Les Bans refuge
Alice Granet
Alice Granet
©Thibaut BLAIS
Despite the relatively low altitude of this small mountain refuge, it has a ‘high mountain’ feel due to the nearby high summits (Jocelme, Aupillous and Bans).
Out of season, the refuge is open but not manned. For groups, it is possible to reserve a warden. Requests to be made to the wardens.
Set in a wonderful, wild valley, the Bans refuge is the Pays des Écrins' family refuge. Indeed, at less than two hours’ walk, access to this high mountain refuge is possible for the whole family, a perfect opportunity for youngsters to discover life in a refuge. For mountaineering, it is the start point for the Bans massif, Coste Counier, Le Diable par la Queue…magnificent routes to explore in summer. It is a Club Alpin Français refuge that can accommodate 22 and is manned from June to mid-September. Catering possible when it is manned. Reservation necessary.
Surrounded by peaks over 3000 m, the Refuge des Bans is the ideal base camp for all mountaineers. It also welcomes hikers. Access is by foot only, after a 2-hour walk and a 460 m ascent.
Spend one or more nights at an altitude of 2080 m, far from the hustle and bustle of the valleys, thanks to Stéphane and Alice, who have been looking after the refuge for over 10 years. In a friendly atmosphere, they offer a dormitory and delicious, invigorating meals. As the refuge is completely self-sufficient in energy, they use a solar oven to cook their meals whenever possible.
With the peaks as a horizon, the terrace lends itself to contemplation. Pure moments of bliss.
Dates to be confirmed.
Languages spoken : english and french
From 01/10/2024 to 31/05/2025.
From 01/06 to 30/09/2025
Night: 9.50 to 19 €
Child rate per night (8-18 years): 10.45 to 15.20 €
CAF member rate per night: 4.75 to 9.50 €
Breakfast: 9 €
Dinner: 21 €.
Free entry for children under 8.
Group rate available for 9 people or more.
Tax not included.
- Cash
- Check
- Travellers Cheque
- Cheese fondue set
- Covered picnic area
- Restaurant
- Sustainable development
- Photovoltaic panel
- Soal hot water
- Waste management
- Terrace
- Shady terrace
- Mountain location
- High mountain
