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Abri de la Jasse du Play sits at 1,629m in the Isère, on the eastern slopes of the Chaîne de Belledonne. This is a small, basic shelter—not a staffed refuge. Most approaches start from the Vallée de l'Eau d'Olle. From Allemont, allow 3–4 hours to reach the hut via the GR549, climbing steadily through mixed forest and open pasture. The shelter sits near a working pastoral zone; you'll see sheep and goats in summer.
The hut sleeps 10 in bunk beds across two rooms. There is no guardian, no meals, and no amenities beyond a roof and walls. You'll need to bring all food and water. The shelter has a small wood stove for winter warmth but bring a sleeping bag rated for mountain temperatures. There is no electricity. The hut is typically accessible from June through September, though winter access is possible for experienced parties with winter gear. Snow can block the approach from November to May.
This shelter works best as a waypoint on longer traverses of the Chaîne de Belledonne rather than a destination in itself. Book by contacting the FFCAM section that manages it, or go with no reservation—the small size means it's rarely full. Bring a headlamp, matches, and a stove. Check the approach conditions before setting out in late autumn or early spring, as snow can linger on higher sections of the trail.
The hut sleeps 10 in bunk beds across two rooms. There is no guardian, no meals, and no amenities beyond a roof and walls. You'll need to bring all food and water. The shelter has a small wood stove for winter warmth but bring a sleeping bag rated for mountain temperatures. There is no electricity. The hut is typically accessible from June through September, though winter access is possible for experienced parties with winter gear. Snow can block the approach from November to May.
This shelter works best as a waypoint on longer traverses of the Chaîne de Belledonne rather than a destination in itself. Book by contacting the FFCAM section that manages it, or go with no reservation—the small size means it's rarely full. Bring a headlamp, matches, and a stove. Check the approach conditions before setting out in late autumn or early spring, as snow can linger on higher sections of the trail.
Frequently Asked Questions
No booking system exists—this is a first-come, first-served shelter with 10 beds, so arrive early or have a backup plan during peak season.
Year-round technically, but snow and weather make it reliably accessible June to October; winter approaches are serious mountaineering.
Start from Allemont in the Vallée de l'Eau d'Olle and follow the GR549 for 3–4 hours; the route climbs through forest and pasture to 1,629m.
10 bunk beds in two rooms, a roof, and nothing else—no water, no toilets, no stove, no guardian, no meals; bring everything you need.
No—it's a basic mountain shelter for self-sufficient hikers and mountaineers comfortable with primitive conditions and route-finding; families should use staffed refuges instead.
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44.9107, 5.5021
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