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Hut Hut · Vanoise Massif · 2,340 m

Bellecombe Refuge

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  • A refuge from the outside world
    A refuge from the outside world
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Authentic refuge in the heart of the Vanoise National Park, at 2350m altitude.
We are the 3rd generation to bring this refuge to life with passion. Take advantage of a Vanoise getaway to visit our refuge - you won't be disappointed!
In a few words...
- We favor short circuits and cook over a wood fire.
- Our refuge is 300m from the Bellecombe parking lot, making it very accessible and perfect for families and hikers.
- We offer 28 beds in comfortable rooms for 2 to 6 people.
- Our cows are grazed to make Beaufort by the Haute Maurienne Vanoise dairy cooperative.

Practical info:
- Don't forget to book!
- Free shuttles from Termignon in season.
- Find out about the regulations governing the heart of the Vanoise National Park (dogs not allowed...).
- We do not accept credit cards.

Our refuge is approved for minors and schoolchildren.
We are companions of the FFRandonné route.
We have been awarded the "refuge en famille" label by the FFCAM.

The main walks/randos from our refuge:
- The magnificent Bellecombe lakes loop
- The short walk to Plan du Lac (accessible with a baby carriage)
- La pointe de Lanserlia, ideal for a wild loop hike with spectacular views of the Vanoise glaciers (700+, unmarked).

The surrounding mountain huts: Plan du Lac, Vallonbrun, Lac Blanc, La Femma, La Leisse, Col de la Vanoise and Arpont.

Great hikes :
Our refuge is ideal as a stopover on the GR5. It is also a popular starting/finishing point for the Vanoise glacier tour.

Opening times

From 06/06 to 25/09/2026 daily.

Sleeping beds

n.a.

Prices

Night: 30 €
Child rate per night : 20 € (Student or guide on presentation of proof of enrolment)
Half board (pp): from 67 €
Half-board (child) : 33 €
Tourist taxes: 0.85 €.

Child entry valid for 0 - 18 years.

1/2 board room 4 to 6 pers. 58€/pers.

Address

Bellecombe Refuge
Bellecombe
73500 Val-Cenis

Coordinates

DD
45.329391, 6.827104
DMS
45°19'45.8"N 6°49'37.6"E
UTM
32T 329726 5021839
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