Charpoua refuge
Presentation
Nestled in the heart of the Mont-Blanc massif, the Charpoua refuge is situated at an altitude of 2841 meters. At the foot of the Drus mountains, the hut is an integral part of the Chamonix valley's heritage and mountaineering history. Since its beginnings, the hut has been the silent witness to the exploits of the most daring mountaineers, becoming the scene of legends engraved in rock and memory.
Situated on the central promontory of the Charpoua cirque, on the right bank of the Mer de Glace, the refuge is surrounded by mythical peaks, making it the ideal starting point for a variety of itineraries.
From the Flammes de Pierres to the Drus, from the Aiguille Sans Nom to the Aiguille Verte, right up to the Ecclésiastiques range, the Charpoua basin offers a wide choice of routes. It can also be a destination for novice mountaineers wishing to discover high-mountain refuges and spend a night in this privileged location.
Departure to the refuge is from the Mer de Glace basin, by stepping onto the glacier at Montenvers, or from one of the refuges located in this basin.
The ascent to the Charpoua is a high-mountain challenge that demands special attention.
The paths are technical, between glaciers and moraines, and you need to be afraid of heights, as you'll have to climb ladders.
These elements add to the complexity of the climb, requiring a certain amount of mountaineering experience. Anchor points are available at the ladders, enabling climbers to ensure their own safety.
Cancellation - Download our general conditions of sale hereSituated on the central promontory of the Charpoua cirque, on the right bank of the Mer de Glace, the refuge is surrounded by mythical peaks, making it the ideal starting point for a variety of itineraries.
From the Flammes de Pierres to the Drus, from the Aiguille Sans Nom to the Aiguille Verte, right up to the Ecclésiastiques range, the Charpoua basin offers a wide choice of routes. It can also be a destination for novice mountaineers wishing to discover high-mountain refuges and spend a night in this privileged location.
Departure to the refuge is from the Mer de Glace basin, by stepping onto the glacier at Montenvers, or from one of the refuges located in this basin.
The ascent to the Charpoua is a high-mountain challenge that demands special attention.
The paths are technical, between glaciers and moraines, and you need to be afraid of heights, as you'll have to climb ladders.
These elements add to the complexity of the climb, requiring a certain amount of mountaineering experience. Anchor points are available at the ladders, enabling climbers to ensure their own safety.
Any cancellation with refund is possible 1 day before your arrival, 2.40€ of administration fees will be retained per person and per night canceled.
For any cancellation within 48 hours, the deposits are not refunded except in cases of force majeure.
Please call us on +33 (0)6 67 25 08 66
Tarifs
INFORMATIONS PRATIQUES
Access
Departing from the Montenvers station, the ascent to the Charpoua requires special attention.
The paths are technical, between glaciers and moraines, and you need to be fearful of heights, as you'll have to climb ladders.
These elements add to the complexity of the climb, requiring some mountaineering experience. Anchor points are available, enabling climbers to ensure their own safety.
GPS coordinates : 32T 0341 460 UTM 5087 646
Rates
Night : 27€/pers
Night Guide : 15€/pers
Dinner : 25€/pers
Breakfast : 13€/pers
Departing from the Montenvers station, the ascent to the Charpoua requires special attention.
The paths are technical, between glaciers and moraines, and you need to be fearful of heights, as you'll have to climb ladders.
These elements add to the complexity of the climb, requiring some mountaineering experience. Anchor points are available, enabling climbers to ensure their own safety.
GPS coordinates : 32T 0341 460 UTM 5087 646
Rates
Night : 27€/pers
Night Guide : 15€/pers
Dinner : 25€/pers
Breakfast : 13€/pers
EQUIPEMENT
Things to slip into your bag
A bed liner
Headlamp
For light sleepers: Earplugs and eye mask
Means of payment (checks, cash or credit card - does not always work)
For sleeping we provide you with: duvets, blankets and pillows, slippers
A bed liner
Headlamp
For light sleepers: Earplugs and eye mask
Means of payment (checks, cash or credit card - does not always work)
For sleeping we provide you with: duvets, blankets and pillows, slippers
Pics
Pics
Prestations
Dormitory bed
Dormitory Bed - Refuge de la Charpoua