Refuge du Pré Verel
2.6
Haute-Savoie, France
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Refuge du Pré Verel sits at 1,450m on the eastern flank of Mont-Blanc massif in Haute-Savoie, accessible from the Chamonix valley. Reach it from Argentière by hiking the Vallée de la Berarde—allow 2 hours 30 minutes on a clear path that gains 350m. The hut serves as a base for day walks into the Aiguilles Rouges or as a waypoint on longer traverses toward Refuge du Lac Blanc. Winter access is possible but difficult; confirm conditions before attempting.
Refuge du Pré Verel accommodates 30 people in dormitory rooms. Meals are standard mountain fare: soup, main course, and pudding at dinner; coffee and bread at breakfast. The hut has basic washing facilities and pit toilets. The season runs mid-June to mid-September, depending on snow melt and staffing. No wi-fi or mobile signal.
Book 4–6 weeks ahead for July and August, especially weekends. Contact through FFCAM or directly via the managing association. Arrive by 18:00 to guarantee a meal slot. Half board (bed plus evening meal and breakfast) is standard; packed lunches are available if you order in advance.
Refuge du Pré Verel accommodates 30 people in dormitory rooms. Meals are standard mountain fare: soup, main course, and pudding at dinner; coffee and bread at breakfast. The hut has basic washing facilities and pit toilets. The season runs mid-June to mid-September, depending on snow melt and staffing. No wi-fi or mobile signal.
Book 4–6 weeks ahead for July and August, especially weekends. Contact through FFCAM or directly via the managing association. Arrive by 18:00 to guarantee a meal slot. Half board (bed plus evening meal and breakfast) is standard; packed lunches are available if you order in advance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead for July and August; earlier if you're targeting a specific weekend or planning a group visit.
The refuge is staffed from June to September; winter access is possible but requires confirmation of conditions.
Hike from Argentière via Vallée de la Berarde—2 hours 30 minutes, gaining 350m on a clear path.
The refuge accommodates 30 people with basic mountain hut facilities; confirm meal availability and water sources when you book.
Yes—the approach from Argentière is well-marked and moderate, making it a good entry point for day walks in the Aiguilles Rouges or as a waypoint on longer valley traverses.
Location
45.8241, 6.2623
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