Refuge Jean Collet
4.3About
Refuge Jean Collet sits at 1,952m in the Hautes-Alpes, above the village of Abriès in the Queyras valley. The standard approach is 2.5 hours from Abriès via the GR5 trail, ascending steadily through larch forest and alpine meadow. The hut serves as a base for day walks across the Queyras plateau and is also used by trekkers linking the Queyras valleys together.
The refuge is a simple mountain shelter run by the FFCAM with capacity for around 40 people in dormitory beds. Meals consist of hearty evening dinners and breakfast; you can buy picnic supplies for the next day. Water comes from spring sources nearby. The hut operates year-round, though staffing and services are minimal outside the summer season (July–September).
Book at least 4–6 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. Contact the refuge directly by email or phone to confirm availability and meals. Expect to pay around €20–25 per night for a bed and around €15 for dinner. The approach is straightforward in good weather but snow can block the trail from November through May; check conditions before planning a winter visit.
The refuge is a simple mountain shelter run by the FFCAM with capacity for around 40 people in dormitory beds. Meals consist of hearty evening dinners and breakfast; you can buy picnic supplies for the next day. Water comes from spring sources nearby. The hut operates year-round, though staffing and services are minimal outside the summer season (July–September).
Book at least 4–6 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. Contact the refuge directly by email or phone to confirm availability and meals. Expect to pay around €20–25 per night for a bed and around €15 for dinner. The approach is straightforward in good weather but snow can block the trail from November through May; check conditions before planning a winter visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead for July and August; email or call the refuge directly to reserve.
Refuge Jean Collet is typically staffed from June to September; confirm exact dates before planning.
Start from Abriès village and follow the GR5 trail for 2.5 hours (steadily uphill through larch forest and alpine meadow) to reach the refuge at 1,952m.
The refuge serves hearty dinners and breakfasts; beds are in dormitories with capacity for around 40 people, and basic facilities are available.
Yes—the 2.5-hour approach is moderate rather than technical, and the hut works well as a base for day walks across the Queyras plateau.
Location
45.1925, 5.9674
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4.3
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- FFCAM
Facilities
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Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +33476083923
- Website
- https://www.refugejeancollet.com/
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