Mountain huts in France

11 mountain destinations in France offer mountain huts on Alpe Match, mainly in winter, spring, summer and autumn. Compare them by altitude, season and price level, and see the services available in each destination.

11 destinations compared

DestinationVillage altitudeMax altitudeHiking trailsSeasonPrice levelServices
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
1,030 m4,807 m350 kmWinter, Spring, Summer, Autumn€€€€4
Bonneval-sur-Arc
Savoie
1,759 m3,642 m60 kmWinter, Spring, Summer–3
Alpe d'Huez
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
1,850 m3,330 m250 kmSpring, Summer, Autumn€€€2
La Grave
Alte Alpi
1,497 m3,983 m200 kmSpring, Summer, Autumn–1
Megève
Rhône-Alpes
1,027 m2,485 m150 kmWinter, Summer–1
Samoëns
Haute-Savoie
720 m2,500 m900 kmSpring, Summer, Autumn–1
Cauterets
Hautes-Pyrénées
500 m3,300 m200 kmSummer, Autumn–2
La Clusaz
Aravis Valley
1,040 m2,600 m200 kmSummer, Winter––
Les Deux Alpes
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
1,650 m3,600 m200 kmSummer, Autumn€€€1
Tignes & Val d'Isère
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
1,550 m3,599 m200 kmWinter, Spring, Summer, Autumn–1
Val Thorens
Les 3 Vallées
2,300 m3,230 m40 kmWinter–1
Compare Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Bonneval-sur-Arc, Alpe d'Huez

Mountain huts in each destination

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France
Mountain Refuges
  • Refuge de LognanWinter, Summer

    A traditional alpine refuge situated at an altitude of 1,970m on the Grands Montets massif, offering a vital stop for mountaineers and hikers. While part of a ski domain, it's accessible via summer hiking trails and…

  • Refuge du GoûterSummer, Spring, Autumn

    The highest guarded mountain hut in France, located at 3,835m on the normal route to Mont Blanc. A modern, environmentally-friendly structure providing essential shelter for mountaineers attempting the summit. Offers…

  • Lac Blanc Hiking Trail & RefugeSummer, Autumn

    One of the most iconic and rewarding day hikes in the Chamonix Valley, leading to the stunning Lac Blanc at 2352m within the Aiguilles Rouges Nature Reserve. The trail offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Mont…

  • Refuge du Plan de l'AiguilleSummer, Autumn

    Perched at 2207 meters, this mountain refuge is a significant staging post for climbers and hikers accessing the Aiguille du Midi's middle station. It offers basic, dormitory-style accommodation and simple, hearty…

Full guide to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Bonneval-sur-Arc

Savoie, France
Historic Mountain RefugesRefuge stays
  • Refuge de l'OuillettaWinter, Summer, Spring

    A high-altitude mountain refuge accessible during summer via hiking trails and in winter via ski touring, offering basic accommodation and meals. Situated at approximately 2500m, it provides a vital stopover for…

  • Espace Bien-être 'Le Refuge du Corps' (Wellness & Massage)Winter, Summer

    A small, intimate wellness space offering relaxation and therapeutic services. 'Le Refuge du Corps' focuses on bespoke treatments, including various types of massages (sports, relaxing, deep tissue), often using local…

  • Refuge du CarroWinter, Summer, Spring

    A historic mountain refuge (CAF - Club Alpin Français) located at 2759m, accessible by hiking from Bonneval-sur-Arc (approx. 3-4 hours walk). It offers dormitory-style accommodation, a guarded hut service with meals…

Full guide to Bonneval-sur-Arc

Alpe d'Huez

Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France
Mountain Huts
  • Refuge de la FareSummer, Autumn, Spring

    A traditional mountain hut located at 2,283 meters in a stunning natural setting, offering basic but authentic accommodation for hikers and mountaineers. Provides dormitory beds, communal meals (often local…

  • High Mountain Refuge AccommodationSummer, Autumn

    For adventurers seeking an authentic mountain experience, several unlisted high mountain refuges around the Grandes Rousses massif offer basic accommodation and meals. These typically require bookings well in advance,…

Full guide to Alpe d'Huez

La Grave

Alte Alpi, France
Mountain RefugesRefuges
  • Refuge du GoléonSummer, Spring, Autumn

    A charming and rustic high-mountain refuge located at 2465m altitude, offering breathtaking views of the Aiguilles d'Arves and the Lac du Goléon. Accessible via a demanding hike, it serves as a base for mountaineers and…

Full guide to La Grave

Megève

Rhône-Alpes, France
Mountain Refuges
  • Refuge du ChristometWinter, Summer

    Perched at an altitude of 1,889 meters in the Christomet sector, Refuge du Christomet offers a traditional mountain hut experience with spectacular panoramic views of the Mont Blanc range and the Aravis. Accessible via…

Full guide to Megève

Samoëns

Haute-Savoie, France
Mountain refuges
  • Bostan Refuge (Refuge de Bostan)Summer, Spring, Autumn

    Perched at 1780 meters altitude, the Refuge de Bostan is a traditional mountain hut offering basic overnight accommodation and hearty meals for hikers and trekkers. Located in the beautiful cirque of Bostan, it provides…

Full guide to Samoëns

Cauterets

Hautes-Pyrénées, France
  • Refuge des Oulettes de GaubeSummer, Autumn

    A high-altitude mountain refuge nestled at the foot of the magnificent Vignemale massif, offering basic but essential accommodation for hikers and mountaineers exploring the Pyrenees National Park. Located near the Lac…

  • Refuge Wallon-MarcadauSummer, Autumn

    A historic and authentic mountain refuge located at 1,865 meters altitude in the stunning Marcadau Valley, accessible by a several-hour hike from Pont d'Espagne. This refuge offers basic dormitory accommodation, hearty…

Full guide to Cauterets

Les Deux Alpes

Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France
  • Refuge de la MuzelleSummer, Autumn

    A historic mountain refuge nestled by the serene Lac de la Muzelle, offering basic but comfortable accommodation for hikers and mountaineers. Accessible via a challenging 2-3 hour hike from Venosc, it provides bunk…

Full guide to Les Deux Alpes

Val Thorens

Les 3 Vallées, France
  • Hotel Pashmina le RefugeWinter

    A luxurious 5-star hotel offering ski-in/ski-out access and an exquisite mountain experience. Located directly on the slopes, Hotel Pashmina boasts elegant rooms, suites, and unique 'Igloo-Lodges' on the rooftop for a…

Full guide to Val Thorens

Frequently asked questions

Where can you go mountain huts in France?

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Bonneval-sur-Arc, Alpe d'Huez, La Grave, Megève and Samoëns, among 11 destinations offer mountain huts according to Alpe Match data.

When is the season for mountain huts?

Based on the services listed in each destination, mountain huts is mainly available in winter, spring, summer and autumn. Dates vary every year: check with local operators.

Which mountain huts destination reaches the highest altitude in France?

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, with a maximum altitude of 4,807 m.

Mountain huts in France: 11 destinations compared | Alpe Match