Refuge de la Monta
2.6
Hautes-Alpes, France
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Refuge de la Monta sits at 2,440m in the Massif du Pelvoux, in the heart of Parc National des Écrins. Reach it from the Vallée de Vallouise, starting from Ailefroide. The approach takes roughly 3–4 hours on a well-marked trail through alpine meadows and scree slopes. The final section steepens noticeably, so arrive with energy left for scrambling. In winter, access is severely limited or impossible—confirm conditions before heading up.
The refuge holds 50 people across dormitory rooms with foam mattresses and wool blankets. Half-board (evening meal and breakfast) is standard; the kitchen serves hearty mountain food suited to long days walking. There's a small solar power system and a wood stove in the common room. Water comes from a spring; toilets are outside. No WiFi. The hut typically opens mid-June through late September, depending on snow conditions and staffing. Expect it crowded in July and August, especially weekends.
Book direct by email or phone at least 6 weeks ahead for July and August. During shoulder seasons (June, September), 2–3 weeks' notice usually suffices. Confirm your arrival time; the guardian closes the door at dusk. Half-board is mandatory. Payment is cash only. The hut manages its own bookings independently—contact them directly rather than through online platforms for fastest response.
The refuge holds 50 people across dormitory rooms with foam mattresses and wool blankets. Half-board (evening meal and breakfast) is standard; the kitchen serves hearty mountain food suited to long days walking. There's a small solar power system and a wood stove in the common room. Water comes from a spring; toilets are outside. No WiFi. The hut typically opens mid-June through late September, depending on snow conditions and staffing. Expect it crowded in July and August, especially weekends.
Book direct by email or phone at least 6 weeks ahead for July and August. During shoulder seasons (June, September), 2–3 weeks' notice usually suffices. Confirm your arrival time; the guardian closes the door at dusk. Half-board is mandatory. Payment is cash only. The hut manages its own bookings independently—contact them directly rather than through online platforms for fastest response.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August by emailing or calling directly; shoulder seasons (June, September) need less notice.
Refuge de la Monta is staffed June to September; winter access is severely limited and conditions-dependent.
Start from Ailefroide in Vallée de Vallouise and follow the well-marked trail for 3–4 hours, gaining roughly 1,000m with a steep scramble in the final section.
You sleep in dormitory rooms with foam mattresses (capacity 50); meals are provided by the refuge kitchen.
No—the final section involves scrambling and requires solid fitness; it's better suited to hikers with alpine experience.
Location
44.7664, 6.9838
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Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +33 492201637
- Website
- https://www.refuge-queyras-la-monta.com/
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