Refuge de Notre-Dame de Lure
4.2About
Refuge de Notre-Dame de Lure sits at 1,230m on the eastern side of Mont-Lure in the Provence region, within Parc Naturel Régional du Luberon. You'll reach it from the south via Banon or from the north via Sault. Most approaches take 4–5 hours on foot. The hut serves as a staging point for ascents of Mont-Lure itself (1,826m) and as a base for ridge walks across the plateau.
The refuge is small—12 beds only—so expect shared accommodation and a working-mountain atmosphere rather than hotel comfort. It provides basic meals and drinks. Water comes from a spring. The hut typically opens from April through October, depending on snow conditions and caretaker presence. Check status before travelling in shoulder seasons. The location at relatively modest altitude makes it accessible earlier in spring than higher refuges, though the exposed plateau can be windy and cold even in summer.
Book well ahead by phone, especially for weekends between June and September. The capacity means it fills quickly during peak hiking season. Contact the refuge directly to confirm current opening dates and staffing. Out-of-season, you can bivvy outside if necessary, but plan on reaching it during summer months when a caretaker is present.
The refuge is small—12 beds only—so expect shared accommodation and a working-mountain atmosphere rather than hotel comfort. It provides basic meals and drinks. Water comes from a spring. The hut typically opens from April through October, depending on snow conditions and caretaker presence. Check status before travelling in shoulder seasons. The location at relatively modest altitude makes it accessible earlier in spring than higher refuges, though the exposed plateau can be windy and cold even in summer.
Book well ahead by phone, especially for weekends between June and September. The capacity means it fills quickly during peak hiking season. Contact the refuge directly to confirm current opening dates and staffing. Out-of-season, you can bivvy outside if necessary, but plan on reaching it during summer months when a caretaker is present.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book by phone as soon as possible; with only 12 beds, availability fills quickly, especially July–August.
Open June to September; staffing varies by season, so confirm dates when you call.
Approach from Banon (south) or Sault (north), both routes take 4–5 hours on foot to the 1,230m hut.
Expect 12 shared beds and basic mountain hut amenities; meals are provided but showers are limited or absent.
No—the 4–5 hour approach and mountaineering focus make it best for experienced hikers doing Mont-Lure ascents (1,826m) or ridge traverses.
Location
44.0970, 5.7925
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- 12
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- +33 4 92 73 19 14
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