The mountain hut is located in the heart of an alpine area particularly conducive for hiking during Summer as well as Winter. It also provides an ideal stopover on the GR54 from the well known Tour de l'Oisans. The winter shelter open for 6 people, wood, gas, dishes, blanket.
Welcome to "chez Polyte" (nickname of the last inhabitant of the area).
The Pic du Mas de la Grave refuge is built on the ruins of the Baraques des Salomons.
It is located in the commune of La Grave, 6 km/1h30 from the hamlet of Le Chazelet, at the bottom of the La Buffe valley, facing the majestic north face of the Meije (3983 m).
The refuge is the ideal stopover for climbing the Mas de la Grave peak, an "easy 3000" with a magnificent 360° panorama of the Écrins, Aiguilles d'Arves, Grandes Rousses, Savoie and Mont Blanc. It also offers access to the Emparis plateau and its lakes, and crossings between the plateau and the Goléon.
We'll be delighted to welcome you for lunch and dinner, and offer cosy accommodation in small dormitories sleeping four to six. We can also advise you on suitable itineraries, depending on weather conditions and your interests.
South-facing terrace with exceptional panoramic views, games, books, pétanque, musical instruments (piano and guitar), Finnish sauna... Ideal for relaxing after a hard day's work.
A 6-person winter hut with wood-burning stove, crockery and blankets is open out of season.
All information is available on the refuge's website, so don't hesitate to consult it before booking to find all the information you need: www.refugedupicdumasdelagrave.fr
Looking forward to meeting you,
The wardens
Sheets and comforters provided. Please bring sleeping bag or meat bag.
Privatization possible on certain weekends out of season, please contact the janitors.
Unguarded hut, no reservation, payment on site of 10 euros outside guarded period.
The Pic du Mas de la Grave refuge is built on the ruins of the Baraques des Salomons.
It is located in the commune of La Grave, 6 km/1h30 from the hamlet of Le Chazelet, at the bottom of the La Buffe valley, facing the majestic north face of the Meije (3983 m).
The refuge is the ideal stopover for climbing the Mas de la Grave peak, an "easy 3000" with a magnificent 360° panorama of the Écrins, Aiguilles d'Arves, Grandes Rousses, Savoie and Mont Blanc. It also offers access to the Emparis plateau and its lakes, and crossings between the plateau and the Goléon.
We'll be delighted to welcome you for lunch and dinner, and offer cosy accommodation in small dormitories sleeping four to six. We can also advise you on suitable itineraries, depending on weather conditions and your interests.
South-facing terrace with exceptional panoramic views, games, books, pétanque, musical instruments (piano and guitar), Finnish sauna... Ideal for relaxing after a hard day's work.
A 6-person winter hut with wood-burning stove, crockery and blankets is open out of season.
All information is available on the refuge's website, so don't hesitate to consult it before booking to find all the information you need: www.refugedupicdumasdelagrave.fr
Looking forward to meeting you,
The wardens
Sheets and comforters provided. Please bring sleeping bag or meat bag.
Privatization possible on certain weekends out of season, please contact the janitors.
Unguarded hut, no reservation, payment on site of 10 euros outside guarded period.
- TipsTake a look at "les chemins d'avant" to get an idea of some of the area's pleasant hikes, including the small loop n°5, which takes you to the refuge via the "Combettes" or "Orliers" trails, which are much prettier than the 4x4 track at the bottom of the valley.
You can also reach the Emparis plateau via the "Brèche". ![Ils s'engagent]()
The refuge is also called "chez Polyte", the nickname of the last owner of a ruined alpine house. Denis and his son Victor decided to turn it into a mountain refuge. A successful gamble. After 2 years of titanic work, the Refuge du Pic du Mas de Grave opens its doors.
At an altitude of 1944 m, the building is totally self-sufficient in energy: wood-burning stove, solar hot water, photovoltaic panels. A captured spring supplies the water. Whether you're here for a short stopover or want to put down your bag for a few days, the modern, cosy refuge offers rooms for 2 and small dormitories. With delicious, comforting meals, a sauna and incredible views of the Meije massif, it's the ideal place for a break from the hectic pace of modern life.
Services
Services
Terrace
Animals accepted
- Amenities
- Hot showers
- Pay shower
- Duvet
- Shared WC
- Bunk beds
- Fireplace / Wood burning stove
- Equipment
- Soal hot water
- Board games
- Terrace
- Sauna
- Sustainable development
- Waste management
- Photovoltaic panel
- Outhouse
- Book shop
- Services
- Pets welcome Pets are only allowed in the entrance hall (shoe room).
- Breakfast
- Booking obligatory
- Bivouac
- Half-board
- Restaurant
- Picnic hampers
- Guarded refuge in winter
- Horse hotel
- Drinking water
Rates
Rates
Nightper night only
€28.00
Breakfast
€11.00
Half board (pp)1/2P adult = €55
1/2P guide = €28
1/2P teenager (13 to 17years) = 55
1/2P child (7 to 12years) = €40
1/2P child (3 to 6years) = €30
1/2P guide = €28
1/2P teenager (13 to 17years) = 55
1/2P child (7 to 12years) = €40
1/2P child (3 to 6years) = €30
€55.00
Tourist taxesFor adults only
€0.66
NightWINTER REFUGE ONLY, self-catering. Price per night for wood and maintenance. Wood and blankets on site. Bring a stove for your drinks, and a sheet bag.
€10.00
Night+ 0.66€ Tourist tax for adults
€28.00
BreakfastGenerally from 7 to 8:30 am.
€11.00
Picnic to take awayPlease give as much notice as possible the day before.
€12.00
Dinner15€ for children under 12.
€21.00
Half board (pp)+0.66 Tourist tax
Half-board AMM/executive guide = €28
Half-board AMM/executive guide = €28
€56.00
Half-board (child)Half-board for teenagers (aged 13 to 17) = €56
Half-board for children aged 7 to 12: €40
Half-board for children aged 2 to 6: €30
Half-board for children aged 7 to 12: €40
Half-board for children aged 2 to 6: €30
€40.00
ShowerAfternoon and evening until 10pm. No shower in the morning.
€2.00
Tourist taxesFor adults only
€0.66
Sauna : 10€/ pers (3pers minimum)
Lunch: see on-site menu
Bivouac : 3€/pers/night
Shower token (2 min. hot water): 2€ per token
Evening meal: €21
Lunch: see on-site menu
Bivouac : 3€/pers/night
Shower token (2 min. hot water): 2€ per token
Evening meal: €21
Payment methods
Payment methods
Payment methods
Check
CashCapacity
Capacity
34 Person(s)
Groups (Max capacity)
Groups (Max capacity)
- 32 Maximum number of people
Openings
Openings
From 14 June 2025 until 20 September 2025 - Open everyday
Open 24 hours a day.
From September 15 to 20 Half-board only. No lunchtime catering.
From September 15 to 20 Half-board only. No lunchtime catering.
From 21 September 2025 until 15 January 2026 - Open everyday
Winter hut, unguarded
From 16 January 2026 until 21 March 2026 - Open everyday
Guarded refuge
Location
Location
Contact Refuge du Pic du Mas de la Grave - Chez Polyte
- refugedupicdumasdelagrave.fr
Spoken languages
Spoken languages
Environment
Environment
- Riverside
- Close to GR footpath
- Waterside
- Mountain location
- Accessible by ski
Access
Access
- Technical informations :
- altitude: 1944 m
- altitude difference: 250m
- access time: 1h30
SUMMER = From Le Chazelet village parking, take the wide track that will lead you to the three hamlets of Les Rivets (about 30 minutes). Count about 1h30.
WINTER = Take the same route as in Summer but, arrived at the "Croix de Tuf", turn right towards the sheepfold of Orliers. (Count 1h30 to 2h startin from Le Chazelet village)
