Cabane libre de Boustigue, 1321 m.
Reached by an enjoyable hike from the Route Napoléon at Corps, hiking through forest then alpages, the Cabane libre de Boustigue enjoys a peaceful location at 1321 m. altitude, with idyllic views, particularly of the Grande Tête de l’Obiou (2790 m.) and the Lac du Sautet.
The Cabanes libres are run by small clubs and are open to all who respect the resource and the efforts of the people who make them possible. In some ways they are similar to a bothy in Scotland. The Cabane libre de Boustigue has a rainwater reservoir and wood stove as well as table, benches and bunks. I was intrigued by the Awalé board, said to be one of the oldest games of strategy.
We enjoyed our picnic in the the cool and calm of the cabane, signed the book and left the place as we found it, to continue our hike.
Awalé board
Route Napoléon