The Alfred Wills refuge is located in the heart of the nature reserve on the large Anterne mountain pasture. It's a two-hour walk from Sixt, passing the magnificent Cascade de la Pleureuse. An ideal break for families (from 5 years).
Simple, comfortable, rustic shelter. Equipped with comforters and pillows, just bring a sheet and pillowcase (sold on site). The team creates a mountain atmosphere around typical dishes and an eco-responsible wine list.
Daytime catering: raclette fondue, omelettes, charcuterie and cheese platters, veggie and non-veggie bolws, blueberry tart, homemade desserts, drinks, etc.
Mountain dinner (depending on supplies): homemade soup, roast-polenta or fondue, diots lentils... homemade dessert.
Departure possible from Plaine Joux as part of the Tour des Fiz.
It is recommended to book in advance, as the refuge is very popular.
Daytime catering: raclette fondue, omelettes, charcuterie and cheese platters, veggie and non-veggie bolws, blueberry tart, homemade desserts, drinks, etc.
Mountain dinner (depending on supplies): homemade soup, roast-polenta or fondue, diots lentils... homemade dessert.
Departure possible from Plaine Joux as part of the Tour des Fiz.
It is recommended to book in advance, as the refuge is very popular.
- TipsRefuge on the Tour des Fiz and GR5 itineraries.
Summits: Tête de Willy (unmarked)
Day hikes: Alpage d'Anterne 5 h return - Lac d'Anterne: 7 h return
Multi-day family hikes: Anterne (1st day climb to refuge, 2nd day lake and col d'Anterne, refuge des Fonts) - Tour de la chaîne des Fiz - Sixt as a family with donkeys.
Accessibility
Not accessible in a wheelchair
Payment methods
CashCapacity
47 Person(s)
Openings
From 6 June 2026 until 18 September 2026 - Open everyday
Location
Spoken languages
Spoken languages
Environment
Environment
- Mountain location
Access
Access
- Closest village or station: Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval. At Sixt, follow the direction of the Rouget waterfall and continue to the end of the road to park at Lignon. Park before, at Fardelay if you want to do the loop circuit.
Walking time from the nearest car park: Le Lignon - Walking time 2 hours. Possibility to ride a horse, with a donkey (reserved place, stake)
Coach parking: Le Fardelay - Sixt Fer à Cheval.
- Topo guide references: OT Passy - Sixt.
- IGN map: TOP 25: 3530 ET
