Refuge Les Ecuries de Charamillon

CHAMONIX

  • 29 guests
  • 1950m
  • Open from June 9, 2027 to September 19, 2027
The Ecuries de Charamillon hut is located in the heart of the mountain pastures in the Tour/Col de Balme ski area.
Peace and quiet are guaranteed, with only the black Hérens cows and marmots for company.
The sunny terrace and breathtaking views of the Mont Blanc range and Chamonix valley will help you recharge your batteries.

High-altitude refuge in a former mountain farm
Accommodation capacity: 19 places in 5 dormitories and 5 fully equipped tents for 2 people, sleeping bag liner compulsory.
3 showers, 2 WCs, dining room & picnic room

Bivouac area

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Arrival by 18:00 · Departure before 09:00 · Meals at 19:00

Available Fully booked Close
Valentina CREATINI & Mathias JEAN

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Location and nearby services

Tour du Mont-Blanc stage: CHAMONIX Direct access to the TMB and GR5 trails Right next to shops and transport

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  • Bus
  • Ski lifts
  • Train

Facilities and services

  • Bar
  • Bicycle and mountain bike storage room
  • Packed lunch room
  • Terrace
  • Half Board
  • Hot water for a flask
  • Free drinking water
  • Breakfast
  • Picnic
  • By reservation
  • Evening meal
  • Sale of bread
  • Sale of small groceries
  • Free hot showers
  • Extra sheets
  • Electricity (220v)
  • Weather information
  • Clothes drying room
  • Packed lunch room
  • Wi-Fi (free)

Practical information

Half board dormitory: €66.00/person
Half board equipped tent for 2 people: €122.00
Camping pitch: €10.00 per person (access to toilet facilities, electricity and picnic area)
Dinner (to be booked before 6.00 pm): €27.00
Breakfast (to be booked before 9.00 pm): €13.00

Picnic (to be ordered on arrival): €13.00
Tourist tax : €0.80

Accepts euros, Bank card, Bank cheque, Species

English, Spanish, French, Italian

The hut is located in the Charamillon mountain pasture under the name ‘Chalets de Charamillon’ on IGN maps.
It can be reached from the Tour du Mont Blanc trail, from the village of Le Tour (1 hour) or from the Charamillon cable car (15 minutes).

After passing the Col de Balme, follow signs for Le Tour/Charamillon and descend into the mountain pasture between the two ski lifts in the ski area.
Signposts are installed in the mountain pasture.

Restaurant open for lunch every day. A selection of fresh, local produce is available. The terrace offers superb views of the Mont Blanc range.