Chalet Communal de l'Alpettaz

Chalet Communal de l'Alpettaz sits at 1380m in the Tarentaise valley near Peisey-Vallandry in Savoie. The hut is accessible year-round by vehicle via forest road, making it a base for ski touring in winter and hiking in summer. Most visitors approach on foot from Peisey village in 1.5 hours, following marked trails through beech and spruce forest. The location offers direct access to ridgelines and peaks in the northern Parc National de la Vanoise.
The chalet accommodates 30 people in dormitory rooms and has basic but functional facilities. Meals are served to residents (half or full board available). The hut operates year-round as a gîte d'étape, with staffing heaviest during summer months (June–September) and winter weekends. Water and heating are reliable, and the kitchen is adequate for self-catering groups. Winter access requires good conditions; check before planning a cold-season visit.
Book direct with the hut or through the Peisey tourist office. Summer weekends and school holidays (July–August) are crowded; reserve 4–8 weeks ahead. Winter bookings are more flexible but confirm road access conditions. The hut suits groups and families seeking a low-altitude base rather than climbers tackling high peaks—the real mountains begin above 2000m.