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Refuge de la Balme
- Altitude : 1706m
- Capacity : 39 pers.
- LES CONTAMINES
Michael GUT (gardien) / Pauline JANAND (aide gardienne)
route du col du Bonhomme
Postal code 74170 LES CONTAMINES
Phone number: +334 50 47 03 54
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Description
Located in the heart of Les Contamines-Montjoie, the Balme mountain refuge is much more than just a place for hikers to stay: it is a true family affair.
Now run by Michaël GUT, it continues the tradition started by his father and grandfather before him. With its friendly atmosphere and authentic character, the refuge embodies the spirit of hospitality and the passing on of family knowledge.
A mid-mountain refuge located at 1,706 metres, at the foot of the Aiguille de la Pennaz (2,668 metres), on the T.M.B., GR5, Tour du Beaufortain and Tour du Pays du Mont-Blanc trails.
The bivouac area is NOT managed by the refuge. It is located 200m from the refuge, with a water point and toilets nearby.
**PLEASE NOTE: When making your booking, be careful not to confuse this refuge with the Col de Balme refuge (Vallorcine/Argentière) or the communal refuge of La Balme in Beaufortain (73).**
Half board (overnight stay + dinner + breakfast + hot shower):
- 1 private charming room (one double bed + one bunk bed) minimum 2 people- maximum 4 people
- 5 shared dormitories (sleeping 4 to 13 people)
Lunch (12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.), à la carte, homemade desserts, drinks, local Mont Blanc beers.
Homemade picnic to take away.
Indicative rates
- Private room with double bed, half board: €180 + €80 per additional person
- Dormitories for 4 to 6 people, half board: €75 per person
- Dormitory for 12 people, half board: €68 per person
- Camper pack WITHOUT ACCOMMODATION (dinner + shower + breakfast): €45 per person
What this accommodation offers
Facilities
- Bar
- Terrace
Languages spoken
- English
- Spanish
- French
Payment methods
- Accepts euros
- Bank cheque
- Species
Services
- Half Board
- Hot water for a flask
- Free drinking water
- Breakfast
- Picnic
- By reservation
- Evening meal
- By reservation
Services offered
- Hot showers for a fee
- Electricity (220v)
- Weather information
Access
1h30 depuis le parking de Notre-Dame de la Gorge (distance: 4km, dénivelé: 496m)
2h20 depuis le village des Contamines (distance: 8 km)
2h depuis le col du Bonhomme
Additional information
SUMMER 2026 TIMETABLE:
Dinner: 6.30pm
Breakfast: 7am
We recommend arriving by 5.30pm at the latest to ensure a smooth check-in.
If you have any special dietary requirements (allergies, etc.), please let us know in the comments section when you make your booking.
**PLEASE NOTE: When making your booking, please be careful not to confuse us with the Col de Balme refuge (Vallorcine/Argentière) or the Balme Tarentaise communal refuge in Beaufortain (73).**
For the well-being of all and to combat bedbugs, shoes, rucksacks and luggage are not allowed in the dormitories. There is a room dedicated to their storage. You can take the items you need for the night to your rooms using transport boxes.