Refuge du Carro
4.3About
Refuge du Carro sits at 2,764m in the Tarentaise valley of Savoie, on the eastern flank of the Massif de la Vanoise. The hut is reached in roughly 3 hours from the Champagny-en-Vanoise side, following a well-marked path through larch forest that opens onto alpine meadows. Winter access is severely restricted; the hut closes from November through May. Summer is the only realistic window.
The refuge holds 61 beds across multiple dormitories. Meals are provided (half-board or full-board), with simple evening fare typical of FFCAM refuges—soup, bread, cheese, and a main dish. Water comes from the adjacent stream. There is no electricity; lighting is by gas and headtorch. Toilets are basic. The hut operates mid-June to mid-September, dependent on snow melt. Expect crowded bunks in July and August, especially weekends.
Book by phone with the hut directly at least 6 weeks ahead for July and August. Weekday arrivals are quieter. The hut manager speaks French primarily; have your dates and group size ready when you call. No online booking system exists; voice contact only.
The refuge holds 61 beds across multiple dormitories. Meals are provided (half-board or full-board), with simple evening fare typical of FFCAM refuges—soup, bread, cheese, and a main dish. Water comes from the adjacent stream. There is no electricity; lighting is by gas and headtorch. Toilets are basic. The hut operates mid-June to mid-September, dependent on snow melt. Expect crowded bunks in July and August, especially weekends.
Book by phone with the hut directly at least 6 weeks ahead for July and August. Weekday arrivals are quieter. The hut manager speaks French primarily; have your dates and group size ready when you call. No online booking system exists; voice contact only.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2-3 months ahead for July and August; the hut has only 61 beds and fills quickly.
Open June to October; closed November through May due to snow and winter conditions.
From Champagny-en-Vanoise, follow the marked trail through larch forest and alpine meadows for roughly 3 hours to reach 2,764m.
Half-board and full-board meal options provided; dormitory accommodation with 61 beds total.
Yes—the 3-hour approach is moderate with a well-marked path, making it accessible for hikers with basic fitness.
Location
45.4199, 7.1231
HutLists Score
4.3
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- FFCAM Club Alpin Français
- Total
- 61
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Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +33 4 79 05 95 79
- Website
- https://refugeducarro.ffcam.fr/
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