Refuge des Sources (cabane non gardée)

Villard-Notre-Dame
– Mountain hut  
Situated at 2 m, this small, unguarded refuge, with no water, electricity, or toilet, is a call to adventure! Facing due south, it is located in the Écrins National Park, on the path leading to the summit of Rochail.
PRESENTATION
Perched at an altitude of 2 meters, the Refuge des Sources is a small, unguarded 268 m² cabin nestled in the Écrins National Park, in the commune of Villard-Notre-DameAccessible about a 3-hour walk from the village, it overlooks the Vallon torrent and offers a breathtaking view of Oisans.
This communal refuge, with its rustic authenticity, is an ideal stopover for hikers or mountain lovers in search of adventure.



CAPACITY AND EQUIPMENT
Rustic in character, this small communal cabin offers the most basic comforts. It includes six mattresses, blankets, a table, and benches.
Capacity: 6 people
Available equipment: 6 mattresses with blankets, a table, benches and stools, basic kitchen utensils.
NO RUNNING WATER, NO ELECTRICITY, NO TOILETS
Note: The wood stove present is out of order and the use of fire is strictly prohibited inside.
A guestbook is available to you. You can tell us about your race, your night, your experience!



ACCESS
Access to the Sources refuge is only on foot.
Duration of the climb from Villard-Notre-Dame : approximately 3 hours (allow 4 hours with a full bag)
Elevation gain since Villard-Notre-Dame : approximately 800 meters
Type of trail: typical Oisans mountain trail, without any groomed switchbacks, requiring good physical condition



RESERVATION REQUIRED: https://refugedessources.jimdofree.com/r%C3%A9servation/

Opening

Opening hours from January 01 to August 31, 2025
MondayOpen
TuesdayOpen
WednesdayOpen
ThursdayOpen
FridayOpen
Open on SaturdayOpen
SundayOpen

Pricing

PricingMin.Max.
Night

5 €Not disclosed
  • Bank / credit card

Practical information

We speak French
Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible
Pets are not accepted
From the hairpin bend below Villard Notre-Dame, on foot take the southern path which heads towards the Rochail valley.

Capacity

Maximum number of beds: 6

Location

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From 5 € the night

Address

38520 Villard-Notre-Dame
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