Le Refuge Grilled specialties and mountain dishes in Payolle

Opening hours

Closed

  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday 09:00 am - 06:00 pm
  • Wednesday 09:00 am - 06:00 pm
  • Thursday 09:00 am - 06:00 pm
  • Friday 09:00 am - 06:00 pm
  • Saturday 09:00 am - 06:00 pm
  • Sunday 09:00 am - 06:00 pm

Opens Friday at 09:00 am

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Useful information

Location : À la montagne

Province : Hautes Pyrénées - Haute-Bigorre

Services

  • Credit card accepted
  • English spoken
  • Groups
  • Lake side/River banks
  • Mountain view
  • Open all year round
  • Parking
  • Restaurant voucher
  • Spanish spoken
  • Take away
  • Terrace
  • English
    • THE REFUGE IN PAYOLLE: MOUNTAIN CUISINE IN THE HEART OF THE PYRENEES

      A warm setting and generous mountain cuisine with a view of the Pic du Midi

      Located in the Payolle district of Campan at an altitude of 1139m, the restaurant, bar, tea room, Le Refuge is a true landmark for lovers of mountain cuisine.

      Managed with passion by Benoît and his team, the establishment offers a friendly and authentic atmosphere, ideal for a gourmet break after a day of hiking.

      Guests can enjoy local specialties such as tartiflette, Savoyard fondue, raclette, or warm Camembert. These dishes are prepared with fresh, high-quality ingredients, respecting the region's culinary traditions.


      A sunny terrace and a friendly atmosphere

      Le Refuge features a shaded terrace where guests can enjoy their meals outdoors while taking in the views of the surrounding mountains. The restaurant's warm and inviting interior is decorated in a typical mountain style, creating an atmosphere conducive to relaxation and conviviality.


      Nearby: nature, leisure activities and discoveries

      The restaurant is ideally located near Lake Payolle, a popular spot for outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, horse riding...

      Visitors can also explore the surrounding valleys, and in 5 minutes climb to the Col d'Aspin to admire the breathtaking landscapes over the Aure Valley.


      What is there to discover around the Refuge in Payolle?

      Within a 20 km radius of the restaurant Le Refuge, several sites and activities are worth a visit: Lake Payolle : ideal for family walks, picnics or water sports.

      The Aure and Louron valleys : perfect for hikes with breathtaking panoramas.

      The town of Arreau : a charming village with its historical heritage and local markets.

      Local producers : cheesemakers, farmers and artisans offering local products to discover.

      Whether for a gourmet getaway, an immersion in nature or a cultural discovery, the region around the restaurant Le Refuge offers a multitude of activities and sites to explore.


      Enjoy your food !

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Traveller Reviews Le Refuge

4.2 sur 5 595 reviews

  • Manuel Aveline (Djlataupe1664)

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Manuel Aveline (Djlataupe1664) on 28/07/2026

  • claudia Lafleur

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by claudia Lafleur on 23/07/2026

    Pleasant welcome, the dishes are superb and very generous, the profiteroles and ice cream sundaes are incredible! Thank you to Benoit and Betty for the welcome, the waiter however should go to the hairdresser.

  • Nico!as s

    2 sur 5 Reviews posted by Nico!as s on 08/07/2026

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Le Refuge

Address

Quartier Payolle
65710 Campan

Contacts

Phone : 05 62 91 87 70

GPS coordinates

42° 56'31.76"N, 0° 17'5.02"E

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