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Refuge du Fond des Fours (2537m), Vanoise National Park

This refuge is open annually from mid-June to mid-September

Located in
Val d’Isere
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A great stop off on a long hike or a beautiful refuge if you are looking to get away from the crowds for a while. there are plenty of hiking trails in the area and lots of wildlife to enjoy.

The refuge consists of three adjoining chalets: 

  • refectory chalet - kitchen, bathrooms (two free unlimited water cold showers, two toilets, two sinks)
  • dormitory chalet - two dorm rooms that sleep 18 and 20
  • guardian's chalet - reserved for wardens, park rangers and mountain professionals

The refuge serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks - all home cooked using fresh local ingredients. Picnic lunches can be provided on request.

Bivouacking is allowed after 19:00 and the tent must be taken down before 08:00 (in July and August only). Places are limited and you'll need to book.

In winter the refuge is open but unstaffed and there is no running water.

The neighbourhood

There are plenty of hiking trails in the area and lots of wildlife to enjoy.

Directions

In Val d'Isère, take the road south to parking "Le Manchet". Then take the marked path to the east (550m climb).

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