Refuge de Font-Turbat
4.3About
Refuge de Font-Turbat sits at 2,178m in the Hautes-Alpes, on the edge of Parc National des Écrins. The hut serves as a base for hiking in the southern Massif des Écrins. Most parties reach it from the Vallée du Drac, starting from either Pont-du-Fossé or Saint-Jean-de-la-Porte. The approach takes 3–4 hours depending on your starting point and fitness. The terrain is straightforward—no scrambling required—making it accessible to confident hill walkers.
The refuge holds 51 beds across several rooms. Meals are available: expect simple, hot dinners and breakfasts that fuel the next day's hiking. Water comes from the spring on-site. The hut runs from mid-June to mid-September, depending on snow conditions. Winter access is possible but irregular; check conditions before planning an off-season visit. The site lies on established routes to neighbouring huts and peaks in the Écrins massif, so you can plan multi-day traverses.
Book directly by phone with FFCAM several weeks ahead, especially for July and August. The hut fills regularly during summer. Confirm opening dates before travelling, as early-season snowmelt can delay access. The refuge operates as a working mountain base, not a hotel—expect no frills, but solid hospitality and a real sense of the mountains.
The refuge holds 51 beds across several rooms. Meals are available: expect simple, hot dinners and breakfasts that fuel the next day's hiking. Water comes from the spring on-site. The hut runs from mid-June to mid-September, depending on snow conditions. Winter access is possible but irregular; check conditions before planning an off-season visit. The site lies on established routes to neighbouring huts and peaks in the Écrins massif, so you can plan multi-day traverses.
Book directly by phone with FFCAM several weeks ahead, especially for July and August. The hut fills regularly during summer. Confirm opening dates before travelling, as early-season snowmelt can delay access. The refuge operates as a working mountain base, not a hotel—expect no frills, but solid hospitality and a real sense of the mountains.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead for July and August; shoulder season (June, September) needs 4–6 weeks' notice. Call the refuge directly to check availability and confirm your arrival date.
Font-Turbat is staffed from June to September; exact opening and closing dates vary yearly, so confirm before planning your trip.
Approach from the Vallée du Drac via Pont-du-Fossé or Saint-Jean-de-la-Porte; the hike takes 3–4 hours with no scrambling required.
The refuge offers 51 beds in shared rooms and serves meals (dinner and breakfast); hot showers are available but may be limited, so plan accordingly.
Yes—the approach is straightforward with no scrambling, making it accessible to confident hill walkers and families with outdoor experience.
Location
44.8649, 6.1777
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- FFCAM Club Alpin Français
- Total
- 51
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Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +33 4 76 30 29 23
- Website
- https://www.fontturbat.com/
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