Bostan mountain refuge
Situated half-way up the mountain, Bostan is open summer and winter, in a sunny valley which looks down on the river Giffre. In the middle of alpine meadows and rocky expanses, it is the ideal place to discover the flora and fauna of the mountains. 700m height on 5km.
Description
In summer, it is easily accessible on foot, for everyone in about 1h45 from the Allamands car park and offers the possibility of hiking in a loop for the day or over several days.
Equipment
- Terrace
- Photovoltaic panel
Complément accueil
Lunchtime catering (omelets, salads and Savoyard specialties)
Comfort
- Fireplace / Wood burning stove
- Sheets and towels included
- Pay shower
Environments
- Mountain location
Rates
From 26/12/2023 to 14/04/2024
Picnic to take away: 12 €
Half board (pp): 52 €.
From 01/06 to 29/09/2024
Picnic to take away: 14 €
Half board (pp): 49 €
Half-board (child): 37 €.
Tax not included.
Payment methods
- Bank/credit card
- Check
- Cash
Bons plans
In summer, the Refuge is located on the GRP des Dents Blanches and Tour du Haut Giffre route.
- Day hike: Col de Bostan - Tête de Bostan - Dents Blanches
- Ideas for a 2-day tour with nearby refuges: de Folly, or de la Vogealle (for good walkers, specific equipment sometimes necessary)
Opening period
From 03/06 to 29/09/2024, daily.
From 26/12/2024 to 06/04/2025, daily.
Languages spoken
- English
- Spanish
- French
Adapted tourism
- Not accessible in a wheelchair
- WC + grab handle + adequate space to move
Location
- Closest village or station: Samoëns
- Access: From the Allamands car park, follow the path (forbidden to motor vehicles, except the keeper and mountaineers) through the forest and the Bostan mountain pasture. You have the option of taking the Palatieu shortcut (for a good walker).
IGN Map: TOP 25: 3530 ET
Animals
Pets allowed : No
Thèmes
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Tips : In summer, the Refuge is located on the GRP des Dents Blanches and Tour du Haut Giffre route.
- Day hike: Col de Bostan - Tête de Bostan - Dents Blanches
- Ideas for a 2-day tour with nearby refuges: de Folly, or de la Vogealle (for good walkers, specific equipment sometimes necessary) -
Sustainable tourism : Each waste is sorted then returned to the valley and the degradable material is composted. Electricity is provided by photovoltaic panels.
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Food and refreshments : For the good and the pleasure of your taste buds, the caretaker has chosen to use organic and local products for the preparation of all our small dishes.
A la carte lunch for lunch and a hiker's menu in the evening.