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Mountain Refuge Hut: La Balme

Mountain Refuge Hut: La Balme
Mountain Refuge Hut: La Balme

Description

The refuge is located in the heart of nature, within the Contamines Montjoie nature reserve, ideally located above the forest to appreciate the beauty of the surrounding landscapes.
The establishment is rustic, which gives it all its charm.
At lunchtime, we offer traditional à la carte mountain dishes, platters of charcuterie and local cheeses as well as homemade pastries, on the terrace facing the Aiguilles de la Pennaz.
To quench your thirst, you will also find a choice of cold and hot drinks but above all a choice of local beers which maintain the reputation of Mont Blanc.
In the evening, we offer half board for hikers, sports enthusiasts, and families wishing to spend an unusual night in a refuge (rooms recommended).
We have hot showers, and take advantage of an unobstructed view over the forest to spend pleasant moments among nature enthusiasts.

Technical Information

Lat, Lng
45.7574486.71108
Coordinates copied
Altitude
1706 m
Point of Interest updated on 15/08/2024

Altimetric profile

Date and time

  • From 15/06/2025 to 15/09/2025

Additional information

Updated by

Office de Tourisme des Contamines-Montjoie - 14/08/2024
www.lescontamines.com
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Price(s)

A la carte: 9 to 30 €.

Open period

From 15/06 to 15/09, daily.

Contact

Phone : 0450470354

Email : refuge-labalme@outlook.fr

Website : www.refugedelabalme.com/

Facebook : www.facebook.com/refugedelabalme/

Location complements

Nearest village or resort: Les Contamines Montjoie.
Duration of walk from nearest car park: 1h30 from the car park at Notre Dame de la Gorge.
Access possible on horseback, with a donkey or on a mountain bike.
Guide book reference: FFRI
IGN map reference: TOP 25 3531 - 3531 OT

Tips

Mountain refuge on the GR trail: Tour du Mont- Blanc - Grande traversée des Alpes.
Mountain refuge on the GRP: Tour pays du Mont-Blanc - Tour du Beaufortin
Hiking suggestions:
Lac Jovets 2175 m: An easy 2 hour hike towards a magnificent alpine lake.

Reception complements

Permanent restaurant: full meals available, starter or soup, a meat dish, chesse and fruit.
A la carte options: omelettes, dish of the day, salads or soup.

IGN cards

3531ETR - SAINT-GERVAIS-LES-BAINS RESISTANTE MASSIF DU MONT BLANC
Editor : IGN
Collection : TOP 25 RÉSISTANTE
Scale : 1:25 000
17.20€
3531OTR - MEGEVE RESISTANTE COL DES ARAVIS
Editor : IGN
Collection : TOP 25 RÉSISTANTE
Scale : 1:25 000
17.20€
3531OT - MEGEVE COL DES ARAVIS
Editor : IGN
Collection : TOP 25 ET SÉRIE BLEUE
Scale : 1:25 000
13.90€
3531ET - SAINT-GERVAIS-LES-BAINS MASSIF DU MONT BLANC
Editor : IGN
Collection : TOP 25 ET SÉRIE BLEUE
Scale : 1:25 000
13.90€
TOP75004 - BEAUFORTAIN MASSIF DU MONT BLANC
Editor : IGN
Collection : TOP 75
Scale : 1:75 000
9.80€
TOP100D74 - HAUTE-SAVOIE ANNECY THONON-LES-BAINS MASSIF DU MONT BLANC CHAÎNE DES ARAVIS
Editor : IGN
Collection : TOP 100
Scale : 1:100 000
8.40€
TOP100D73 - SAVOIE CHAMBÉRY ALBERTVILLE PARC NATIONAL DE LA VANOISE PNR DU MASSIF DES BAUGES
Editor : IGN
Collection : TOP 100
Scale : 1:100 000
8.40€
202 JURA ALPES DU NORD
Editor : IGN
Collection : TOP 200
Scale : 1:200 000
6.80€
89025 - TOUR DU MONT-BLANC GR TMB®
Editor : IGN
Collection : DECOUVERTE DES CHEMINS
Scale : 1:50 000
9.10€
D38 ISÈRE
Editor : IGN
Collection : CARTES DÉPARTEMENTALES IGN
Scale : 1:150 000
5.90€
NR14 AUVERGNE-RHÔNE-ALPES RECTO/VERSO MASSIF CENTRAL
Editor : IGN
Collection : CARTES RÉGIONALES IGN
Scale : 1:250 000
6.80€
NR15 AUVERGNE-RHÔNE-ALPES RECTO/VERSO MASSIF ALPIN
Editor : IGN
Collection : CARTES RÉGIONALES IGN
Scale : 1:250 000
6.80€
SUISSE
Editor : IGN
Collection : DÉCOUVERTE DES PAYS DU MONDE IGN
Scale : 1:303 000
7.00€
EUROPE
Editor : IGN
Collection : DÉCOUVERTE DES PAYS DU MONDE IGN
Scale : 1:2 500 000
7.00€

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18 route de Notre Dame de La Gorge 74170 Les Contamines France

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Caution!
We have no information on the difficulty of this circuit. You may encounter some surprises along the way. Before you go, please feel free to inquire more and take all necessary precautions. Have a good trip! 🌳🥾