Refuge du Promontoire
3.4About
Refuge du Promontoire stands at 3092m in the Hautes-Alpes, serving climbers and mountaineers working on the high peaks of the region. Access is a solid day's walk from the nearest road—expect 4–5 hours on foot depending on your starting point and fitness. The hut sits at the junction of several ridge lines, making it a natural staging post for attempts on the 4000m summits and traverses across this section of the Alps. The approach is steep in places and exposed to weather; bring a map and compass regardless of season.
The refuge runs 30 beds across shared dormitories, all managed by FFCAM volunteers. Flush toilets are in place; water comes from snowmelt and mountain streams. Half-board (dinner and breakfast) is the standard arrangement, though you can arrange packed lunches for the next day's climb. The hut opens from June through September, depending on snow cover. July and August see the heaviest traffic. Outside this window, the approach becomes technical scrambling or winter mountaineering.
Book by phone as soon as you have your dates locked in—popular weekends in July and August fill 4–6 weeks ahead. Contact the hut directly rather than through a booking website; staff will confirm availability and meal arrangements. Arrive in daylight and aim for the hut by mid-afternoon. Water is limited at 3092m, so bring a bottle for the approach and ration use at the hut.
The refuge runs 30 beds across shared dormitories, all managed by FFCAM volunteers. Flush toilets are in place; water comes from snowmelt and mountain streams. Half-board (dinner and breakfast) is the standard arrangement, though you can arrange packed lunches for the next day's climb. The hut opens from June through September, depending on snow cover. July and August see the heaviest traffic. Outside this window, the approach becomes technical scrambling or winter mountaineering.
Book by phone as soon as you have your dates locked in—popular weekends in July and August fill 4–6 weeks ahead. Contact the hut directly rather than through a booking website; staff will confirm availability and meal arrangements. Arrive in daylight and aim for the hut by mid-afternoon. Water is limited at 3092m, so bring a bottle for the approach and ration use at the hut.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 3–4 months ahead for July and August; call ahead to confirm availability and current conditions.
Staffed from June to September, weather permitting; the high elevation means early and late season dates can shift based on snow cover.
Expect 4–5 hours on foot from the nearest road trailhead; the approach is steep with exposed sections, so good fitness and navigation skills are essential.
30 beds in shared dormitories, flush toilets, and meals provided by the guardian; no shower or hot water—pack a microfiber towel.
Experienced mountaineers and fit hikers only; the altitude, exposed approach, and lack of amenities make it unsuitable for beginners or families.
Location
44.9984, 6.3034
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- FFCAM Club Alpin Français
- Total
- 30
Facilities
Meals served
Flush toilets
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +33 4 76 80 51 67
- Website
- https://refugedupromontoire.ffcam.fr/
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