The refuge is set on a magnificent belvedere, so you'll enjoy a gentle hike through unspoilt countryside.
About : Mountain hut l’Alpe du Pin
Around the refuge you'll find many activities such as hiking (tour du grand Cond, lac de la Mariande, lac du Salude, col de la Mariande...),
mountaineering (tête de Lauranoure, col de la haute pisse...) and climbing (2 big routes in the pierroux, 3 routes around the Froide Pisse waterfall).
Built in 1947, the refuge has retained the modesty of its origins over the decades, while reasonably adapting its comfort to today's requirements.
In 2019, installation of a solar cooker
Here, everything is homemade with local and seasonal products, some of which are organic. Oisans honey from Ecrin de Miel, Goodwin beers from Bourg-d'Oisans, meat and charcuterie from Ferme du Rochail, cheeses from Villard-Reculas and Ornon, flour from Trieves, eggs from Nord-Isere... Enjoy croziflette, donkey ears, blueberry tart and chocolate fondant.
Various snacks available at all times. Half-board and picnics available.
If you're planning to eat in a refuge, or even ask for a picnic, it's best to make a reservation in advance. The refuges have limited stocks, and in any case they are sized according to their capacity... While bivouacs are tolerated in the vicinity of the refuges (check with the wardens), campers are not counted in the stocks. Remember to call the wardens to book your meal if you wish to take advantage of the comfort of this service.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION :
Departure: Les Granges
Difference in altitude: 535m
Distance: 2.8 km
Time : 1h45
ITINERARY:
- From the hamlet of Les Granges, below Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans, descend to the Vénéon torrent. Then take the path that twists and turns at the foot of the Pisse waterfall to the Alpe du Pin flat, then to the Refuge (1h30 from Les Granges).
MAPS AND TOPO
OBP map n°5 (on sale at the tourist office): trail n°528
IGN Top 25 map n°3336 ET
THINGS TO SEE ALONG THE WAY
Froide Pisse waterfall
THINGS TO KNOW
The wardens offer very tasty snacks and can give you information on these routes from the Refuge.
Welcome: 17 places in the refuge, and a few places in tents subject to availability.
Sustainable tourism
Vigilance on waste and energy management
Tips
As you climb, take a break to read the story.
Events are scheduled at the hut throughout the summer season in the daytime or in the evening and include various activities for children.
Map and GPX marking
Mountain hut l’Alpe du Pin
Saint-Christophe-en-Oisans - La Bérarde
Facilities
- Board games
- Terrace
- Sustainable development
- Waste management
- Photovoltaic panel
- Book shop
Services
- Full-board
- Breakfast
- Half-board
- Restaurant
- Picnic hampers
- Running water
Comforts
- Heating
- Duvet
- Fireplace / Wood burning stove
Capacity
- Capacité totale : 17 personne(s)
- 17 personne(s) maximum
Opening
From 01/06 to 29/09.
Prices
subscribers
Night: 15 to 18 €
Child rate per night: 15 €
Breakfast: 7 to 8 €
Picnic to take away: 12 €
Dinner: 17 to 20 €
Half board (pp): 39 to 46 €
Half-board (child): 24 to 39 €
Group rate per night: 16 €.
Free entry for children < 5 years, subscribers.
Off season - unguarded refuge: 10€ /night/person, payment and keys at the Hôtel de la Cordée in St Christophe en Oisans 04 76 79 52 37.
Means of payment
- Check
- Cash