Cabin Supérieure de l'Aupette

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Cabane Supérieure de l'Aupette

Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, France Write a review

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Cabane Supérieure de l'Aupette sits at 2,840m in the Parc National des Écrins, in the remote Aupette Valley east of Briançon. Most hikers approach from the hamlet of Pelvoux or via the Vallon de la Selle, which takes 4–5 hours on foot. This is serious Alpine terrain: the cabin lies on the approach to peaks over 3,500m and serves mountaineers targeting the Chaîne de l'Aupette. Winter access is rarely reliable. The setting is exposed and windy—come prepared for mountain weather.

The cabin is small and basic, run by the FFCAM with capacity for around 15 people in dormitory bunks. There is no full kitchen or shower facilities. Water comes from snowmelt or mountain streams. The guardian opens seasonally from June to September, depending on snow conditions and demand. Half-board is available: simple evening meals and breakfast included. This is a true mountaineer's refuge, not a hotel. Arrive with a headtorch; the cabin sits in shadow most of the year.

Book directly through the FFCAM by telephone or email several weeks in advance for July and August. The cabin fills quickly during the main season and the approach is weather-dependent, so confirm conditions before setting out. Most users are members of alpine clubs or guided parties. Solo bookings are accepted but less common.

Frequently Asked Questions

Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August; this is a small, remote cabin with limited capacity and no phone service, so contact the Pelvoux town hall or Parc National des Écrins office in advance to confirm availability and access conditions.
The cabin is typically open and staffed June through September; winter access is unreliable due to snow and exposure.
Approach from the hamlet of Pelvoux or via Vallon de la Selle—both routes take 4–5 hours on foot and require solid mountain navigation skills; the cabin sits at 2,840m in exposed terrain.
Expect a small, basic mountain cabin with bunk beds and a cooking area; bring or buy food at Pelvoux beforehand, as supplies are not guaranteed on-site.
No—this cabin serves mountaineers tackling 3,500m+ peaks; the approach requires good fitness, mountain navigation skills, and comfort in exposed Alpine terrain.

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44.6590, 6.2709
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