1The Refuge du Goûter (France)
High up in the French Alps, on the Mont Blanc massif, sits the Refuge du Goûter—a mountain shelter that provides a brief respite for climbers making their way to the summit. Accessible only by a strenuous trek, the refuge is as remote as it gets, surrounded by glaciers and towering peaks. The thin air, cold temperatures, and incredible solitude make it one of the most extreme and lonely dwellings in the world.
Why it’s special: The combination of harsh weather, high altitude, and remote location makes it a truly isolated retreat.
