Chalet Alpin du Tour
2.3
1,466m
Haute-Savoie, France
About
Chalet Alpin du Tour sits at 1466m in the Chamonix valley, accessed via the hamlet of Le Tour in Haute-Savoie. The approach takes 45 minutes on foot from the road end, following a well-marked trail through mixed forest and alpine meadow. This location makes it a logical base for day hikes across the Tour Massif or a stopover on longer traverses toward Switzerland.
The chalet holds 87 beds in mixed dormitories and some smaller rooms. Half-board is standard (dinner and breakfast included); packed lunches are available. Showers are on-site. There is no WiFi—deliberately. The hut operates year-round, though staffing and services are limited outside summer (June to September). Meals are straightforward mountain food, not elaborate. The atmosphere is working hut rather than hotel.
Book by phone directly with the club. Contact details are on the FFCAM website under Chalet Alpin du Tour, Vallée de Chamonix. July and August fill quickly; aim to book 4–6 weeks ahead for these months. June and September are quieter. Weekend beds in July–August should be reserved 8 weeks in advance if you're flexible on dates. Weekday visits shoulder season offer better availability and a calmer experience.
The chalet holds 87 beds in mixed dormitories and some smaller rooms. Half-board is standard (dinner and breakfast included); packed lunches are available. Showers are on-site. There is no WiFi—deliberately. The hut operates year-round, though staffing and services are limited outside summer (June to September). Meals are straightforward mountain food, not elaborate. The atmosphere is working hut rather than hotel.
Book by phone directly with the club. Contact details are on the FFCAM website under Chalet Alpin du Tour, Vallée de Chamonix. July and August fill quickly; aim to book 4–6 weeks ahead for these months. June and September are quieter. Weekend beds in July–August should be reserved 8 weeks in advance if you're flexible on dates. Weekday visits shoulder season offer better availability and a calmer experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Call ahead to check availability; booking 2–3 months ahead is recommended for July and August, earlier slots are usually flexible.
Open June to September; exact dates depend on snow conditions and staffing, so confirm before planning your trip.
Park at Le Tour hamlet and walk 45 minutes uphill on a well-marked trail through forest and meadow to reach the chalet at 1466m.
Half-board (dinner and breakfast) is standard; hot showers are available, though water may be limited during peak season.
Yes—the 45-minute approach is straightforward, and the chalet is a solid base for day hikes and gentle valley walks in the Tour Massif.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- FFCAM
- Season
- –
- Total
- 87
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Showers
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +33 4 50 54 04 16
- Website
- http://chaletdutour.ffcam.fr/