Refuge des Tinderets
4.2About
Refuge des Tinderets sits at 1491m in the Chaîne des Aravis, above the village of La Clusaz in Haute-Savoie. The approach hike from La Clusaz takes roughly 2 hours and follows a well-marked trail through mixed forest and alpine pasture. You can also reach the hut from Manigod or via longer routes from the Chaîne des Aravis high trails—ask locally for conditions and route options.
The refuge holds 41 beds across 3 private rooms and shared dormitories. The kitchen serves meals and packed lunches if ordered in advance. Facilities include running water and basic mountain hut amenities. The hut operates year-round, though services are reduced in winter—confirm opening dates before planning a cold-season visit. This is working mountain terrain: the Aravis crosses country and the hut anchors access to ridgeline hiking toward Pointe Noire and the higher Chaîne peaks.
Book directly by email or phone as soon as your dates are fixed. July and August fill quickly; aim to book at least 2-3 months ahead for peak season. Winter and shoulder seasons (May, September-October) are easier to access on shorter notice. The hut's small size and popular access from La Clusaz mean weekends in summer are congested—weekday visits give you better chances of availability and quieter trails.
The refuge holds 41 beds across 3 private rooms and shared dormitories. The kitchen serves meals and packed lunches if ordered in advance. Facilities include running water and basic mountain hut amenities. The hut operates year-round, though services are reduced in winter—confirm opening dates before planning a cold-season visit. This is working mountain terrain: the Aravis crosses country and the hut anchors access to ridgeline hiking toward Pointe Noire and the higher Chaîne peaks.
Book directly by email or phone as soon as your dates are fixed. July and August fill quickly; aim to book at least 2-3 months ahead for peak season. Winter and shoulder seasons (May, September-October) are easier to access on shorter notice. The hut's small size and popular access from La Clusaz mean weekends in summer are congested—weekday visits give you better chances of availability and quieter trails.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 3–4 months ahead for July and August; shoulder season (June, September) requires 4–6 weeks' notice. Contact by email or phone directly with the refuge.
The refuge is open June to September; check with the refuge for exact opening and closing dates as staffing varies by season.
Hike from La Clusaz (2 hours on a well-marked trail) or from Manigod; longer routes via the Chaîne des Aravis high trails are also possible—ask locally for conditions.
The refuge serves dinner, breakfast, and packed lunches; hot showers are available. You stay in one of 3 private rooms or shared dormitories (41 beds total).
Yes, the 2-hour hike from La Clusaz is straightforward on a well-marked trail and suits hikers with basic fitness; it's a good entry point to Alpine refuging.
Location
46.2379, 6.7529
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- FFCAM
- Total
- 41
- Private rooms
- 3
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +33 6 75 00 34 73
- Website
- http://www.refuge-abondance.com/
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