Refuge de la Vogealle
1.7
1,902m
Valais, Switzerland
About
Refuge de la Vogealle sits at 1,902m in the Valais Alps, serving as a base for walkers exploring the region between Verbier and the Val d'Entremont. The hut is accessible from Verbier in roughly 2.5 hours on foot, or from Châble via the Prarion area. Summer hikers use it as a waypoint on longer ridge traverses and valley circuits. Winter access depends on snow conditions.
The refuge accommodates 58 people in mixed and private rooms. Meals are available—book your dinner order when you arrive or the evening before. Showers are on-site. The hut operates year-round, though staffing and services are reduced in winter; check ahead if visiting outside July and August. This is a working mountain hut, not a luxury base. The team runs it simply and efficiently.
Contact the refuge directly by phone or email to check current conditions and book beds. July and August fill quickly—reserve at least 4 weeks ahead for these months. June, September, and early October offer more availability. The hut prefers phone contact for same-week bookings and email for advance reservations. Confirm your arrival time, especially if you're coming after 17:00.
The refuge accommodates 58 people in mixed and private rooms. Meals are available—book your dinner order when you arrive or the evening before. Showers are on-site. The hut operates year-round, though staffing and services are reduced in winter; check ahead if visiting outside July and August. This is a working mountain hut, not a luxury base. The team runs it simply and efficiently.
Contact the refuge directly by phone or email to check current conditions and book beds. July and August fill quickly—reserve at least 4 weeks ahead for these months. June, September, and early October offer more availability. The hut prefers phone contact for same-week bookings and email for advance reservations. Confirm your arrival time, especially if you're coming after 17:00.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead for July and August, especially for weekends. Contact the hut by email or phone to secure your spot.
The hut is open year-round, but staffing and access are most reliable from June to October; winter conditions can limit access.
From Verbier, it's a 2.5-hour hike; from Châble via Prarion is the alternative approach.
The hut has 58 beds in mixed and private rooms, serves meals (order dinner on arrival), and has showers.
Yes—the 2.5-hour walk from Verbier is moderate and well-marked, making it ideal for hikers new to multi-day trips.
Quick Facts
- Season
- –
- Total
- 58
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Showers
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +33 4 58 00 14 85
- Website
- https://refugedelavogealle.com/