Refuge de la Bombardellaz
2.6
Haute-Savoie, France
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Refuge de la Bombardellaz sits at 2,030m in the Chaîne des Aravis, between the Massif de la Vanoise and the Mont-Blanc massif. The main approach is from the Chaîne des Aravis car park near Col de la Loze (1,628m), a hike of roughly 2 hours across open alpine pasture. An alternative route ascends from Thônes (630m) in the Aravis valley—allow 5–6 hours for this longer approach. The hut is accessible June to September; timing matters because snow lingers until late spring on the higher terrain. The refuge sits on the popular GR96 long-distance route, so expect company during peak weeks.
The refuge operates as a traditional mountain hut run by FFCAM volunteers. It sleeps around 30 people in simple dormitories. The kitchen serves hearty evening meals and substantial breakfasts. Water comes from a spring—reliable but always worth checking when you arrive. The toilet facilities are basic but functional. There is no shower and no mobile signal. The season runs from June through September, with weekends busier than weekdays throughout the period. July and August are crowded; aim for June or September if you prefer quieter conditions.
Book 4–6 weeks ahead for July–August weekends, 2–3 weeks for other peak periods. Contact the refuge directly by phone (check FFCAM for current number) or email to confirm availability and meal preferences. Arrive by mid-afternoon and expect to eat with other guests around a shared table. Half-board (dinner and breakfast) is the standard arrangement. Bring cash for any extras or tips.
The refuge operates as a traditional mountain hut run by FFCAM volunteers. It sleeps around 30 people in simple dormitories. The kitchen serves hearty evening meals and substantial breakfasts. Water comes from a spring—reliable but always worth checking when you arrive. The toilet facilities are basic but functional. There is no shower and no mobile signal. The season runs from June through September, with weekends busier than weekdays throughout the period. July and August are crowded; aim for June or September if you prefer quieter conditions.
Book 4–6 weeks ahead for July–August weekends, 2–3 weeks for other peak periods. Contact the refuge directly by phone (check FFCAM for current number) or email to confirm availability and meal preferences. Arrive by mid-afternoon and expect to eat with other guests around a shared table. Half-board (dinner and breakfast) is the standard arrangement. Bring cash for any extras or tips.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August; earlier dates and shoulder season (June, September) are more flexible.
The refuge is staffed from June to September; snow can block approaches until late June.
From Col de la Loze car park (1,628m), it's a 2-hour hike across alpine pasture to 2,030m; alternatively, allow 5–6 hours from Thônes (630m) in the valley.
The refuge serves dinner and breakfast; expect basic dormitory beds and limited hot-water shower facilities typical of mountain huts.
Yes—the main route from Col de la Loze is moderate hiking on marked paths with no technical terrain, making it accessible for fit walkers new to mountain huts.
Location
45.9362, 6.5064
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