Refuge des Marches

BOOKINGS: 09 72 63 87 48 in summer or online This fully equipped wooden chalet-style refuge belongs to the Communauté de Communes Maurienne Galibier. It was built in 2001 and can accommodate up to 24 people (in the summer season) in a friendly atmosphere. There is a single dormitory, but there are several more private alcoves. The refuge is heated, with a hot shower included in the half-board price. The cooking is simple and natural, based on local and/or organic produce. If you are vegetarian or have other dietary requirements/allergies, you must let us know in advance. To ensure your stay runs smoothly, please book your places in advance on the website or by phone/Whatsapp. Bivouacking is welcome near the refuge. Bivouacker friends, you can have dinner, breakfast and a picnic: please book by phone/Whatsapp For all refuges on the Tour du Thabor this summer 2026: beds will be equipped with duvets or blankets

From La Praz, access to the PREC car park via a forest track passable by car (30 minutes by car, then 2 hrs 30 on foot) from La Praz: path, 2 hrs of climbing, then arrival at the Prec car park and another 2 hrs 30 to reach the refuge From Valmeinier 1800, Haut de Valmeinier car park: 4 hrs 30 via the vallon du col des Marches From Valmeinier les Deserts, Chenalette car park: 4 hrs 30 via the Vallon below the lac de Roche Noire From Val Fréjus: 5 hrs from the Lavoir car park via the col des Sarrasins There is a free shuttle between Valmeinier 1500, l'Armera, Grange Bernard /Chenalette, Valmeinier 1800 and 1850 from early July to late August On-demand shuttles between MODANE AND VALFREJUS: contact the Modane tourist office to book your seats ( nominal fare )

• Evening meal· Yes
• Packed lunch· Yes
• Showers· Yes
• Toilets· Yes
• Bivouac· Yes

Services

Half Board, Picnic, Upon reservation, Lunchtime meal, Evening meal, Breakfast, Free tap water, Hot water for Thermos, Small groceries for sale

Services offered

Area for drying clothes, Possible to wash clothes, Free hot showers, Weather information, Electricity (220v)

Facilities

Dining Area, Terrace

Languages spoken

French, English, Italian, German

Reception

Animals welcome

Payment methods

Bank Cheque, Cash

Please feel free to contact us directly and let us help you to plan your ideal mountain getaway.

Tourist tax 0.88 euros / night / person hot shower: 4 euros 100% charging of electrical devices possible Dogs accepted provided they stay in the cloakroom. Let us know in advance. For sleeping: Sleeping bag liner compulsory. bedding hire: sleeping bag liner 3 euros or full bedding 10 euros (fitted sheet, duvet and pillow )

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