Chalet de la Maline
5.0About
Chalet de la Maline sits at 893m in the lower Isère valleys, well-positioned for day hikes across the northern Vercors and approaches to Parc National des Écrins. Access is straightforward from the village of Entraigues—roughly 1.5 hours on foot through mixed forest and pasture. The hut works best as a base for shorter ridge walks and scrambles rather than a high-altitude hub, making it ideal for spring, autumn, and families doing moderate alpine terrain.
The chalet holds 44 beds across mixed dorms and smaller rooms. Meals are hearty and reliable—expect French country cooking rather than fine dining. The FFCAM kitchen runs year-round, though October to April sees reduced services on weekends only. Showers and basic toilets are standard. Staff are responsive and know the local trails well.
Book direct with the Club Alpin Français section managing the hut. Email is your best first contact for availability and special requests; phone works too if you need to confirm dates quickly. Summer weekends (especially July) fill fast—aim to reserve 4-6 weeks ahead. Mid-week slots are easier to secure. Half-board rates are standard for overnight stays.
The chalet holds 44 beds across mixed dorms and smaller rooms. Meals are hearty and reliable—expect French country cooking rather than fine dining. The FFCAM kitchen runs year-round, though October to April sees reduced services on weekends only. Showers and basic toilets are standard. Staff are responsive and know the local trails well.
Book direct with the Club Alpin Français section managing the hut. Email is your best first contact for availability and special requests; phone works too if you need to confirm dates quickly. Summer weekends (especially July) fill fast—aim to reserve 4-6 weeks ahead. Mid-week slots are easier to secure. Half-board rates are standard for overnight stays.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact the hut directly by email or phone—booking pressure is lower than high-altitude refuges, so 2–4 weeks ahead typically works even in peak season.
The hut operates year-round as a staffed chalet, though confirm current hours by phone or email before visiting in winter.
Start from the village of Entraigues and allow roughly 1.5 hours of hiking through mixed forest and pasture to reach the hut at 893m.
The chalet serves meals and has 44 beds in mixed dormitories; confirm shower availability and menu options when you book.
Yes—at 893m with moderate terrain and day hikes across the northern Vercors, it's well-suited for families and those new to alpine hiking.
Location
43.7462, 6.3449
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- FFCAM Club Alpin Français
- Season
- We-Mo 00:00-24:00
- Total
- 44
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +33 4 92 77 38 05
- Website
- https://chaletlamaline.ffcam.fr
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