Tour des Dents Blanches

A friendly, family-run mountain pasture. We will be happy to welcome you for a night's rest in our refuge (in dormitory only) or for a simple and generous meal in our inn (only at lunchtime).Le refuge de Chardonnière est situé sur le tracé du GR5 - GR96 et est recommandé aux amoureux de la nature. En effet il est avant tout le lieux d'alpage de nos troupeaux de vaches et de chèvres laitières. Ainsi vous y trouverez un accueil simple et chaleureux, un repas généreux et copieux cuisiné au maximum avec les produits de notre ferme, ainsi qu'une nuit de sommeil bercée au son des clarines.

2,295 metres is the altitude of Bostan's head. The hike from the eponymous hut requires a good two hours of easy climbing.Here, the view has no need to worry about the border limits between Haute-Savoie and Valais Switzerland. The peaks of the nearby Chablais and the Morzine valley block the horizon.

The mountain hut is situated at the Col de la Golèse in the middle of an alpine meadow. It offers a wonderful panorama on the south side overlooking the Giffre valley and Samoëns and on Morzine and Manche valley on the north side.Located on the route of the GR5, GRP Dents blanches and Tour du Haut Giffre, the Golèse refuge is a starting point for many hikes, and you can stay here for one or more days in charming rooms or dormitories. Accessible to all from the age of 5 in 1h30 (600m ascent), the refuge was completely rebuilt in the 90s. The Baud family, who own the refuge, have been welcoming you for over 25 years to this charming alpine setting. Along the trail, you'll discover a rich variety of mountain plants and, if you're discreet, all the wild fauna of our mountains. This autumn, come and enjoy the beautiful autumn colors and a fine meal of game. This winter, the ascent will be groomed and you'll be able to access the refuge on snowshoes or cross-country skis.

Come and discover the Tour des Dents Blanches. You have the choice between a departure from France or from Switzerland. You will live a unique experience. Full-board accommodation.

A starting point for numerous races and circuits, the Refuge du Folly is the perfect place to discover the extraordinary flora and fauna of our mountains. Accessible to all types of hikers, from the most experienced to those taking their first steps.Accessible to all types of hikers, from the most experienced to those taking their first steps, this hike will enable you to discover the extraordinary flora and fauna of our mountains. Accommodation in dormitories or bedrooms (comforters and pillows provided, bring your own silk sheet), half-board option, packed lunches, aperitif boards, soft drinks, etc., as well as local dishes of the day (diots, farcement, croziflette, fondue, etc.) and homemade pastries (blueberry tart, lemon tart, sweet potato tart, chocolate coconut fondant, etc.). Leaning against the slopes of Criou, facing Tuet and the Dents d'Oddaz ridges, the refuge can be the goal of a day hike, or a base for more mountaineering-oriented itineraries. A veritable balcony overlooking the Giffre and Arve valleys, you'll never forget its sunsets!

A mountain trek around the Dents Blanches that we propose you to end with a rafting experience.Walking from refuge to refuge and alternating between the French and Swiss Alps. We will start with a half-day to get the legs warmed-up. We will eat in the refuges, which will allow us to carry less. The scenery is awe-inspiring, chamois, marmots, ibex are not afraid to show themselves and the limestone geology is absolutely magnificent. The mountain lakes and the routes with ropes or ladders will leave a beautiful, lasting souvenir.

Located on the Col de la Golèse in the heart of the mountain pastures, the refuge offers an exceptional panorama of the Giffre (Samoëns) valley on the south side and the Manche (Morzine) on the north side.Located on the GR5, GRP Dents blanches and Tour du Haut Giffre, the Golèse refuge is a starting point for many hikes. You can stay there for one or more days in cosy rooms or dormitories. Accessible to all since the age of 5 years in 1h30 (600m difference in altitude), the refuge was completely rebuilt in the 90s. The Baud family, owners of the refuge, have been welcoming you for over 25 years in this charming alpine setting. On the path, you will discover a rich variety of mountain plants but also, if you know how to be discreet, all the wild fauna of our mountains.