L’Alpage

Only guests of the Sibuet properties are invited to dine at the mountainside refuge that has been in their family for decades. The alpage (French for refuge) was originally a structure for farmers to take shelter while grazing their herds or flocks in the high-altitude pastures. As skiing and mountain climbing took over in popularity, the edifices, which range in size and shape but are consistently basic, became sanctuaries from the cold for winter activity enthusiasts. This property, like most alpages, is only accessible by skiing or 4x4 vehicles.

Amidst wood-paneled walls and antique furniture, guests are invited to Wednesday lunch or nightly dinner (by advance reservation only) in the cozy building on the Rochebrune mountain. Meals consist of traditional dishes cooked over open flame in the large fireplace. The refuge is open from June through November each year.