Stay at the Neige et Merveilles mountain lodge, in a former miners’ hamlet at 1,500 m altitude. In a preserved natural setting at the gateway to Mercantour National Park: hiking, friendly atmosphere for groups or families, underground heritage and total escape.
Perched at 1,500 m altitude, the Neige et Merveilles mountain lodge welcomes you to the former mining hamlet of La Minière de Vallauria, lovingly restored since 1960. This unique site, at the gateway to Mercantour National Park, combines unspoiled nature, historical heritage and a friendly atmosphere. Ideal for hikers, families, groups or school trips, it offers simple accommodation and hearty meals. From here, explore the Vallée des Merveilles and Fontanalba, discover breathtaking landscapes, prehistoric rock engravings and the mining memory of the massif. A timeless stay amid mountains, encounters and authenticity.
Our approvals are :
Youth and Sports: 006163082
Inspection académique : 0698.10
Youth and pop education: R 0675315
To find out more about our services, visit: https://neige-merveilles.fr/hebergement/
Individual membership (compulsory): €2 per adult per stay or €20 for the current calendar year.
Corporate membership: 50€ for the current calendar year.
Linen kit (sheet + towel): €10
Laundry: €5
Luggage transport (for groups only):
Lac des Mesches €16
Saint Dalmas de tende €67
Tende 72€
Gratuities: 1 gratuity for groups of 13 or more, a second gratuity for groups of 39 or more.
Payment methods
Payment methods
Payment methods
Bank/credit card
Check
Travellers Cheque
Cash
Capacity
Capacity
120 Person(s)
Openings
Openings
From 13 May 2026 until 4 October 2026 - Open everyday
Location
Location
Gîte d'étape (lodging) Neige et Merveilles
Elevation : 1500m
Hameau de la Minière de Vallauria, Route de Castérino, 06430 Tende