The Refuge - Evangelical Christian Boarding House,
centre de vacances chrétien évangélique

Christian holiday center

The entire team at the Refuge is happy to welcome you for a time of rest and spiritual renewal.
" Le Refuge " is a friendly evangelical Christian holiday center located in the locality of FERTRUPT, in Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines, a pleasant small tourist town of 5,800 inhabitants, in ALSACE at the foot of the Vosges mountains.

While nestled in the heart of a beautiful green valley, " Le Refuge " remains close to the services offered by the town: supermarkets, newsagent, post office, pharmacy, etc.

Full board accommodation

The Refuge operates on a full board basis. (capacity of 70 beds).

Accommodation is provided in two adjacent buildings: The Refuge and the Annex .

All rooms have one or more beds, a table and a sink. Bedding is provided (pillows and blankets). Showers and toilets are communal and located on each floor.

Some rooms have private bathrooms (at an additional cost).

Free wifi connection in the Refuge and Annex premises.

Restoration

The food is prepared on site, carefully and traditionally, to the delight of even the most discerning palates!

Any medical allergies or dietary restrictions should be reported before the stay, if applicable.

Meal times: 08:15 – 12:00 – 19:00 .

Our cottage

You can also rent our cottage if you wish to cook for yourself.

Welcome to your stay

It is offered in the afternoon between 3:00 pm and 6:30 pm .

We welcome all ages. Children must be accompanied by their parents.

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Holiday and relaxation activities

With its 5800 inhabitants and its houses in Alsatian colours, the small town of Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines is pleasant.

It offers an ideal location to enjoy the activities of the Alsace plain, but also the Ballon des Vosges.  

During your holiday, leisure activities are entirely up to you. On site you will find green spaces for relaxation, a pétanque court and a games room for teenagers and children.