Cabin de la Videmanette
2.0Cabane de la Videmanette
2,130m
Haute-Savoie, France
About
Cabane de la Videmanette sits at 2,130m on the eastern slope of Pic de la Videmanette in the Massif du Dévoluy. Reach it from Superdévoluy (the ski station) by hiking northeast for 2.5 hours along marked trails. The approach passes through alpine meadows before steepening toward the cabin. In winter, access depends on snow conditions and avalanche risk. The cabin serves as a base for traverses in the Dévoluy massif and ascents of Pic de la Videmanette (2,754m), which takes 1.5 hours from the hut.
The cabin sleeps 18 across shared dormitory rooms. The guardian provides evening meals and breakfast. There is no self-catering kitchen; you cannot cook your own food. Facilities include basic toilets and water. The hut opens seasonally from June through September, with access weather-dependent in shoulder months. Bring a headtorch and warm layers—nights are cold at altitude.
Book directly with the hut by phone or email as far ahead as possible during July and August, when weekends fill fast. The cabin is managed by FFCAM. Half-board (bed, dinner, breakfast) is mandatory. Arrive in mid-afternoon to settle in before dinner. The hut is small and basic but well-positioned for ridge walking and peak-bagging in a less-crowded corner of the French Alps.
The cabin sleeps 18 across shared dormitory rooms. The guardian provides evening meals and breakfast. There is no self-catering kitchen; you cannot cook your own food. Facilities include basic toilets and water. The hut opens seasonally from June through September, with access weather-dependent in shoulder months. Bring a headtorch and warm layers—nights are cold at altitude.
Book directly with the hut by phone or email as far ahead as possible during July and August, when weekends fill fast. The cabin is managed by FFCAM. Half-board (bed, dinner, breakfast) is mandatory. Arrive in mid-afternoon to settle in before dinner. The hut is small and basic but well-positioned for ridge walking and peak-bagging in a less-crowded corner of the French Alps.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August; earlier booking is rarely necessary given the hut's small 18-bed capacity and remote location.
The cabin is staffed from June to September; winter access is possible but depends on snow conditions and avalanche risk.
Hike northeast from Superdévoluy ski station for 2.5 hours on marked trails through alpine meadows; the final section steepens as you approach 2,130m.
The cabin serves meals (no self-catering kitchen available), so you'll eat what the guardian prepares; bring a sleeping bag and expect dormitory-style beds.
Yes, the 2.5-hour approach from Superdévoluy is non-technical hiking, though the altitude and steepness in the final stretch suit those with basic fitness; it's also an ideal base for a straightforward ascent of Pic de la Videmanette (1.5 hours).
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- private
- Season
- –
- Total
- 18
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- Website
- https://www.cabane-videmanette.net/