Maison Forestière de la Servette
2.7About
Maison Forestière de la Servette sits at 1,193m in the Vallée de Montjoie, a quiet corner of Haute-Savoie east of Chamonix. Reach it from the village of Montjoie in 2.5 hours on foot, following the GR5 trail upstream along the Bon Nant river. The approach is steady, forested walking with minimal elevation gain—ideal for warming up legs before alpine days. A vehicle track serves the hut, so it's accessible by car if you're using it as a base rather than an overnight stop.
This is a simple refuge run by FFCAM, not a mountain hut in the high Alpine sense. It sleeps around 40 people in dorm rooms and has a caretaker in summer who provides meals. The building has basic heating, running water, and toilets. No WiFi. The season runs June to September. It functions as a support base for walkers exploring the Vallée de Montjoie—a less-crowded alternative to the Chamonix valley with solid day hikes into the Parc National des Écrins.
Book directly with the caretaker by phone ahead of arrival. July and August fill weekends, but mid-week availability is usually solid. Half-board (demi-pension) is standard, with simple but filling food. The hut makes sense as a launching point for 2–3 days of walking rather than a single-night stop—the setting is gentle and forested, not dramatic.
This is a simple refuge run by FFCAM, not a mountain hut in the high Alpine sense. It sleeps around 40 people in dorm rooms and has a caretaker in summer who provides meals. The building has basic heating, running water, and toilets. No WiFi. The season runs June to September. It functions as a support base for walkers exploring the Vallée de Montjoie—a less-crowded alternative to the Chamonix valley with solid day hikes into the Parc National des Écrins.
Book directly with the caretaker by phone ahead of arrival. July and August fill weekends, but mid-week availability is usually solid. Half-board (demi-pension) is standard, with simple but filling food. The hut makes sense as a launching point for 2–3 days of walking rather than a single-night stop—the setting is gentle and forested, not dramatic.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead for July and August, especially weekends; earlier booking gives you more flexibility on dates.
The Maison Forestière is typically open June to September, though staffing and services may vary—contact ahead to confirm dates for your visit.
Start in Montjoie village and follow the GR5 upstream along the Bon Nant river for 2.5 hours; a vehicle track also reaches the hut if you prefer to drive.
Expect simple bunk beds and basic meals; bring a sleeping bag and confirm meal options when you book, as this is a modest forest refuge.
Yes—the 2.5-hour approach has minimal elevation gain and stays forested, making it a good warm-up for less experienced hikers.
Location
46.2296, 6.3483
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