La Source

Staffed hut · 1 160 m · Gryon

This hut is reported closed (Ouverture sur contact préalable).
La Source
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Guarded mountain hut run by Reynald EPITAUX, publicly owned in the canton of Vaud. Open upon prior request. Guarded season from September to August.

At a glance

Altitude 1 160 m
Type Staffed hut
Capacity 16 places
Warden Reynald EPITAUX
Reported state Ouverture sur contact préalable
Municipality Gryon

Staffing

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Access

Swiss coordinates: 572782 / 124915 Location: On the Pars road (Gryon - les Plans-sur-Bex) at the place called "Les Cheseaux", signposted "La Source". This chalet is not accessible by car during winter. You can however reach it on foot, using seal skins or snowshoes. It takes about 20 minutes of walking. In summer, private car park 100 m away.

Good to know

Keys to be obtained from the caretaker Built in 1800 Acquired in 1934 by the CAS Argentine section Equipped kitchen: wood and gas, crockery, spring water inside and at the fountain, connected to the 230 / 400V - 50Hz electrical network Accommodation: 16 bunk beds with duvets, divided into three dormitories. Dining room: can accommodate about 20 people, 3 tables with chairs. Pantry: no fridge or freezer. 1 indoor toilet, 1 washbasin for personal care (no shower). Environment: the chalet is surrounded by meadows and forest (about 1ha) and has its own spring water fountain. Car park mandatory... no cars allowed in front of the chalet! Firewood: available, included in the rental price

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