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Refuge de Plan du Lac (2385m), Vanoise National Park

Situated deep in the Vanoise National Park, this refuge is open all year round

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Val d’Isere
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A great location for hikers during the summer months and those more adventurous hikers and mountaineers in the winter.

Open all year round they can supply toilet facilities, showers, a covered picnic area and waste management. 

Summer

The refuge sleeps 42 people in seven bedrooms that sleep four in each, a dorm for six and another for eight. blankets and pillows are provided, but for hygiene reasons you must bring or rent your own sheet or sleeping bag liner.

Winter

The refuge is unguarded. There are 20 beds available with duvets and pillows, a kitchen with gas and utensils, a wood stove and wood. You pay for your stay upon your return via the payment platform.

The refuge serves local dishes made from traditional regional produce and picnic lunches can be provided on request.

Bivouacking

Whilst bivouacking in the Vanoise National Park isn't allowed you may pitch your tent on the dedicated area by the refuge during the guard period - you will need to book and pay for this in advance as places are limited and regulated. Tent pitching is from 19:00 until 08:00 and you must be self-sufficient with your camping equipment. You will get access to the picnic room and toilets, plus you can take advantage of half-board facilities.

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Directions

Access from the Bellecombe car park is an easy 30-minute walk, and a paid shuttle will drop you off right outside our door if needed.

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