La Marocaine

The place

Refuge La Marocaine: A Small Forest Gem The Refuge La Marocaine, built in 1963, is a picturesque refuge in the heart of the forest of the Commune de l'Abbaye. This rustic refuge offers a table and benches for visitors seeking temporary shelter. History and Inspiration The history of this refuge is linked to the exotic journey of the woodcutter Henri Conus to Morocco several decades ago. Inspired by the beauty of the country and the generosity of its people, he decided to name this refuge La Marocaine in tribute to his enchanting stay. Conditions and Use Although originally intended for forestry workers, this refuge is now open to walkers, under certain conditions: 1. Occupancy limited to one day 2. No overnight stays allowed 3. Space to be shared with other visitors if necessary 4. No reservations possible 5. Fires may only be lit in the stove and using wood available in the surrounding area 6. Complete cleaning of the refuge before leaving and taking personal waste with you 7. Compliance with the rules set by the Municipality to prevent any misuse. Access and Location To reach the Refuge La Marocaine, follow the chemin des Mines from Le Solliat to la Capitaine, then continue to the refuge in the heart of the forest of the Commune de l'Abbaye. Swiss coordinates: 504950,164360 Text by Maurice Meylan, taken from René Weibel's book "Sur le chemin des refuges forestiers", 2008 edition.