Refuge des Bannettes
4.3About
Refuge des Bannettes sits at 1,740m in the Isère, serving as a base for routes in the lower Alpine valleys. The hut lies on approach trails to peaks and ridges in the region. Access is on foot from nearby villages—expect 2–3 hours depending on your starting point and the season. The route is marked but steep in sections; arrive with a headtorch if you plan an afternoon start.
The refuge sleeps 10 in simple shared rooms. Meals are available if you book ahead—typically a hot dinner and breakfast. Water is from the spring or tap; toilets are flush but basic. There are no showers or WiFi. The hut is open year-round but winter access requires good snow sense and proper kit. Spring to autumn sees the most traffic.
Book direct by phone or email at least 4–6 weeks ahead for July and August. Weekends fill quickly even in shoulder months. Let the guardian know your arrival time so they can prepare food. The hut prefers cash payment; confirm payment methods when you book. If you're climbing in the area, mention your plans—the guardian often has local knowledge on conditions and route choices.
The refuge sleeps 10 in simple shared rooms. Meals are available if you book ahead—typically a hot dinner and breakfast. Water is from the spring or tap; toilets are flush but basic. There are no showers or WiFi. The hut is open year-round but winter access requires good snow sense and proper kit. Spring to autumn sees the most traffic.
Book direct by phone or email at least 4–6 weeks ahead for July and August. Weekends fill quickly even in shoulder months. Let the guardian know your arrival time so they can prepare food. The hut prefers cash payment; confirm payment methods when you book. If you're climbing in the area, mention your plans—the guardian often has local knowledge on conditions and route choices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead, especially for July and August; this is a small hut with only 10 beds.
The refuge is typically staffed June to September, but confirm exact dates with the guardian before planning your trip.
Walk 2–3 hours from nearby villages on marked but steep terrain; bring a headtorch if you're arriving in the afternoon.
Dinner and breakfast are available if booked in advance; the hut has drinking water and flush toilets but no showers.
Yes for basic hiking, but the steep approach and 1,740m elevation mean you should be fit and accustomed to mountain terrain; it's a working base for mountaineering, not a leisure refuge.
Location
45.3016, 5.6976
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