Lohnerhütte SAC
2.1
2,171m
Haute-Savoie, France
About
Lohnerhütte SAC sits at 2,171m in the Bernese Oberland, accessed from the Grimsel Pass area via the Gletsch valley. The approach takes 2–2.5 hours from the road end and is straightforward hiking rather than scrambling. The hut works well as a base for traverses across the region or as a stop on longer ridge routes.
The hut holds 18 beds in small dormitories. Meals are provided by the guardian during the open season—expect simple, filling fare. Drinking water is available on-site. There is no self-catering kitchen, so you must either take half-board or bring a camping stove if you need to prepare your own food. The hut typically opens from late spring through early autumn, though dates depend on snow and staffing.
Book well ahead for July and August. Contact the SAC directly by email to confirm current opening dates and check availability. Outside peak season, the hut is quieter and often has space, but confirm whether the guardian will be present before planning a visit. Weekend traffic is heavy on nearby valley routes, so weekday visits are more peaceful.
The hut holds 18 beds in small dormitories. Meals are provided by the guardian during the open season—expect simple, filling fare. Drinking water is available on-site. There is no self-catering kitchen, so you must either take half-board or bring a camping stove if you need to prepare your own food. The hut typically opens from late spring through early autumn, though dates depend on snow and staffing.
Book well ahead for July and August. Contact the SAC directly by email to confirm current opening dates and check availability. Outside peak season, the hut is quieter and often has space, but confirm whether the guardian will be present before planning a visit. Weekend traffic is heavy on nearby valley routes, so weekday visits are more peaceful.
Frequently Asked Questions
Email the hut directly to confirm availability and book your dates; aim for at least 2–3 months ahead during July and August.
The hut is staffed seasonally; contact the guardian by email to confirm current opening dates, typically mid-June through September.
From the Gletsch valley road end near Grimsel Pass, allow 2–2.5 hours of straightforward hiking with no scrambling required.
The guardian serves simple, filling meals during open season; drinking water is available on-site, but there's no self-catering kitchen.
Yes—the 2–2.5 hour approach is easy hiking without technical difficulty, making it accessible for hikers with basic fitness and experience.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- SAC
- Season
- –
- Total
- 18
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- Website
- https://www.sac-wildstrubel.ch/