Refuge des Évettes
3.6About
Refuge des Évettes sits at 2,594m in the Chaîne de la Vanoise, above the Vallée de la Maurienne. The approach takes 4–5 hours from Bonneval-en-Tarentaise via the Lac de la Plagne route, gaining roughly 1,000m steadily through alpine meadows and rocky terrain. Summer snow can block the path until late June; check conditions locally before heading up. Winter access is not practical.
The refuge is a solid base for traversing the Vanoise and connecting to neighbouring huts on multi-day routes. It holds 64 beds across small dormitories and sleeps most groups comfortably. The warden provides dinner and breakfast; you'll need to order meals in advance. Water comes from the glacier-fed stream. The hut runs from mid-June to late September, closing when autumn storms arrive. Facilities are basic—toilets outside, no showers—but the location rewards the effort.
Book by phone as early as possible; July and August fill 2–3 months ahead. Contact details are available through the FFCAM directory. Half-board (demi-pension) is mandatory for overnight stays. The hut becomes busy during school holidays and weekends, so aim for June or September if you prefer quieter conditions. Bring a headtorch and be ready for weather changes even in summer.
The refuge is a solid base for traversing the Vanoise and connecting to neighbouring huts on multi-day routes. It holds 64 beds across small dormitories and sleeps most groups comfortably. The warden provides dinner and breakfast; you'll need to order meals in advance. Water comes from the glacier-fed stream. The hut runs from mid-June to late September, closing when autumn storms arrive. Facilities are basic—toilets outside, no showers—but the location rewards the effort.
Book by phone as early as possible; July and August fill 2–3 months ahead. Contact details are available through the FFCAM directory. Half-board (demi-pension) is mandatory for overnight stays. The hut becomes busy during school holidays and weekends, so aim for June or September if you prefer quieter conditions. Bring a headtorch and be ready for weather changes even in summer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August; the refuge has 64 beds and fills quickly during peak season. Contact them by phone to confirm availability and make a reservation.
The refuge is staffed from late June to mid-September, depending on snow conditions; summer snow can block the approach until late June, so verify access before your visit.
The standard approach is 4–5 hours from Bonneval-en-Tarentaise via the Lac de la Plagne route, with roughly 1,000m elevation gain through alpine meadows and rocky terrain.
The refuge provides bed spaces (64 beds total), meals, and basic mountain hut amenities; expect dormitory-style sleeping and a communal dining setup typical of French Alpine refuges.
It's suited for hikers with solid mountain experience—the 4–5 hour approach and 1,000m gain are moderate-to-challenging, and high-altitude exposure on the route requires comfort with exposure and variable conditions.
Location
45.3685, 7.1074
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- FFCAM Club Alpin Français
- Total
- 64
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Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +33 4 79 05 96 64
- Website
- https://refugedesevettes.ffcam.fr/
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