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Cabane de Cohennoz sits at 2,043m in the Chaîne de la Bauges, east of Annecy. The standard approach from Nâves-Parmelan trailhead takes 2.5 hours. You gain 750m on a mix of forest path and open pasture. Scrambling is minimal. In winter and early spring, snow can make the upper sections steeper—come equipped for that. Alternative approaches exist from the Chaîne de la Bauges ridgeline if you're traversing the range.
The cabin is basic: unguarded, winter-proof shelter with sleeping capacity around 8–10 on bunks or foam mats. There's no guardian (gardien), no heating, no water supply on-site. Bring everything you need—sleeping bag, stove fuel, food, water or means to collect it. The cabin suits hikers doing ridge traverses or using it as a bivouac point on longer Bauges expeditions. Winter access is possible but demands mountain awareness; summer and early autumn are the realistic seasons for comfortable use.
Check the FFCAM website or local Parc de la Bauges information before heading out. The cabin can fill quickly during summer Saturdays and holiday periods. There's no phone reception nearby. Arrive early if you're planning to stay, especially if snow or weather is marginal.
The cabin is basic: unguarded, winter-proof shelter with sleeping capacity around 8–10 on bunks or foam mats. There's no guardian (gardien), no heating, no water supply on-site. Bring everything you need—sleeping bag, stove fuel, food, water or means to collect it. The cabin suits hikers doing ridge traverses or using it as a bivouac point on longer Bauges expeditions. Winter access is possible but demands mountain awareness; summer and early autumn are the realistic seasons for comfortable use.
Check the FFCAM website or local Parc de la Bauges information before heading out. The cabin can fill quickly during summer Saturdays and holiday periods. There's no phone reception nearby. Arrive early if you're planning to stay, especially if snow or weather is marginal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cabane de Cohennoz is unguarded and free, so no booking is needed—just show up.
Open year-round as a winter-proof shelter, though access above 2,000m is easiest June to October.
From Nâves-Parmelan trailhead, the standard route takes 2.5 hours and climbs 750m via forest and pasture with minimal scrambling.
It's a basic unguarded shelter with sleeping capacity and a roof—bring your own sleeping bag, food, and water.
Yes: the approach is straightforward hiking with minimal scrambling, though winter conditions above 2,000m require snow skills.
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