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Refuge des Sources (non garded hut)

Description

Located at 2,268 m, this small unguarded refuge with no water, electricity or toilet is a call to adventure! Facing due south, it is located in the Écrins National Park, on the path leading to the Rochail summit.
PRESENTATION
Perched at an altitude of 2,268 meters, the Refuge des Sources is a small, unguarded 20 m² hut nestled in the Ecrins National Park, in the commune of Villard-Notre-Dame. Approximately 3 hours' walk from the village, it overlooks the Vallon torrent and offers a breathtaking view of the Oisans.
This communal refuge, with its rustic authenticity, is an ideal stopover for backpackers or mountain lovers in search of adventure.



CAPACITY AND FACILITIES
Rustic in character, this small communal hut offers the most rudimentary comforts. It comprises 6 mattresses, blankets, a table and benches.
Capacity: 6 people
Equipment available: 6 mattresses with blankets, a table, benches and stools, basic kitchen utensils.
NO RUNNING WATER, ELECTRICITY OR TOILETS
Note: the wood-burning stove is out of order and the use of fire is strictly forbidden inside.
A guestbook is at your disposal. You can write about your race, your night, your experience!



ACCESS
Access to the refuge des Sources is on foot only.
Length of ascent from Villard-Notre-Dame: approx. 3 h (allow 4 h with a loaded rucksack)
Ascent from Villard-Notre-Dame: approx. 800 m
Type of trail: typical Oisans mountain trail, with no switchbacks, requiring good physical condition.



BOOKING ESSENTIAL: refugedessources.jimdofree.com/réservation/

Technical Information

Lat, Lng
44.993916.02889
Coordinates copied
Altitude
2268 m
Point of Interest updated on 30/08/2025

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Date and time

  • From 01/01/2026 to 31/08/2026

Additional information

Location complements

From the hairpin bend just below Villard Notre Dame, take the hiking path to the south towards the Vallon du Rochail.

Open period

From 01/01 to 31/08.

Ranking and capacity

Refuge
Capacity : 6 people

Updated by

Oisans Tourisme - 29/08/2025
www.bike-oisans.com
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Price(s)

Night: 5 €.

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Image Oisans Tourisme
proposed by Oisans Tourisme
1 bis rue Humbert 38520 Le Bourg d'Oisans France

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Caution!
We have no information on the difficulty of this circuit. You may encounter some surprises along the way. Before you go, please feel free to inquire more and take all necessary precautions. Have a good trip! 🌳🥾