Le Tiocan
2.6
Haute-Savoie, France
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Le Tiocan sits at 2,200m in the Mont-Blanc massif, accessed from the Vallée de Chamonix. The hut works best as a base for day hikes across the high pastures and alpine lakes of the region. Reach it in 2.5 hours from Montenvers or 3 hours from Les Praz, following marked trails through larch forest that open to meadows as you climb. The approach is steady and suitable for fit walkers; scrambling is minimal.
The hut has 15 beds split across simple shared rooms. Meals are served family-style: a solid dinner and breakfast included with your stay. The kitchen is basic but functional. Water comes from a spring nearby. There's no electricity or heating beyond wood stoves, so nights are cold from September onwards. Le Tiocan opens mid-June to mid-September, weather permitting. It's run by FFCAM volunteers who maintain the building and trails.
Book directly by email or phone at least 4–6 weeks ahead for July and August. The hut fills quickly in good weather and during school holidays. Call ahead during shoulder months (June, September) to confirm the guardian is present and conditions are stable. Bring warm layers and a headtorch. Mobile signal is absent or weak; plan communication before you arrive.
The hut has 15 beds split across simple shared rooms. Meals are served family-style: a solid dinner and breakfast included with your stay. The kitchen is basic but functional. Water comes from a spring nearby. There's no electricity or heating beyond wood stoves, so nights are cold from September onwards. Le Tiocan opens mid-June to mid-September, weather permitting. It's run by FFCAM volunteers who maintain the building and trails.
Book directly by email or phone at least 4–6 weeks ahead for July and August. The hut fills quickly in good weather and during school holidays. Call ahead during shoulder months (June, September) to confirm the guardian is present and conditions are stable. Bring warm layers and a headtorch. Mobile signal is absent or weak; plan communication before you arrive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2-3 months ahead for July and August, especially since the hut has only 15 beds. Contact them by email or phone directly.
Le Tiocan is typically open June to September, though you should confirm exact dates when booking.
Reach it in 2.5 hours from Montenvers or 3 hours from Les Praz via marked trails through larch forest and alpine meadows; the approach is steady with minimal scrambling.
You'll sleep in simple shared rooms (15 beds total) and eat family-style dinners cooked by the guardian.
Yes, if they're reasonably fit—the approach is steady with no technical climbing, making it ideal for walkers wanting a high-altitude base for day hikes.
Location
46.2481, 5.9577
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2.6
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- FFCAM
- Total
- 15
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +33 4 50 41 48 09
- Website
- http://association.objectif.gaia.over-blog.com/
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