Refuge de la Pointe Percée, Mountain shelter in Le Grand-Bornand, France
Refuge de la Pointe Percee is a mountain shelter located at 2164 meters elevation on the Tournette-Aravis hiking circuit with views of Mont Blanc. It has 49 dormitory beds positioned along a popular trekking route.
The shelter was built in 1928 under management of Club Alpin Francais and officially opened on August 11, 1929. It emerged as part of broader efforts to develop mountain infrastructure in the region.
The shelter sits in an area where shepherds produce Reblochon cheese during warmer months using alpine pastures nearby. Visitors can taste these traditional local varieties and see how mountain farming connects to the food served here.
Two main hiking routes lead here: from Col des Annes the hike takes about 1.5 hours or from the Les Troncs parking area it takes about 2.5 hours. Consider your fitness level and available time when choosing your route.
The shelter holds a Family Refuge certification and runs educational treasure hunts for children about alpine environments. These programs make it a special place for families wanting to combine mountain hiking with outdoor learning.
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