Cabin du Mountet CAS
1.6Cabane du Mountet CAS
2,886m
Savoie, France
About
Cabane du Mountet sits at 2,886m in the Monte Rosa massif on the Swiss-Italian border, a high alpine base for mountaineers and hikers. Approach from Täsch (Switzerland) via the Hörnli path—allow 4 to 5 hours for the 1,100m ascent. The route is well-marked and straightforward hiking with no technical difficulty. In winter and early spring the hut may require ski or snowshoe approach. The cabin is managed by the Swiss Alpine Club (SAC/CAS) and serves as a starting point for Mont Rosa ascents and traverses across the high glaciers.
The hut holds 80 beds in shared dorms. Meals are served daily—expect simple, substantial mountain food. A self-catering kitchen is available if you prefer to cook your own meals. Water is available from the melt streams. The hut operates year-round but conditions above 2,800m are serious in winter; most visitors come May through September. Expect cold nights and exposed weather even in summer—bring a sleeping bag rated to –5°C minimum.
Book directly with the hut by email or phone. July and August fill 4 to 6 weeks ahead. June and September have more availability. Notify the hut at least a day in advance if you plan to arrive late or will need a packed dinner. The SAC website has full contact details and current conditions.
The hut holds 80 beds in shared dorms. Meals are served daily—expect simple, substantial mountain food. A self-catering kitchen is available if you prefer to cook your own meals. Water is available from the melt streams. The hut operates year-round but conditions above 2,800m are serious in winter; most visitors come May through September. Expect cold nights and exposed weather even in summer—bring a sleeping bag rated to –5°C minimum.
Book directly with the hut by email or phone. July and August fill 4 to 6 weeks ahead. June and September have more availability. Notify the hut at least a day in advance if you plan to arrive late or will need a packed dinner. The SAC website has full contact details and current conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 3–4 months ahead for July and August; email [email protected] or call ahead to confirm availability and current contact details.
The hut is typically staffed from June to September; in winter and early spring, it may be unstaffed or accessible only via ski or snowshoe.
Start from Täsch (Switzerland) and follow the Hörnli path for 4–5 hours; the route gains 1,100m with no technical difficulty and is well-marked.
Meals are served by the staff, and there's a self-catering kitchen available if you bring your own food; drinking water is provided.
Yes—the approach is straightforward hiking with no technical climbing, but the 2,886m elevation and 4–5 hour ascent mean reasonable fitness is needed.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- SAC
- Season
- –
- Total
- 80
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Self catering
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +41 27 475 14 31
- Website
- https://cas-diablerets.ch/