Refuge de Nifflon D'en Haut
3.6About
Refuge de Nifflon D'en Haut sits at 1783m in Haute-Savoie, on the approach to Mont-Blanc massif routes and traverses of the Chaîne du Mont-Blanc. The hut is reached from the Nifflon valley on foot; most parties arrive from the Vallée de Chamonix or via the GR Tour du Mont-Blanc. Allow 3–4 hours from the nearest road-accessible parking. The final approach is straightforward but exposed to weather.
The refuge holds 10 beds in basic dormitory arrangement. Meals are available if you notify the warden in advance; bring cash and confirm menus when booking. There is no drinking water on-site—collect and carry what you need, or use what the hut can provide if notified ahead. There are no showers or flush toilets; the facility operates seasonally (typically June to September) and closes during winter and shoulder months. This is a mountain refuge in the traditional sense: simple, functional, and designed for climbers and walkers on multi-day journeys.
Book directly by phone with the warden. July and August are heavily booked; confirm your dates at least 4–6 weeks ahead if possible. The hut can fill quickly during good weather windows in high season. Off-season (May, September–October) has fewer restrictions but verify opening dates before planning your trip. Weather stability matters more here than calendar dates—poor conditions mean the warden may not be present.
The refuge holds 10 beds in basic dormitory arrangement. Meals are available if you notify the warden in advance; bring cash and confirm menus when booking. There is no drinking water on-site—collect and carry what you need, or use what the hut can provide if notified ahead. There are no showers or flush toilets; the facility operates seasonally (typically June to September) and closes during winter and shoulder months. This is a mountain refuge in the traditional sense: simple, functional, and designed for climbers and walkers on multi-day journeys.
Book directly by phone with the warden. July and August are heavily booked; confirm your dates at least 4–6 weeks ahead if possible. The hut can fill quickly during good weather windows in high season. Off-season (May, September–October) has fewer restrictions but verify opening dates before planning your trip. Weather stability matters more here than calendar dates—poor conditions mean the warden may not be present.
Frequently Asked Questions
Call ahead to book, especially for July and August when the 10 beds fill quickly; aim for at least a month ahead during peak season.
The refuge operates June to September, though exact dates depend on snow conditions and staffing; confirm current opening dates by phone.
Hike 3–4 hours from the nearest road parking in the Nifflon valley or via the GR Tour du Mont-Blanc; the final approach is straightforward but exposed to weather.
Meals are available if you notify the warden in advance; the hut has no shower, drinking water, or flush toilets, so bring water and expect basic conditions.
No—this is a mountain hut for experienced hikers and mountaineers; the 3–4 hour approach over exposed terrain and basic facilities make it unsuitable for families or inexperienced walkers.
Location
46.2593, 6.5719
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- 10
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Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +33 4 50 73 75 18
- Website
- http://www.alpesduleman.com/refuge-de-nifflon.html
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