Refuge du Grand Couloir (Pte Moucherolle)

The place

Unstaffed cabin at 2050 m in the Vercors (Isère), between the Petite Moucherolle and the Pas de la Balme. Concrete building split in two: the south section is closed and reserved for ski-lift maintenance staff, the north section is open to hikers from a terrace fitted with picnic tables and benches. Capacity for 6, 2 beds with mattresses in the mezzanine. Access takes 3 to 5 hours depending on the side (west or east). The cabin is sometimes unavailable during the peak ski season. No water in the area — bring your own supply.