Refuge
in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Restaurant-Gite les Ecuries de Charamillon

Nestled in the heart of the Charamillon mountain pastures, our refuge-restaurant welcomes you in winter for a gourmet break on the slopes during your ski days, and in summer becomes your base camp for exploring the trails of the Mont Blanc massif.
Come visit us to enjoy our Mont Blanc view terrace, in a warm and friendly atmosphere.

– RESTAURANT: in winter as in summer, our mountain restaurant located directly on the slopes of the Balme ski area offers a gourmet break for mountain lovers. Whether you are a fan of creamy tartiflettes, tasty meats, or vegetarian dishes, our menu will satisfy all your desires.

– REFUGE: the Ecuries de Charamillon are located on the routes of the Tour du Mont Blanc and the Tour du Pays du Mont Blanc. The refuge is an ideal point for your getaways in the Mont Blanc massif.

Accommodation: the Stables offer a total of 19 beds in small, comfortable dormitories for 3 or 4 people.

Tents: We also offer accommodation options in equipped private tents.

Bivouac: bivouac locations with access to showers, toilets, electricity and out-of-bag room.

Other services: free hot showers, Wi-Fi, electricity, mountain bike battery charging, small grocery store, rental of linen and towels, drinking water.

– ACCESS: the Ecuries de Charamillon are easily accessible with a 10-minute walk from the Charamillon cable car.

– GROUPS AND SEMINARS: the Ecuries welcome you for your private events and seminars. Our refuge is perfect for groups looking for an authentic mountain experience and a friendly atmosphere.
Tips and Suggestions

Refuge on the following GR route: TMB
– Ideas for a circuit with nearby refuges: Climb to Albert 1er (2h30) – Loriaz Refuge via Vallorcine (6h) – Bérard Refuge via Les Posettes and Bérard Valley (6h).
Difficulty: good trails.

Catering and refueling

Open 7/7, we offer dishes cooked by us with preferably local products.

Traditional dishes for lovers of authenticity, and other more original ones for those wishing to change horizons!…

Our menu is developed at the beginning of each season in order to vary the pleasures. We also take into account dietary requirements, vegetarians and gluten intolerant people should also find what they are looking for!

Homemade and seasonal cuisine (specialties, salads, soup, chef's inspiration, delicacies for dessert or snack) on the ski slopes.

We speak: English, French

Location details

Nearest village or station: From the village of Le Tour, easy path towards the Charamillon gondola station. From the station, climb up the mountain pasture towards the refuge. About 1h30 "at ease".
Possible access by ski lift: 15 min walk.
Coach parking at Le Tour.
Guidebook references:
– Tour of Mont Blanc.
Cartographic references:
– IGN maps: 3630 OT
Possible access authorized by 4X4 for the emergency services.

Nearest bus stop: Le Tour
Nearest train stop: Montroc – Le Planet
Nearby car parks: Le Tour car park

Capacity

Total capacity: 19
Number of bedroom(s): 5

Opening

Opening hours from June 08 to September 22, 2024
MondayOpen
TuesdayOpen
WednesdayOpen
ThursdayOpen
FridayOpen
SaturdayOpen
SundayOpen
  • From 14/06 to 23/09/2021, every day. By reservation only. From 18/12/2021 to 17/04/2022, every day.

Prices

Further information) :
Reductions granted to children under 12 and to companions and guides.

Half board (/ pers.)
((Including overnight stay, breakfast and evening meal - drinks not included -))

Payment method

  • Bank / credit card
  • Cheque
  • Cash

Services

Equipments

  • Sustainable development equipment
  • Management of waste

Services

  • Half board
  • Catering

Comfort

  • Hot showers

Home animals

Animals are accepted
From 50 € / week

Address

Old municipal road No. 7 from Argentière to Col de la Balme
Balme ski area
Le Tour
74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
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