Uncle Emile's Refuge
Dormillouse
Le refuge de l'oncle Emile is above all a family story. This house has been restored with desire, passion, taste and love. It was the refuge of Emile, who loved and loved Dormillouse. That's why we decided to call it that. Nestled at an altitude of 1800m in the hamlet of Dormillouse, the most isolated hamlet in France, come and experience a unique adventure in this place steeped in history, in the heart of the Ecrins, in a preserved mountain range where we live all year round.
This intimate, discreet and cosy refuge is located in this little corner of paradise, where the only access is on foot in both summer and winter.
Come and enjoy a unique break in this haven of peace.
" The mountains provide the backdrop, so it's up to you to invent the story! "
Stéphanie & Claude
JOUR DE L’AN 2025 !!!!💕💕💕
Préparez-vous à vivre un Nouvel An inoubliable, dans un cadre enchanteur, où chaque instant est empreint de magie !!
Réservez l’ensemble de notre chalet pour passer d’une année à l’autre en famille ou entre amis. Contactez nous pour de plus amples informations!
Un jour de Janvier!!
Our rooms
A partir de 99 euros avec petit déjeuner/personne
Our rooms are a promise of authenticity and a mountain journey, in a timeless place with a unique setting. Uncle Emile's refuge has been refurbished using the finest materials and in a constant spirit of eco-responsibility.
Nos chambres sont entièrement modulables de 2 à 6 personnes et peuvent recevoir familles, amis, itinérants, et séminaires.
Book 
Eating out
As the seasons go by, different dishes and gourmet moments will be presented to you indoors and/or outdoors, depending on the season, in a postcard decor or at the foot of our fireplace.
Raclette, tartiflette, et d’autre mets vous seront proposés tout au long de l’année !
Whether you're dining alone, with your partner, family or friends? Don't forget to book!
Access
The Refuge de l'oncle Emile is located in the village of Dormillouse, in the heart of the Ecrins National Park.
How to get there
In summer: Follow the Fréissinières valley to the waterfalls car park and follow the path! At the end of the forest, you can see the village! The refuge is located in the central part of the village 20 metres before you reach the temple. The hike lasts an average of 45 minutes. The time varies for each person.
In winter: Follow the Freissinières valley to the winter car park 200m after the last village of Les Mensals or 1200m after this last village. Depending on the latest weather conditions, the second car park may be open! Equipment is compulsory and highly recommended! The walk at the bottom of the valley lasts 45 minutes to 1 hour and then, at the bottom of the valley, take the winter path that will take you to the foot of the village in the first hamlet! You'll have to keep climbing for a few more minutes before you reach our refuge!
Don't forget that you're expected, so take your time and enjoy the peace and beauty of the area as you climb!
Activities
Summer
The big big big big big mountains offer dozens of activities in summer. Many hikes are directly accessible from the refuge. Activities are also available nearby: via Ferrata, accrobranche, rafting, canyoning...
Winter
In winter, enjoy the mountains and the snow: snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, as well as nearby waterfalls...
And so much more!
