Refuge des Drayères
3.6About
Refuge des Drayères sits at 2,180m in the Hautes-Alpes, on the approach to the Écrins massif. Most walkers reach it from the Vallée de la Durance. The hut serves as a base for day walks across the high meadows and peaks of the region, or as a night stop on longer traverse routes. Access is straightforward hiking terrain—plan 2 to 3 hours from the nearest road-head depending on your starting point.
The refuge holds 64 beds across mixed dormitory rooms. FFCAM (Fédération Française des Clubs Alpins et de Montagne) manages the hut and provides evening meals and breakfast. Water and basic cooking facilities are available. The hut is typically open from June through September; confirm current dates before planning your trip. Phone ahead if you need specific dietary information or have questions about current conditions.
Book by calling the hut directly. July and August fill quickly—aim to reserve at least 4 to 6 weeks ahead for those months. June and September are quieter and usually available with less notice. Expect the hut to be busy on weekends year-round during the open season.
The refuge holds 64 beds across mixed dormitory rooms. FFCAM (Fédération Française des Clubs Alpins et de Montagne) manages the hut and provides evening meals and breakfast. Water and basic cooking facilities are available. The hut is typically open from June through September; confirm current dates before planning your trip. Phone ahead if you need specific dietary information or have questions about current conditions.
Book by calling the hut directly. July and August fill quickly—aim to reserve at least 4 to 6 weeks ahead for those months. June and September are quieter and usually available with less notice. Expect the hut to be busy on weekends year-round during the open season.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead for July and August; phone the refuge directly to check availability and confirm your dates.
The refuge operates June to September; contact them directly for exact opening and closing dates and staffing periods.
Approach from Vallée de la Durance; the hike to the refuge is straightforward, taking 2 to 3 hours depending on your starting point.
The refuge serves meals (half-board or dinner only are standard options); beds are in mixed dormitory rooms with 64 total capacity.
Yes—the approach is non-technical hiking terrain and the hut sits at a moderate elevation (2,180m), making it accessible for reasonably fit hikers without alpine experience.
Location
45.0811, 6.5080
HutLists Score
3.6
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- FFCAM Club Alpin Français
- Total
- 64
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +33 4 92 21 36 01;+33 6 45 74 07 93
- Website
- https://refugedesdrayeres.ffcam.fr/
Activities
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