Bostan mountain refuge

The Bostan refuge is located at an altitude of 1,763 metres at the foot of the Dents d'Oddaz. It is possible to reach the refuge with snowshoes or in ski touring, hikes quite easy and it is also a stage to reach Tête de Bostan, Col de Bostan or les Dents Blanches.

Description

In winter, it is also easy to access (2 hour walk). Easy snowshoeing or ski touring.
Come and have a good time with your family around a dish of the day for lunch or come and enjoy the dormitories for a total immersion in the mountains for one night.

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

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

• 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.

• 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.

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