In 2023, mountain refuges welcomed a record number of visitors. The Écrins National Park, in the Alps, saw an increase of 7%.
The Col de la Vanoise refuge, built in 1902, was the most visited in 2023 during the guarding period. The Oulettes de Gaube refuge offers a spectacular view of the Vignemale massif. The Albert 1er refuge is a meeting point for mountaineering enthusiasts, located on the Blanche - Zermatt route.