Located in the heart of the Ecrins National Park, the village of St Christophe en Oisans has a remarkable natural heritage. Each valley is original and offers magnificent views of the mythical summits such as La Meije, Les Écrins or La Dibona.
Many leisure activities are available in summer (hiking, glacier hiking, mountaineering, via-ferrata, white water, fishing...) as well as in winter (ice climbing, ski touring, off-piste skiing from Les 2 Alpes...).

Period of opening : Two information offices are at your service in the town:

- all year round in St Christophe:
* From June 1 to September 30, every day:
¤ June & September: from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
¤ July & August: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

* During school holidays, from Sunday to Friday:
¤ from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

* Outside these periods, permanence during the week:
¤ by email, phone or by appointment.

- in Summer at La Bérarde:
* from June 1 to mid-June: weekends from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & from 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
* from mid-June to the end of June: every day from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & from 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
* July & August: every day from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & from 3:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
* 1st to mid-September: every day from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & from 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
* from mid-September to the end of September: weekends from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & from 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Located in the heart of the Ecrins National Park, the village of St Christophe en Oisans has a remarkable natural heritage. Each valley is original and offers magnificent views of the mythical summits such as La Meije, Les Écrins or La Dibona.
Many leisure available: hiking, glacier trekking, mountaineering, via ferrata, rafting, fishing.

Period of opening : OOPEN IN SUMMER TO LA BERARDE:
* from June 1 to mid-June: weekends from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & from 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
* from mid-June to the end of June: every day from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & from 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
* July & August: every day from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & from 3:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
* 1st to mid-September: every day from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & from 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
* from mid-September to the end of September: weekends from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & from 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The rest of the year there is a mail and telephone service at the St Christophe village information office.

The Alpe du Pin is a lesser-known hut that fills your heart with cheer, clears your mind... and exercises your calf muscles! You can count on a warm welcome and great food provided by the wardens, Carine and Judith.
The refuge is situated on a magnificent belvedere. It's a steady, but beautiful climb up to the hut, through unspoilt natural surroundings.
Activities around the hut include further hikes, such as to the Lac de Mariande, the Lac de Salude and the Col de Mariande.
There are also mountaineering opportunities, including the Tête de Lauranoure, the Col de la Haute Pisse...and rock-climbing with great routes such as the Pierroux and the Cascade.
The hut was built in 1947 and has kept its modest origins through the decades, although it has made reasonable adjustments to meet the level of comfort expected today.
A range of snacks is available throughout the day.

Period of opening : From 05/06 to 26/09.

Prices : Night: 14 to 17 €
Child rate per night: 14 €
Breakfast: 6.50 to 7.50 €
Dinner: 15 to 18 €
Half board (pp): 43 €
Half-board (child): 35.50 to 39.50 €
Group rate per night: 15 €
Picnic to take away: 11 €.

Free entry for subscribers.

Free accommodation for children under 5.

Out of season: 10 € / night / person, to hand in La Cordée.

Tax not included.

Good plans : As you climb, take a break to read the story.
Events are scheduled at the hut throughout the summer season in the daytime or in the evening and include various activities for children.
Access : The hut is a 1 1/2 hour walk up from Les Granges, a hamlet located below Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans.
It is not inside the National Park, so dogs are permitted on a leash.

The Vallon de la Selle is dominated by this stunning refuge which offers panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. Whether you are a mountaineer, a climber or a hill walker, you will always find a hearty welcome at the hut.
Le refuge est situé au bout du Vallon du Diable, un site minéral absolument grandiose. Depuis 1878, une fois arrivé là-haut, place à la détente : apéro au soleil couchant, parties de cartes entre compagnons d'un soir et bons petits plats. Idéal pour préparer la course du lendemain en toute quiétude !

ETE :
Restauration à toute heure. Desserts maison.
A faire depuis le refuge : Alpinisme, escalade, randonnée
Réservation fortement conseillée

HIVER
Hors pistes depuis la Grave et les Deux Alpes
Cascades de glaces dans le vallon
L'ancien refuge fait office de "refuge d'hiver" en dehors de la saison de gardiennage : 12 places avec couvertures en laine, un peu de vaisselle, pas d'eau, pas de gaz, pas de chauffage ni électricité ni wc.
Merci de laisser cet endroit propre, de redescendre vos déchets, et de bien refermer fenêtres et porte ! Si problème merci de prévenir rapidement la gardienne au 06.03.49.39.98 !

PRINTEMPS
ski de randonnée

Period of opening : From 11/06 to 11/09, daily.

From 02/04 to 08/05/2022, daily.

Prices : From 02/04 to 08/05/2022
Night: 10 €.

From 11/06 to 11/09/2022
Night: 21 €
Child rate per night: 11 €
Half board (pp): 49 €
Half-board (child): 39 €.


Tax not included.
Access : 3 1/2 hr walk from the hamlet called Les Prés just above Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans.
The hut faces the Glacier de la Selle and is located at the foot of the Râteau.
Some sections of the footpath to the hut are inside the park; dogs are NOT permitted.

Marielle and Quentin will be delighted to welcome you to the Soreiller hut, nestled at an altitude of 2720 m at the foot of the Aiguille Dibona, an extraordinary granite sculpture on the Oisans skyline.
After your climb up to the hut, you can enjoy food at any time of the day, especially the homemade desserts! Take advantage of the sunny terrace and deckchairs to relax and admire the outstanding view of the Etages valley.
The hut is a starting point for many climbing routes.
Le Soreiller sleeps 74 in a range of dormitories:
In winter, there is a single 20-person dormitory open.

Period of opening : From 04/06 to 08/10.

Prices : Night: 20 €
Child rate per night (18 years): 10 €
CAF member rate per night: 16 €
Breakfast: 8 €
Dinner: 21 €
Half board (pp): 52 €
Group rate per night: 16 €
Shower: 2 €
Picnic to take away: 10 €.

Group rate available for > 8 people.

Tax not included.

Good plans : Experienced walkers can walk to the hut by the Montagne d'en Bas path before descending by the normal path to complete a satisfying circuit.
Access : 3 hr walk from Les Etages.
As it is not inside the National Park, dogs are allowed on leash but must be kept under control since many flocks of sheep graze in the area.

Located at the foot of La Meije and Les Ecrins, the Chalet Alpin de La Bérarde mountain lodge is set among one of the largest Alpine massifs, in the heart of the Ecrins National Park.
Many generations of mountaineers have visited the village of La Bérarde in the wake of Pierre Gaspard who made the first ascent of La Meije. This comfortable and cosy chalet is an integral part of this unique village. You can leave your car behind and indulge yourself in walking, climbing, skiing or just relaxing.

Period of opening : From 25/03 to 22/05, daily.

From 03/06 to 11/09, daily.

Dates to be confirmed. Canceled or closed.

Prices : From 25/03 to 22/05/2022 (High season)
Night: 19 €
Child rate per night : 15.20 €
CAF member rate per night: 7.60 to 13.30 €
Half board (pp): 43.70 to 47.50 €
Group rate per night: 9.50 to 15.20 €
Picnic to take away: 11 €
Tourist taxes: 0.80 €.

From 03/06 to 11/09/2022 (High season)
Night: 19 €
Child rate per night : 15.20 €
CAF member rate per night: 7.60 to 13.30 €
Half board (pp): 43.70 to 47.50 €
Group rate per night: 9.50 to 15.20 €
Picnic to take away: 11 €
Tourist taxes: 0.80 €.

Free entry for children < 3 years.
Child entry valid for 4 - 17 years.
Group rate available for > 9 people.

For information on tariff, discounts and bookings, please visit http://chaletlaberarde.ffcam.fr/tarifs.html

Spring season: 2€ additional heating per night.

Tax not included.

Good plans : Ideal base camp for climbing the big races of the Ecrins.
Access : Depending on snow conditions, the road may be closed to traffic in the winter between Champhorent and La Bérarde, and as a consequence, the hamlets of Les Etages and La Bérarde may not be accessible by car. The road opens towards the end of March when the Chalet de la Bérarde reopens for the ski-mountaineering season.

Located in the centre of Saint-Christophe, just a stone's throw from the moving cemetery where the famous mountain guides from La Bérarde and the Vénéon are buried, the Museum is a must-see for all mountain lovers.
In this high perched - and, some would say, somewhat remote - village, the museum focuses on the core subject of high-mountains. A 400m² exhibition area located in the heart of the mountains depicts the history of Alpine mountaineering, together with the strong emotions of this sport, synonymous with adventure and liberty.
Explore this high-altitude world via the adventures of the pioneering mountaineers and the early guides, such as Gaspard, the very first person to climb the Meije. Climb up onto these renowned peaks alongside the very first women mountaineers. Lastly, the temporary exhibition takes you on a trip inside the ice.
LABEL : The museum is a member of the "Route des Savoir-Faire de l'Oisans".

Period of opening : From 01/06 to 30/09, daily.
June and september: 10am - 12.30pm / 2pm - 6pm.
July and august: 9.30am - 12.30pm / 2.30pm - 6pm.

- Open during the school holidays:
Tuesdays from 2pm to 5pm
Thursdays from 2pm to 5pm

For the remainder of the year :
By appointment

Prices : Full price: 3 €
Group adults: 2.50 €.

Free entry for children < 18 years, Job-seeker, disabled people.
Group rate available for > 10 people.

Good plans : Visit and afternoon tea every Thursday during school holidays in July and August.