Chalet de la Lanche
2.9About
Chalet de la Lanche sits at 1772m in the Vanoise massif, on the border between Savoie and Haute-Savoie. The hut serves as a base for routes into Parc National de la Vanoise and access to higher peaks in the range. Approach from the Nant Borrant valley via the hamlet of Nant-Borran; the walk in takes roughly 2 hours and gains 600m. Winter access is possible but conditions dictate; check locally before attempting the approach in snow season.
The hut offers 30-40 bed spaces across dormitory rooms. Meals are available on-site, including dinner and breakfast for those staying overnight. Full-board packages are standard. Water comes from a mountain spring. The hut operates year-round but sees heaviest traffic from June through September. Winter opening is weather-dependent and requires advance confirmation.
Book direct with the guardian or contact the FFCAM (Fédération Française des Clubs Alpins et de Montagne) for current details, as this is a private refuge run under CAF agreement. July and August require booking 4–6 weeks ahead. May, June, and September are less crowded but often still full on weekends. Email or phone ahead during shoulder seasons; the hut may have limited staffing before mid-June.
The hut offers 30-40 bed spaces across dormitory rooms. Meals are available on-site, including dinner and breakfast for those staying overnight. Full-board packages are standard. Water comes from a mountain spring. The hut operates year-round but sees heaviest traffic from June through September. Winter opening is weather-dependent and requires advance confirmation.
Book direct with the guardian or contact the FFCAM (Fédération Française des Clubs Alpins et de Montagne) for current details, as this is a private refuge run under CAF agreement. July and August require booking 4–6 weeks ahead. May, June, and September are less crowded but often still full on weekends. Email or phone ahead during shoulder seasons; the hut may have limited staffing before mid-June.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August; earlier bookends and shoulder season (June, September) need less advance notice.
Open June to September as a staffed refuge; winter access is possible but unreliable—contact the hut before attempting December to March.
Start from the hamlet of Nant-Borran in the Nant Borrant valley; the hike in takes 2 hours and climbs 600m to 1772m.
30–40 dormitory bed spaces; expect basic mountain accommodation with shared facilities and dinner and breakfast service.
Yes for hiking; the 2-hour approach is moderate and straightforward, though the 600m gain demands reasonable fitness.
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45.5963, 6.4001
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