital part of long-distance travel.
Accommodation is communal and purpose-built, reflecting the traditions of Alpine refuge culture. Facilities are basic but reliable, providing shelter, meals, and overnight rest in an otherwise remote section of the route where alternatives are limited.
Refuge de Longon is best suited to experienced walkers and hikers undertaking demanding Alpine stages, where distance, altitude, and weather shape each day’s progress.
Why Stay Here
- Directly located on the GR5 long-distance route
- Essential overnight stop in the Haute Tinée
- Situated within Mercantour National Park
- Accessible only on foot
- Designed specifically for multi-day walking and hiking journeys
Good to Know
- Accommodation type: Mountain refuge
- Access: On foot only
- Facilities: Simple, communal, purpose-built for walkers
- Best season: June to September (weather dependent)
- Booking: Advance booking recommended during peak season
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