Hike to the Carrelet refuge

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Discover the Carrelet refuge located in the Écrins National Park. A family destination par excellence where naturalists, mountaineers on a stopover and budding mountaineers can meet. A haven of greenery at the crossroads of the trails.

About : Hike to the Carrelet refuge

At the bottom of a rocky valley, this path goes back to the origins of the Vénéon and leads to the Carrelet plane. The greenery of this "plane" contrasts with the steep cliff of the Ailefroide which dominates the refuge with its 2000 m of vertical drop. This trail has been extensively restored by the National Park teams so that it is accessible for the enjoyment of hikers.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION :
Departure: La Bérarde
Difference in altitude: 199 m
Duration: 1 hour
Distance: 3,7 km
Level : easy

ITINERARY:
Take the path at the end of the village, passing in front of the mountain house. The itinerary follows the right bank of the Vénéon, crossing several secondary streams equipped with footbridges to reach the Carrelet refuge. The installation of a stone pavement on parts of the path has helped to combat the erosion caused by the passage of hikers and run-off. The return journey is via the same path.

TO SEE ON THE TRAIL :
In the alpine meadow you can see rhododendrons, gentians and many other mountain flowers. Chamois and marmots are not far away: you just have to sharpen your senses to see or hear them.

NOTES:
The refuge is located on the former alpine pasture hamlet of Plat du Carlez, a quiet and green meadow situated at the crossroads of the Vénéon valley and the Chardon valley. An ideal site to admire from the terrace the Ailefroide and the Rouies, emblematic summits of the Ecrins. Whether you are passing through during the day to taste our fresh pasta and drink a homemade juice with vitamins, or staying in our rooms for 8 to 2 people, the Carrelet refuge is ideal for a 100% natural break under the benevolent eye of the peaks. Families and mountaineers are welcome!

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Tips

The refuge is guarded from June to September, Don't forget to book.

En bref

1 h 00

J+ : 199 m

3.7 km

Level green – easy

Map and GPX marking

Hike to the Carrelet refuge

Getting There

Opening

From 15/05 to 31/10.

Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.

Prices

Free access.

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Location supplement

Within the boundary of the Ecrins National Park, so no dogs allowed.