Refuge du Fond D'Aussois
3.6About
Refuge du Fond d'Aussois sits at 2346m in the Maurienne valley, above the village of Aussois in Savoie. The approach takes 2 to 2.5 hours from the hamlet of Aussois. Follow the valley path steadily upward through larch forest and alpine meadow. The hut serves as a base for traverses into Parc National de la Vanoise and routes toward Mont Thabor. It's accessible from mid-June through September when snow clears from the approach.
The refuge manages 52 beds in shared dormitories. The FFCAM (Fédération Française des Clubs Alpins et de Montagne) runs the hut and provides meals in a communal dining area. Dinner and breakfast are included with most overnight stays. The kitchen prepares simple, hearty food suited to mountain appetites. Facilities include running water and pit toilets; there's no shower. The hut is staffed full-time during the season.
Book by phone directly with the refuge. July and August fill quickly; aim to reserve at least 3 to 4 weeks ahead for these months. June and September have more availability. The refuge sometimes accommodates walk-ins early in the season or outside peak weeks, but don't rely on this. Half-board (dinner and breakfast) is standard; packed lunches are available for the next day's climbing.
The refuge manages 52 beds in shared dormitories. The FFCAM (Fédération Française des Clubs Alpins et de Montagne) runs the hut and provides meals in a communal dining area. Dinner and breakfast are included with most overnight stays. The kitchen prepares simple, hearty food suited to mountain appetites. Facilities include running water and pit toilets; there's no shower. The hut is staffed full-time during the season.
Book by phone directly with the refuge. July and August fill quickly; aim to reserve at least 3 to 4 weeks ahead for these months. June and September have more availability. The refuge sometimes accommodates walk-ins early in the season or outside peak weeks, but don't rely on this. Half-board (dinner and breakfast) is standard; packed lunches are available for the next day's climbing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 3–4 months ahead for July and August; call the refuge directly to confirm availability and make a reservation.
Open mid-June through September, depending on snow conditions in the approach.
Hike 2 to 2.5 hours from Aussois village, following the valley path through larch forest and alpine meadow to 2346m.
The refuge provides dinner and breakfast; beds are in shared dormitories with 52 places total.
Yes—the approach is steady and non-technical, making it accessible for hikers with basic fitness; it's a good base for Vanoise and Mont Thabor routes.
Location
45.2768, 6.7025
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- FFCAM Club Alpin Français
- Total
- 52
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +33 4 79 20 39 83
- Website
- https://refugefonddaussois.ffcam.fr/
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