Cabin du Plan de Gautier

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Cabane du Plan de Gautier

1,985m Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, France Write a review
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Cabane du Plan de Gautier sits at 1,985m in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, near Barcelonnette in the Parc National des Écrins. Reach it from the Ubaye Valley via the Plan de Gautier, typically a 2–3 hour hike depending on your starting point and route. The cabin serves as a base for traversing the limestone ridges and peaks of this remote corner of the southern Alps, with good access to Mont Pelat (3,051m) and the surrounding alpine terrain. The approach is straightforward but exposed in places; fit hill walkers manage it without difficulty.

The hut is a small, basic mountain refuge offering dormitory beds and simple meals. Capacity is around 25 people. You'll find a kitchen, emergency shelter, and water nearby. FFCAM (Fédération Française des Clubs Alpins et de Montagne) manages the hut and typically opens it seasonally from June to September. Conditions above 2,000m mean winter access is unpredictable. Bring a sleeping bag even in summer; the cabin offers minimal heating and is cold at night. Meals are communal or self-catering depending on guardian availability; check ahead.

Book directly through the FFCAM or contact the Barcelonnette section in advance. Summer weekends and July fill quickly—reserve 4–6 weeks ahead for peak season. The hut attracts serious hikers and mountaineers rather than casual day-walkers, so expect a quieter, more technical crowd. Bring cash for payment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August; this is a small, remote cabin with limited beds. Contact the Barcelonnette tourist office or park authorities for current booking details.
Open June to September, weather permitting; staffing varies by season, so confirm availability before visiting.
Approach from the Ubaye Valley via Plan de Gautier: a 2–3 hour hike depending on your starting point, with some exposed terrain.
A small mountain cabin with basic dormitory beds; bring a sleeping bag and expect minimal amenities—water is available but check on meals (likely none provided).
No—the approach involves exposed limestone terrain and navigation skills are essential; this is a mountaineering base for experienced hikers.

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44.3273, 6.5094
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Independent of the hut and its alpine club. We never book or hold beds — the reminder just tells you when to get in touch, with the hut's own contact details.

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