Refuge des Dents du Midi
1.5About
Refuge des Dents du Midi sits at 2,884m on the Dents du Midi massif, a fortress of rock overlooking the Valais. Reach it from the Ovronnaz cable car (1,359m) via the Lac de Taney trail, a 4-5 hour push that gains 1,500m steadily uphill. The route traverses alpine meadows before steepening into scree and rocky terrain. This is a serious approach—come with legs ready and proper boots. The hut serves mountaineers and strong hikers accessing the Dents peaks and traverses across the High Valais.
The refuge holds 20 beds in basic mountain accommodation. There are no meals served—bring food or use the self-catering kitchen to prepare your own. Water comes from the mountain. The hut opens mid-June to mid-September, weather dependent. Winter and shoulder seasons require prior arrangement with the guardian. Expect no-frills shelter: you're here for the climbing and the views across to Mont-Blanc and the Rhône valley, not creature comforts.
Book directly with the guardian by phone or email. July and August are busy—contact at least 6 weeks ahead if you're coming then. June and September have more space but bring warm layers: snow lingers and nights are cold at this elevation. Bring a sleeping bag. The hut lies on SAC section Argentine's territory; members get priority booking.
The refuge holds 20 beds in basic mountain accommodation. There are no meals served—bring food or use the self-catering kitchen to prepare your own. Water comes from the mountain. The hut opens mid-June to mid-September, weather dependent. Winter and shoulder seasons require prior arrangement with the guardian. Expect no-frills shelter: you're here for the climbing and the views across to Mont-Blanc and the Rhône valley, not creature comforts.
Book directly with the guardian by phone or email. July and August are busy—contact at least 6 weeks ahead if you're coming then. June and September have more space but bring warm layers: snow lingers and nights are cold at this elevation. Bring a sleeping bag. The hut lies on SAC section Argentine's territory; members get priority booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 3-4 months ahead for summer, especially July-August; contact by email or phone to check availability and confirm your dates.
The hut is typically staffed June to September, though opening dates depend on snow conditions—confirm current status before planning your trip.
Take the Ovronnaz cable car (1,359m) and hike the Lac de Taney trail: 4-5 hours gaining 1,500m through meadows, scree, and rocky terrain to 2,884m.
The hut has a self-catering kitchen—bring your own food and cook; there are no meals served, so plan provisions for your stay.
No—this is a serious mountain hut for experienced hikers and mountaineers; the approach gains 1,500m steeply over rough terrain and requires good fitness and proper alpine boots.
Location
46.1643, 6.9390
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- SAC Club Alpin Suisse (section Argentine)
- Total
- 20
Facilities
Self catering
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +41 79 680 60 71
- Website
- https://www.cas-argentine.ch/
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