Refuge du Clot - Xavier Blanc
4.3About
Refuge du Clot – Xavier Blanc sits at 1,397m in the Hautes-Alpes, managed by the FFCAM. The hut serves as a base for day hikes and shorter Alpine routes in the region. Access is straightforward: most hikers approach on foot from the valley below, typically taking 2–3 hours depending on your starting point and fitness. The refuge sits within reach of several local peaks and ridge walks, making it suitable for moderate mountaineers rather than technical climbers.
The refuge has 40 beds spread across mixed dormitories. Half-board (demi-pension) is standard: dinner and breakfast are included with accommodation. The kitchen produces solid mountain food—hearty soups, pasta, and local fare. Hot showers are available. The season runs from spring through autumn, with peak use in July and August. The refuge closes in winter.
Book directly by phone. Contact details are available through the FFCAM website or alpine-huts.com booking system. July and August fill quickly; aim to book 6–8 weeks ahead for summer weekends. Shoulder seasons (June, September) offer more flexibility and fewer crowds. The hut is popular with weekend hikers from the nearby valleys, so midweek visits are calmer.
The refuge has 40 beds spread across mixed dormitories. Half-board (demi-pension) is standard: dinner and breakfast are included with accommodation. The kitchen produces solid mountain food—hearty soups, pasta, and local fare. Hot showers are available. The season runs from spring through autumn, with peak use in July and August. The refuge closes in winter.
Book directly by phone. Contact details are available through the FFCAM website or alpine-huts.com booking system. July and August fill quickly; aim to book 6–8 weeks ahead for summer weekends. Shoulder seasons (June, September) offer more flexibility and fewer crowds. The hut is popular with weekend hikers from the nearby valleys, so midweek visits are calmer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact the refuge by phone at least 2–3 weeks ahead, especially for weekends and July–August.
The refuge is staffed from June to September; check with the FFCAM before visiting in shoulder months.
Approach on foot from the valley below in 2–3 hours depending on your starting point and fitness level.
Expect packed lunches and evening meals; basic dormitory beds and shared washroom facilities are standard.
Yes—the 2–3 hour approach and moderate day hikes from the hut make it accessible for fit beginners, though not for families with small children.
Location
44.8292, 6.2755
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4.3
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- FFCAM Club Alpin Français
- Total
- 40
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Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +33 4 92 55 27 90
- Website
- https://chaletduclot.ffcam.fr/
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