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Prariond refuge
Located in the heart of the Vanoise National Park, in the hollow of the Prariond valley and upstream of the Malpasset gorges, this refuge will allow hikers, mountaineers and off-piste skiers to immerse themselves in a superb environment.
Description
The refuge was completely rehabilitated in spring 2020.
During the guarding period: possible access to a picnic area.
The refuge is also guarded in the spring for ski touring.
Bivouac: capacity for 10 people or 10 tents.
In the heart of the Vanoise National Park, bivouacking is permitted in the summer period, only on dedicated sites in the immediate vicinity of the refuge, during the guarding period. You have to book your site in advance with the refuge.
Outside the guarding period, the refuge is open and provides: dormitory, blankets, heating and cooking facilities and dishes.
The refuge is managed sustainably (waste management, renewable photovoltaic energy and pico hydroelectric power station, etc.) and contributes to raising public awareness in terms of sustainable development and nature protection.
Equipment
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Covered picnic area
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Shared WC
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Restaurant
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Waste management
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Photovoltaic panel
Comfort
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Wood available
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kitchen corner
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Hot showers
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Pay shower
Environments
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Mountain location
Rates
From 01/01 to 06/03/2026
Night: 12 €
Child rate per night: 5 €.
From 07/03 to 25/04/2026
Night: 28 €
Child rate per night: 12 €
Half board (pp): 68 €
Half-board (child): 25 to 45 €.
From 26/04 to 12/06/2026
Night: 12 €
Child rate per night: 5 €.
From 13/06 to 13/09/2026
Night: 24 €
Child rate per night: 12 €
Half board (pp): 59 €
Half-board (child): 25 to 45 €.
Reduced rate for children, young people up to 18 years old, and students (upon presentation of valid ID).
Payment methods
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Check
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Cash
Opening period
From 01/01 to 06/03/2026 daily.
From 07/03 to 25/04/2026 daily.
From 26/04 to 12/06/2026 daily.
From 13/06 to 13/09/2026 daily.
Spoken languages
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German
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English
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French
Labels
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Location
Nearest village or resort: Val d'Isère.
Walking time from the nearest car park: 1h 15 walk.
Access possible by ski lifts in spring.
Access possible by trail, snowshoes, cross-country and downhill skiing.
Coach parking at Pont St Charles + 1 hour walk on trail.
IGN maps: TOP 25 - 3633 ET - Tignes/Val dIsère/Haute Maurienne.
Documents
Animals
Pets allowed : No
