Moderate
About
Cabane de Brouffier sits at 2,154m in the Hautes-Alpes, on the GR54 circuit around Parc National des Écrins. The cabin is reached from Vallée du Vénéon via the hamlet of Bérarde—count on 2.5 to 3 hours of steady hiking from the car park. The approach follows a well-marked trail through larch forest before opening to alpine meadows. This is a practical base for accessing cols and peaks in the southern Écrins massif, including approaches to Pic de la Grave and Mont Viso.
Cabane de Brouffier is a small, unmanaged refuge with basic shelter. There is no staffed service, no meals provided, and no running water or electricity—bring all food, water, and a stove if you plan to cook. The cabin sleeps around 12 people on a first-come, first-served basis in dormitory-style bunks. It is open year-round but most accessible June through September; winter access requires winter mountaineering skills and avalanche awareness. The FFCAM maintains the structure as an emergency shelter.
Access is free. Arrive early in summer weekends as capacity fills quickly. There is no booking system—registration happens on an honour system logbook inside. Bring a sleeping bag, mat, and enough supplies for self-catering. The cabin can be cold even in July; bring insulating layers and a warm sleep system.
Cabane de Brouffier is a small, unmanaged refuge with basic shelter. There is no staffed service, no meals provided, and no running water or electricity—bring all food, water, and a stove if you plan to cook. The cabin sleeps around 12 people on a first-come, first-served basis in dormitory-style bunks. It is open year-round but most accessible June through September; winter access requires winter mountaineering skills and avalanche awareness. The FFCAM maintains the structure as an emergency shelter.
Access is free. Arrive early in summer weekends as capacity fills quickly. There is no booking system—registration happens on an honour system logbook inside. Bring a sleeping bag, mat, and enough supplies for self-catering. The cabin can be cold even in July; bring insulating layers and a warm sleep system.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August; shoulder season (June, September) typically has availability with less notice.
Open from mid-June to mid-September, staffed daily during this period.
Start from the car park at Bérarde in Vallée du Vénéon; the GR54 trail is well-marked and takes 2.5 to 3 hours, gaining roughly 800m through larch forest and alpine meadows.
Expect basic bunk beds, a shared kitchen, and water from a spring; there is no shower, and meals are not provided—bring a stove or eat at the communal table if the warden is present.
Yes for fit hikers; the approach is steady and waymarked, but the altitude and lack of services mean you need Alpine experience and self-sufficiency.
Location
45.0359, 5.8898
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