Nature and me are a great love story. Apart from being a refuge keeper, I am a ski instructor and mountain guide.
The refuge is located in the heart of the nature reserve, a privileged and preserved place. What I want is for you to feel at home here by making this refuge a welcoming and warm place to spend good times in the company of nature enthusiasts.
Rustic and warm mid-mountain refuge.
We have 4 private rooms for 2 to 6 people. Ideal for families or more comfort.
We also have 2 dormitories for 8 to 12 people for the conviviality of the refuge.
Possibility to take a hot shower after your day of hiking.
Ideal location, in the middle of a nature reserve, to enjoy the end of the day in good company around a good local beer.
Half-board: reservation required via the website: www.montourdumontblanc.com
– Dish of the day, salads
- Drinks
Half board with reservation required
Refuge on the following GR route: Tour du Mont-Blanc – Great crossing of the Alps
Refuge on the following GRP route: Mont-Blanc country tour – Beaufortin tour
Day hike: Lacs Jovets: 2175 m, 2 hours, easy trail, magnificent mountain lake.
Col de la Fenêtre: 2245 m, 2 hours, steeper path on arrival, panoramic view of Mont Blanc.
North head of Four: 2756 m, 3h30, longer route and greater difference in altitude, 360° panorama orientation table.
Hiking over several days: GR5 – GRP
My name is Michaël GUT and I am the new guardian of the Balme refuge, like my father and my grandfather. The shelter is a family affair.
Nature and me are a great love story. Apart from being a refuge keeper, I am a ski instructor and mountain guide.
Location details
Walking time from the nearest car park: Parking Notre Dame de la gorge 1h30.
Possible access on horseback, with a donkey, by mountain bike.
Coach parking at Notre Dame de la Gorge.
Guidebook references: FFRI
– IGN maps: TOP 25 3531 – 3531 OT
- In the mountains
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Type of accommodation
- Bedrooms
- Dorm room
Opening
| Opening hours from June 15 to September 15, 2024 | |
|---|---|
| Monday | Open from 07 p.m. to 20:30 p.m. |
| Tuesday | Open from 07 p.m. to 20:30 p.m. |
| Wednesday | Open from 07 p.m. to 20:30 p.m. |
| Thursday | Open from 07 p.m. to 20:30 p.m. |
| Friday | Open from 07 p.m. to 20:30 p.m. |
| Saturday | Open from 07 p.m. to 20:30 p.m. |
| Sunday | Open from 07 p.m. to 20:30 p.m. |
- From 15/06 to 15/09 from 7 a.m. to 20 p.m.
Prices
| Prices | Min. | Max. |
|---|---|---|
| Breakfast | 12 € | - |
| Picnic to take away | 13 € | - |
| Half board (/ pers.) | 60 € | 85 € |
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