Chalet de la Perrière

Chalet de la Perrière sits at 1,685m in the Chartreuse massif, east of Grenoble. The hut lies on the GR9 long-distance trail and serves as a base for approaches to Mont Reculaz (2,236m) and traverses of the northern Chartreuse. Access is via the village of Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse: allow 2–2.5 hours on foot from the Parking du Col de Porte (1,325m). The approach follows forest tracks and mountain paths with steady elevation gain. Winter access is harder; check conditions before December visits.
The chalet operates year-round and sleeps around 30 people in dormitory rooms and smaller chambers. Staff serve evening meals (book ahead), breakfast, and packed lunches. Water comes from a spring. The hut has heating, basic toilets, and a small communal kitchen area if you bring your own food. It is not an equipped refuge with full facilities—expect a mountain bivouac atmosphere, not a hotel. The location suits hikers tackling multi-day Chartreuse circuits and mountaineers using it as a staging point for winter ascents.
Contact the managing FFCAM club or local Grenoble tourism for current booking details and availability. July and August fill quickly. Book 4–8 weeks ahead for summer weekends. September and October are quieter and often offer better weather for ridge walks. Winter visits require advance notice because the caretaker is not always resident.