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Folly mountain refuge

Folly mountain refuge
Folly mountain refuge
Folly mountain refuge
Folly mountain refuge
Folly mountain refuge
Folly mountain refuge
Folly mountain refuge
Folly mountain refuge
Folly mountain refuge
Folly mountain refuge

Description

A starting point for numerous races and circuits, the Refuge du Folly is the perfect place to discover the extraordinary flora and fauna of our mountains. Accessible to all types of hikers, from the most experienced to those taking their first steps.
Accessible to all types of hikers, from the most experienced to those taking their first steps, this hike will enable you to discover the extraordinary flora and fauna of our mountains.
Accommodation in dormitories or bedrooms (comforters and pillows provided, bring your own silk sheet), half-board option, packed lunches, aperitif boards, soft drinks... but also local dishes of the day (diots, farcement, croziflette, fondue...) and homemade pastries (blueberry tart, lemon tart, sweet potato tart, chocolate coconut fondant...).
Backing onto the slopes of Criou, facing Tuet and the ridges of Dents d'Oddaz, the refuge can be the goal of a day hike (to the famous Lac Des Chambres for example, or to Pointe de Bellegarde for the more motivated), or a base for more mountaineering-oriented itineraries (Pointe des Avoudrues). A veritable balcony overlooking the Giffre and Arve valleys, you'll never forget its sunsets!

Technical Information

Lat, Lng
46.1029056.772175
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Altitude
1560 m
Point of Interest updated on 20/06/2026

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Date and time

  • From 22/05/2026 to 28/09/2026

Additional information

Ranking and capacity

Refuge
Capacity : 68 people

Updated by

Office de Tourisme de Samoëns - 19/06/2026
www.samoens.com
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Price(s)

From 10/10/2025 to 30/04/2026
Night: 7 € (Overnight stay in unguarded refuge).

From 22/05 to 28/09/2026
Night: 17 to 24 €
Half board (pp): 50 €
Half-board (child): 25 to 37 €
Full board (pp): 65 €
Full board (child): 35 to 47 €.


Discount for children aged 4 to 12.
Room supplement: €7.

Services for children

Baby bath, high chair, special sleeping bag, cot.

Sustainable tourism

Electricity produced by pico power plant thanks to hydraulic energy! Spring water at 4°C. Local and seasonal products

Conditions of access for motorized vehicles

No motorized vehicles. At best a VTTAE if you master the slopes ;)

Tips

2-day tour of the teeth of Oddaz

Location complements

Nearest village or resort: Samoëns. Walking time from nearest parking lot: 2h. Access by footpath: Le chemin du pied du crêt (easiest): 2h15 - 740m ascent - Le chemin du Crêt (more aerial): 2h00 - 560m ascent. Also accessible by mountain bike (for the very experienced), snowshoe, ski touring and joëlette. Coach parking - References topo guides: Tour de dents blanches (website) - topo FFRP 741- IGN maps: TOP 25 - 3530 ET.

Animals

Yes. Dogs are allowed in the rooms at night but are not permitted in the dormitory; however, they may sleep on the ground floor. There is no extra charge for dogs. Please call the shelter to request permission before booking.

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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! 🌳🥾