At the crossroads of the Maurienne, the Vallée Etroite, and Nevache, a site nevertheless isolated in a "high mountain" valley softened by the presence of the lakes of Ste Marguerite.
The easy approach walk, the mountain lakes and the gentle alpine pastures that surround the refuge are conducive to a first discovery of the mountain environment. Charline and Ludovic, a couple of friendly young caretakers, welcome and advise families and hikers on their way to the ascent of Mount Thabor (3178 m).
Spring: February 8 to April 20, 2025Summer: June 14 to September 19, 2025
MOUNTAINEERING: Mont Thabor - Cheval Blanc - Cime de la PlanetteLONG-DISTANCE HIKING: GR5 Tour du Mont Thabor - Grande Traversée des Alpes (GTA) - GR57MOUNTAIN SKIING: Mont Thabor - Pointe des Sarrazins - Nevache/Modane crossing.
Main access in summer/winter from Valfréjus, Lavoir car park.Access is also possible from Valmeinier, Névache or the Vallée Etroite.
It is advisable to bring a stove and a small duvet.
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Showers are only accessible in summer