During the summer, we welcome you 5 minutes past the last stop of the "Combe de Pierre Noire" shuttle.
Our vacation advisors will be on hand to provide information on hiking trailheads, shuttle schedules, activities, and more...

In the event of a weather alert (thunderstorms, etc.), the shuttles will not be running, and our summer information desk will be temporarily closed. In that case, please visit our vacation advisors in St. Christophe.

With its bold architecture, perched at the bottom of the Selle valley, this warm and welcoming place welcomes mountaineers, climbers and hikers approaching the glacier.
The refuge is also guarded in spring for ski mountaineering.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Start: Parking des Prés (1475 m)
Difference in altitude: 1,173 m
Round trip time: 4h one way, 3h return
Distance: 8.2 km

The refuge is located at the end of the Vallon du Diable, an absolutely grandiose mineral site. Since 1878, once you're up there, it's time to relax: aperitifs in the setting sun, card games with your companions for the evening and good food. Ideal for preparing for the next day's race!

SPRING
ski touring

SUMMER
All-day dining. Home-made desserts.
Things to do from the refuge: mountaineering, climbing, hiking.
Reservations strongly advised

In summer, you may come across herds of cattle grazing in alpine pastures, so avoid them wherever possible.

WINTER
Off-piste from La Grave and Les Deux Alpes
Ice cascades in the valley
The old refuge is used as a "winter refuge" outside the guarding season: 12 places with woollen blankets, some crockery, no water, no gas, no heating, no electricity and no toilet.

Please leave this area clean, take your garbage downstairs, and close the windows and doors! If you have any problems, please call the janitor on 06.03.49.39.98!

At the end of your ascent to the refuge, you can relax on the sunny terrace, sipping a juice or a draught beer and enjoying the exceptional view over the Étages valley.
From the refuge, you can then access numerous climbing routes.

Le Soreiller has a capacity of 70 places divided into different dormitories.
In winter, the refuge has 20 places.

In summer, you'll come across herds of cattle in the mountain pastures, so avoid them wherever possible.

The Vallon of Etançons is a mecca for ski touring enthusiasts. There are routes perfect both for beginners and those looking for a higher Alpine experience.
Some skiers enjoy day trips out, returning to the hut, whilst others stay for a night on the Tour de la Meije. The wardens are able to accompany you on your ski tours. Hikers can also enjoy the valley by snowshoeing up to the hut, either as a day trip or staying overnight.

Accessible to families with children aged over 7.
Lunches served.

Period of opening : From 26/03 to 08/05, daily.

From 10/05 to 02/06/2022, daily.

From 04/06 to 05/06/2022, every Saturday and Sunday.

From 11/06 to 11/09/2022, daily.

Dates to be confirmed. Subject to snow conditions. Canceled or closed.

Prices : From 06/09 to 10/09/2021
Night: 8 €
Child rate per night : 8 €
CAF member rate per night: 8 €
Group rate per night: 8 €.

From 14/09/2021 to 23/03/2022
Night: 8 €
Child rate per night : 8 €
CAF member rate per night: 8 €
Group rate per night: 8 €.

From 26/03 to 08/05/2022
Night: 10.40 to 20.80 €
Child rate per night : 11.45 €
CAF member rate per night: 5.20 to 10.40 €
Breakfast: 8 €
Dinner: 20 €
Half board (pp): 36.45 to 48.80 €
Group rate per night: from 16.65 €
Picnic to take away: 10 €
Tourist taxes: 0.80 €.

From 10/05 to 02/06/2022
Night: 8 €
Child rate per night : 8 €
CAF member rate per night: 8 €
Group rate per night: 8 €.

From 04/06 to 05/06/2022
Night: 10.40 to 20.80 €
Child rate per night : 11.45 €
CAF member rate per night: 5.20 to 10.40 €
Breakfast: 8 €
Half board (pp): 36.45 to 48.80 €
Group rate per night: from 16.65 €
Picnic to take away: 10 €
Tourist taxes: 0.80 €.

From 11/06 to 11/09/2022
Night: 10.40 to 20.80 €
Child rate per night : 11.45 €
CAF member rate per night: 5.20 to 10.40 €
Breakfast: 8 €
Half board (pp): 36.45 to 48.80 €
Group rate per night: from 16.65 €
Picnic to take away: 10 €
Tourist taxes: 0.80 €.

From 14/09/2022 to 23/03/2023
Night: 8 €
Child rate per night : 8 €
CAF member rate per night: 8 €
Group rate per night: 8 €.

Free entry for children < 8 years.
Child entry valid for 8 - 18 years.
Group rate available for > 9 people.

Tariff and discounts available at http://refugechatelleret.ffcam.fr/tarifs.html
Heating fee in addition winter.

Tax not included.
Access : An easy path leads to the hut in about 2 hrs and then continues towards Refuge du Promontoire.
This is the starting point for many mountaineering routes, including the Col and Tête du Replat and the Pic Nord des Cavales.
As the hut is inside the National Park; dogs are NOT permitted, even if they are on leash.

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.