Refuge du Goléon
3.6About
Refuge du Goléon sits at 2,472m in the Hautes-Alpes, deep in Parc National des Écrins. The standard approach follows the Vallée du Valgaudemar from Saint-Firmin, gaining 1,200m over roughly 4 hours on a well-marked path. The hut serves as a launch point for ascents of Mont Gerlache (3,209m) and approaches to higher peaks across the park. The final stretch to the hut crosses alpine meadow and scree.
The refuge holds 40 beds in shared dormitories. Meals are prepared on-site: a three-course dinner, packed lunches, and breakfast. The warden operates seasonally from June to mid-September. The hut has no WiFi and limited phone signal; water comes from an on-site spring. Toilet facilities are basic. This is a working refuge, not a lodge—expect a straightforward mountain experience.
Book directly by phone with the warden (contact details held by Parc National des Écrins or alpine guidebooks). July and August fill 6–8 weeks ahead; June and September are more flexible. Arrive with cash, as card payments are unreliable this far into the mountains. The route closes under heavy snow; check current conditions with FFCAM before planning a trip in shoulder months.
The refuge holds 40 beds in shared dormitories. Meals are prepared on-site: a three-course dinner, packed lunches, and breakfast. The warden operates seasonally from June to mid-September. The hut has no WiFi and limited phone signal; water comes from an on-site spring. Toilet facilities are basic. This is a working refuge, not a lodge—expect a straightforward mountain experience.
Book directly by phone with the warden (contact details held by Parc National des Écrins or alpine guidebooks). July and August fill 6–8 weeks ahead; June and September are more flexible. Arrive with cash, as card payments are unreliable this far into the mountains. The route closes under heavy snow; check current conditions with FFCAM before planning a trip in shoulder months.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 3 months ahead for July and August; contact the refuge directly by phone, as they don't have online booking.
The refuge is typically open from June to September, but confirm exact dates by calling ahead.
Start from Saint-Firmin in the Vallée du Valgaudemar and follow the marked path for 4 hours, gaining 1,200m; the final stretch crosses alpine meadow and scree.
The refuge has 40 beds in shared dormitories and serves a three-course dinner prepared on-site; breakfast is also provided.
It's manageable for fit hikers comfortable with 4 hours and 1,200m elevation gain, but not for casual walkers or young children.
Location
45.0813, 6.3566
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3.6
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- Phone
- +33687264654
- Website
- https://refugedugoleon.com/
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