Hotel Refuge du Montenvers (Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France)

About Refuge du Montenvers

Perched on the Mont-Blanc to 6725 feet above sea level, with a view overlooking the Mer de Glace and mythical Aiguille des Drus, the Montenvers Refuge is a place of history and authenticity. Built in 1880 to accommodate the first mountaineers and travelers who came to visit the Mer de Glace, it displays a sober granite façade, dotted by many small windows. Refuge du Montenvers exudes old-fashioned charm in its 18 rooms and suites. A journey into the past, a tribute to the architectural and historical heritage of Montenvers, which has been witness to the greatest mountain climbers, adventurers, famous artists and writers. If the walls could speak, they would share many secrets about the history of this great building. Each side of the refuge offers breathtaking views of the Mer de Glace glacier, the Drus and Grandes Jorasses peaks. Refuge du Montenvers invites you to discover its 2 restaurants: a traditional French cuisine at Le Panoramique Mer de Glace bistro and a cuisine of authentic flavors at Restaurant du Montenvers. You can also enjoy snacks prepared with fresh ingredients at Bar des Glaciers.