Folly mountain refuge

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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.

Description

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... but also local dishes of the day (diots, farcement, croziflette, fondue...) and homemade pastries (blueberry tart, lemon tart, sweet potato tart, chocolate coconut fondant...).
Backing onto the slopes of Criou, facing Tuet and the ridges of Dents d'Oddaz, the refuge can be the goal of a day hike (to the famous Lac Des Chambres for example, or to Pointe de Bellegarde for the more motivated), or a base for more mountaineering-oriented itineraries (Pointe des Avoudrues). A veritable balcony overlooking the Giffre and Arve valleys, you'll never forget its sunsets!

Equipment

Covered picnic area
Bar
Terrace
Book shop
Car park
Restaurant
Waste management
Hydroelectric power plant
Board games
Drying area
Loan of games

Comfort

Baby equipment
Bunk beds
Shower
Family bedroom

Environments

Mountain view

Rates

From 01/11/2024 to 30/04/2025
Night: 7 €.

From 28/05 to 28/09/2025
Night: 17 to 24 €
Half board (pp): 50 €
Half-board (child): 25 to 37 €
Full board (pp): 65 €
Full board (child): 35 to 47 €.

Discount for children aged 4 to 12.
Room supplement: €7.

Payment methods

Check
Cash
Credit transfer

Bons plans

2-day tour of the teeth of Oddaz

Opening period

From 28/05 to 28/09/2025.
From October 10 to May 1, 2025, the refuge will be unguarded in winter, but with an unguarded open area (15 beds, 3 blankets per bed, tables, benches, no heating, fireplace or electricity). Reservations recommended to ensure room availability. Between May 1 and 28, we'll be on site to prepare for the season, and change the refuge from winter to summer.

Languages spoken

English
Spanish
French

Adapted tourism

Not accessible in a wheelchair

Hosting a group of 12, including 3 blind people, in summer 2024

Location

Nearest village or resort: Samoëns. Walking time from nearest parking lot: 2h. Access by footpath: Le chemin du pied du crêt (easiest): 2h15 - 740m ascent - Le chemin du Crêt (more aerial): 2h00 - 560m ascent. Also accessible by mountain bike (for the very experienced), snowshoe, ski touring and joëlette. Coach parking - References topo guides: Tour de dents blanches (website) - topo FFRP 741- IGN maps: TOP 25 - 3530 ET.

Itinerary

Documents

Animals

Pets allowed : Yes

Pets accepted at extra cost : No

Pets welcome at no extra charge.

Thèmes

Sustainable tourism : Electricity produced by pico power plant thanks to hydraulic energy! Spring water at 4°C. Local and seasonal products
Conditions of access for motorized vehicles : No motorized vehicles. At best a VTTAE if you master the slopes ;)
Services for children : Baby bath, high chair, special sleeping bag, cot.
Tips : 2-day tour of the teeth of Oddaz