Chalet de Maljasset

Chalet de Maljasset sits at 1,905m in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, on the edge of Parc National des Écrins. The hut serves as a basecamp for trails into the Chaîne de la Grave and access routes to peaks above 3,000m. Approach from the Pelvoux road via the hamlet of Maljasset: 2.5 hours on foot from the nearest road. Most parties combine Chalet de Maljasset with adjacent mountain terrain over 2–3 days.
The FFCAM-managed chalet holds 39 beds across 6 private rooms and dormitory space. Evening meals and breakfast are provided. Hot showers are available—a real asset at this elevation. The hut opens seasonally, typically June through September, depending on snow conditions and staffing. No WiFi; bring physical maps and a paper guidebook. The warden can advise on route conditions and early-morning departures.
Book by phone directly with the hut 6–8 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. June and September shoulder season fills less predictably. Single nights are possible outside peak weeks. Arrive with cash—payment options are limited. Clarify meal times and any dietary requirements when booking, as the kitchen requires advance notice for non-standard requests.