Refuge de Plan du Lac (2385m), Vanoise National Park
Situated deep in the Vanoise National Park, this refuge is open all year round
A great location for hikers during the summer months and those more adventurous hikers and mountaineers in the winter.
Open all year round they can supply toilet facilities, showers, a covered picnic area and waste management.
Summer
The refuge sleeps 42 people in seven bedrooms that sleep four in each, a dorm for six and another for eight. blankets and pillows are provided, but for hygiene reasons you must bring or rent your own sheet or sleeping bag liner.
Winter
The refuge is unguarded. There are 20 beds available with duvets and pillows, a kitchen with gas and utensils, a wood stove and wood. You pay for your stay upon your return via the payment platform.
The refuge serves local dishes made from traditional regional produce and picnic lunches can be provided on request.
Bivouacking
Whilst bivouacking in the Vanoise National Park isn't allowed you may pitch your tent on the dedicated area by the refuge during the guard period - you will need to book and pay for this in advance as places are limited and regulated. Tent pitching is from 19:00 until 08:00 and you must be self-sufficient with your camping equipment. You will get access to the picnic room and toilets, plus you can take advantage of half-board facilities.
Things to do nearby
Things To Do in Val d’Isere
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EMTB on snow
Located in Val d’Isere
Try something new this winter with a guided e-bike session on snow (from eight years old). Join a sunrise ride above Val d’Isère or hire an electric bike in the afternoon and head off on your own adventure.
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Wilderness Evening & Fondue Dinner
Located in Val d’Isere
An evening adventure in the woods of Les Boisses, Tignes
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Paragliding Flights
Located in Val d’Isere
See the village and mountains from a different perspective and fly with the eagles.
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Guided snowshoe hikes
Located in Val d’Isere
Discover the charm of snowshoeing and venture to parts of the mountains even skiers don't go.
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Biathlon lessons
Located in Val d’Isere
Biathlon is an Olympic sport which combines different techniques and strengths. Bringing together two different sports, cross country skiing and shooting. Give it a go in Val d'Isère.
Restaurants nearby
Restaurants in Val d’Isere
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La Cucùcina Restaurant
Located in Val d’Isere
Located at the top of the Daille bubble, within the celebrated La Folie Douce hotspot, enjoy gourmet Italian cuisine prepared by a renowned chef and his Italian team.
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La Petite Cuisine Restaurant
Located in Val d’Isere
La Petite Cuisine is La Folie Douce's gourmet-quality, canteen-style restaurant. They serve a perfect mix of high-class local cuisine in a friendly, family atmosphere.
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La Fruitière Restaurant, Val d'Isère - Bellevarde
Located in Val d’Isere
Located at the top of the Daille bubble, within the celebrated La Folie Douce après-ski and gourmet hotspot, La Fruitière serves delicious modern dishes based on traditional flavours.
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La Baraque Restaurant, Val d'Isère centre
Located in Val d’Isere
Restaurant open with live music in the winter season. They serve classic French cuisine.
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Le Garage Restaurant
Located in Val d’Isere
Restaurant offering comforting, relaxed dining with homemade burgers, pizzas, chips and desserts.
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Le Coin Savoyard Restaurant
Located in Val d’Isere
Le Coin Savoyard is a gastronomic restaurant at the five-star hotel Les Balmes de l'Ours.
Sights nearby
Sights in Val d'Isere
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Vanoise National Park
Located 6.1 km away
The Vanoise National Park is one of the highlights of the Tarentaise region.
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La Maison de Val
Located 15.7 km away
Community space with libraries, cinema, free WiFi and exhibitions about local history.
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Musee Val d’Histoire, Val d'Isère centre
Located 16.0 km away
Opened in December 2017 and located in the heart of Val d'Isère, the renovated Maison de Val hosts a museum dedicated to the history of the area.
Lifts/Pistes nearby
Ski Lifts/Areas & Skipass Offices in Val d'Isere
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Val d'Isere Ski Pass Office
Located 15.6 km away
In the heart of the skiing action at the bottom of the pistes is the lift pass office/kiosk in Val d'Isere.
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Val d'isere Centre Ski Pass Office - (STVI)
Located 15.9 km away
Located in the centre of the town and near to the Hotel Le Brussels and English medical centre is this lift pass office.
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La Daille Ski Pass Office
Located 16.1 km away
Located at the La Daille Funival close to the bus stop in La Daille, you can collect lift passes and lift information.
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Le Fornet Ski Pass Office
Located 18.0 km away
Inside the Le Fornet cable car building you will find this lift pass kiosk.
Towns nearby
Towns & Villages in Val d'Isere
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Le Joseray, Le Chatelard and Le Leggettaz
Located 15.2 km away
This group of hamlets and streets is a beautiful part of Val d'Isère. Located through the tunnel from the centre of the village, and situated either side of the river you will find beautiful chalets, hotels and apartments lining the streets and nestled into the mountains with excellent views of the Val d'Isère valley.
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Le Crêt
Located 16.0 km away
Le Crêt is a small traditional hamlet of Val d'Isère that is surrounded by beautiful mountains and offers excellent views over Val d'Isère itself. Old converted farmhouses that have been restored to an excellent standard make up this small part of the region.
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Val d'Isère centre
Located 16.0 km away
Val d'Isère centre is an array of lovely shops, restaurants, chalets, hotels and apartments. This bustling village centre is nestled into the valley, complete with classic chalet-style hotels and buildings constructed with stone and wood giving the centre a traditional and warm feel.
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La Daille
Located 16.2 km away
La Daille has an excellent regular bus service that takes you straight to the centre of the Val d'Isère village in less than 10 minutes. If on foot the walk will take around half an hour and it can make for a lovely stroll with the spectacular mountains that sit either side of the valley.
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Le Fornet
Located 17.7 km away
Le Fornet village is full of delightful chic chalets that are built in the traditional Savoyard wood and stone style lending a classic rustic feel to the village.
Directions
Access from the Bellecombe car park is an easy 30-minute walk, and a paid shuttle will drop you off right outside our door if needed.