The Clarée from refuge to refuge
Explore the Clarée from refuge to refuge, an experience that combines the majesty of the Alpine peaks with the rustic charm of mountain lodgings. Whether you are a hiking enthusiast, nature lover, or simply seeking peace and quiet, this valley offers the ideal playground.
La Haute Clarée: a unique gem
In fact, some alpine chalets and mountain refuges have found a new purpose in welcoming hikers.
Beyond the refuges, several valleys surrounded by ridges and peaks lead to passes that allow you to cross into the Vallée Étroite, Italy, Savoie, or Guisane.
Head there for an invigorating weekend surrounded by nature, contemplating the falling snow and the silent landscape of winter nights, or during the day for a gourmet break that will give you the strength to venture a little higher. In winter, the wardens regularly clear the access path, which starts from the Nordic route in the upper Clarée valley for each of the refuges.
- Buffère Refuge: 1.5-hour climb – 500-meter elevation gain
- Ricou Refuge: 3 hours of climbing – 500m elevation gain
- Laval Refuge: 3-hour climb – 400m elevation gain
- Refuge Chardonnet: 3.5-hour climb – 600m elevation gain
- Drayères Refuge: 4-hour climb – 550m elevation gain.
You will spend the night in comfortable cocoons in the heart of the mountains.
A refuge is a timeless atmosphere, a small temple of calm and a place to recharge your batteries. After beautiful days spent outdoors, exerting yourself intensely, you will find human warmth that warms the heart, as well as the warmth of a fire that warms the body.
Refuge Buffère
Chardonnet Refuge
Refuge Laval
Don't hesitate to hire a mountain guide, ski instructor, or mountain leader to guide you. The Clarée mountain huts are generally open from the end of December.
Ski touring tour of mountain huts
Snowshoe tour of mountain huts
