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 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.

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.