Refuge des Montagnettes
2.6
Savoie, France
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Refuge des Montagnettes sits at 1,850m in the Chaîne de la Tarentaise, between the valleys of Champagny and Peisey. The standard approach is from Peisey-Nancroix via the Nancroix plateau: roughly 2 hours uphill on marked paths through pasture and larch forest. You can also approach from Champagny-en-Vanoise (allow 3 hours). The hut marks the start of longer routes into the Parc National de la Vanoise and serves as a base for day hikes across the Tarentaise ridges.
The refuge is a small, family-run operation with around 25 beds in a mix of dormitory and smaller shared rooms. Meals are served communally (book half-board at reservation). Water is reliable from the spring behind the hut. The building has no shower but maintains a working kitchen and basic washing facilities. Opening runs from early June through September, with weekends extending into October depending on snow and staffing. Phone ahead to confirm if you're arriving outside high season.
Book directly with the hut by phone or email. July and August weekends fill 4–6 weeks ahead, especially if you want a particular room type. June and September are less crowded but still need a call a few weeks in advance. The hut takes no online platform bookings, so contact them directly before planning your trip.
The refuge is a small, family-run operation with around 25 beds in a mix of dormitory and smaller shared rooms. Meals are served communally (book half-board at reservation). Water is reliable from the spring behind the hut. The building has no shower but maintains a working kitchen and basic washing facilities. Opening runs from early June through September, with weekends extending into October depending on snow and staffing. Phone ahead to confirm if you're arriving outside high season.
Book directly with the hut by phone or email. July and August weekends fill 4–6 weeks ahead, especially if you want a particular room type. June and September are less crowded but still need a call a few weeks in advance. The hut takes no online platform bookings, so contact them directly before planning your trip.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August, earlier if possible since this is a small, popular hut.
Refuge des Montagnettes is staffed from June to September, with peak season in July–August.
From Peisey-Nancroix via the Nancroix plateau: 2 hours uphill on marked paths; alternatively from Champagny-en-Vanoise in 3 hours.
The hut serves dinner and breakfast; beds are in shared dormitories and there is basic running water but no hot showers.
Yes—the approach routes are straightforward and well-marked, making it good for hikers new to Alpine refuges.
Location
45.3215, 6.5296
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