Refuge de la Croix de Pierre
1.4
Savoie, France
About
Refuge de la Croix de Pierre stands at 2,089m on the eastern edge of Parc National de la Vanoise, above the Vallée de la Tarentaise. Reach it from the village of Landry in 4–5 hours via the Pont de la Reculaz and the GR55 trail. The approach gains 1,100m steadily through forest and open alpine meadow. In winter, access becomes difficult without mountaineering experience.
The refuge sleeps 40 people in shared dormitories. Meals and hot drinks are available; bring water containers as the hut has no tap water. The guardian operates the hut from late June to late September. Facilities are basic: pit toilets and no shower. This is a working hut for walkers crossing the Vanoise, not a destination halt. Expect simple, filling food rather than comfort.
Book directly by email or phone as far ahead as possible. July and August fill quickly, especially for weekends. A deposit typically secures your place. The hut closes entirely outside the summer season. If you're planning a multi-day Vanoise traverse, confirm availability before committing to your itinerary.
The refuge sleeps 40 people in shared dormitories. Meals and hot drinks are available; bring water containers as the hut has no tap water. The guardian operates the hut from late June to late September. Facilities are basic: pit toilets and no shower. This is a working hut for walkers crossing the Vanoise, not a destination halt. Expect simple, filling food rather than comfort.
Book directly by email or phone as far ahead as possible. July and August fill quickly, especially for weekends. A deposit typically secures your place. The hut closes entirely outside the summer season. If you're planning a multi-day Vanoise traverse, confirm availability before committing to your itinerary.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August, especially weekends; contact the refuge by phone or email to reserve.
The refuge is staffed June to September; winter access requires mountaineering experience and prior arrangement.
Start from Landry village and follow the GR55 via Pont de la Reculaz; the hike is 4–5 hours with 1,100m elevation gain through forest and meadow to 2,089m.
Meals and hot drinks are served; bring your own water containers since the hut has no reliable drinking water supply.
Yes—the route is well-marked and non-technical, though the 1,100m ascent demands fitness; it's a solid day hike for those accustomed to 4–5 hour efforts.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- PNF
- Season
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- Total
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +33 6 19 56 36 04
- Website
- https://www.refugedelacroixdepierre.fr/