Refuge du Creux de Lachat
4.3About
Refuge du Creux de Lachat sits at 1,350m in the Savoie Alps, on the high plateau above the Tarentaise valley. Reach it from the village of Landry via the Lac de Roselend trail—about 2.5 hours on foot through beech forest and alpine meadow. The hut works as a base for day walks across the Chaîne de Belledonne or as a stop on multi-day traverses linking the northern Parc National de la Vanoise foothills. Winter snow closes access from November through April.
The refuge is managed by FFCAM and operates as a traditional mountain shelter. It sleeps around 30 people in dormitories. Meals are available: cooked dinner and breakfast if you book ahead, or simple provisions if you're self-catering. Water comes from the stream nearby. Facilities are basic—this is a working hut, not a hostel. The hut keeper lives on-site year-round and maintains the building during hiking season. Mobile signal is weak; don't rely on it.
Book directly by phone as early as possible if you plan to visit July or August. The hut fills quickly on weekends and during school holidays. Call ahead to confirm opening dates and meal availability. Outside peak season (June, September, October) you can often turn up without reservation, but phone first to check the hut is staffed.
The refuge is managed by FFCAM and operates as a traditional mountain shelter. It sleeps around 30 people in dormitories. Meals are available: cooked dinner and breakfast if you book ahead, or simple provisions if you're self-catering. Water comes from the stream nearby. Facilities are basic—this is a working hut, not a hostel. The hut keeper lives on-site year-round and maintains the building during hiking season. Mobile signal is weak; don't rely on it.
Book directly by phone as early as possible if you plan to visit July or August. The hut fills quickly on weekends and during school holidays. Call ahead to confirm opening dates and meal availability. Outside peak season (June, September, October) you can often turn up without reservation, but phone first to check the hut is staffed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Call ahead to check availability—there's no online booking system, so phone contact is essential, especially for weekends and July-August.
Open May through October; closed November to April due to snow.
Start from Landry village and follow the Lac de Roselend trail for 2.5 hours to reach the hut at 1,350m.
The hut provides meals and bed space as a basic mountain refuge; bring a sleeping bag as bedding may be limited.
Yes—the 2.5-hour approach from Landry is moderate terrain through forest and meadow, ideal for walkers new to mountain huts.
Location
45.7224, 6.0350
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4.3
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- FFCAM
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +33 623 36 65 75
- Website
- https://www.chamberymontagnes.com/fiche/refuge-du-creux-de-lachat/
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