Baraque de Bonnant

Baraque de Bonnant sits at 1,700m in the Tarentaise valley, a working mountain shelter in Savoie's pastoral heartland. You reach it from the village of Bonnant by hiking 1 hour 30 minutes through mixed forest and open pasture, gaining roughly 300m. The approach is straightforward but exposed in places; bring weather protection. In summer, a rough track leads partway up from the road, but this is a genuine mountain walk, not a casual stroll. The hut marks a natural stopping point for loops in the Chaîne de la Tarentaise and sits well for day walks into the surrounding peaks and ridges.
Baraque de Bonnant operates seasonally, typically June through September, depending on snow melt and weather. It functions as a basic refuge with dormitory beds for around 20 people, a simple kitchen, and a dining area. The guardian provides meals on request or you can bring your own food. Water is available on-site. Expect mountain hut standards: no showers, basic bunks, and a working relationship with the landscape rather than comfort. This is the kind of place where you come to rest between days in the hills, not for amenities.
Book ahead during July and August, especially for weekends. Contact the hut directly through the FFCAM Tarentaise or local mountain guide offices; phone numbers change seasonally so check their current details before planning. Winter access is unreliable; only visit June through September. The hut is popular with local walkers and those linking valley trails, so don't rely on turning up without a reservation in peak season.