The Refuge de Plate is located at the Desert de Plate on top of the cliffs above Plateau d'Assy. It is one of the refuges along the well-known Tour des Fiz trail. There are also beautiful trails in the direction of Flaine and Sixt-Fer-a-Cheval and a steep path taking you down the cliffs in the direction of Plateau d'Assy.
The refuge has a capacity of 34 spread out over 3 dormitories. They will provide blankets and pillows but you will need to bring your own liner. The refuge serves meals to those who booked accommodation and in summer it serves snacks and drinks to visitors. Dogs are not allowed. The refuge has no reliable water source and water has to be used sparingly. They sell bottled water.
Linked Trails & Points of Interest
These are the trails and points of interests linked to this refuge
7
Our Rating
Good
Loop Trail:
This is a shortened version of the Tour du Fiz taking you from Plaine Joux, to Ayeres des Rocs and then up to Plate via de Passage du Derochoir
Length
14.7km
When to Go
Mid Jun - Start Oct
Hiking Time
5.0 - 8.0 Hours
Elevation +
+1201m / -1201m
Kids
15+ Years old
Running Time
3.0 - 5.0 Hours
Technical Difficulty
Very Difficult (5/5)
Dogs
No Dogs
Nearest Town
Chamonix
9
Our Rating
Exceptional
Loop Trail:
A well-known classic route for exploring the Fiz mountain range. The trail offers a nice variation in scenery with great views of the Mont Blanc and multiple valleys and well-known peaks.
Length
31.5km
When to Go
Mid Jun - Start Oct
Hiking Time
9.0 - 14.0 Hours
Elevation +
+2076m / -2076m
Kids
15+ Years old
Running Time
5.0 - 7.0 Hours
Technical Difficulty
Moderate (3/5)
Dogs
No Dogs
Nearest Town
Chamonix
Location & Map
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Longitude:
6.717273645978028
Latitude:
45.96557054849613