Wiwannihütte
1.2
2,470m
Piedmont, Italy
About
Wiwannihütte sits at 2,470m in the high Piedmont Alps, accessible on foot from the Anzasca Valley. The approach takes 4-5 hours from Macugnaga, gaining 1,100m on a well-marked trail through pasture and sparse larch. This is serious uphill work but straightforward navigation. Summer is the climbing season here—the hut serves as a base for traverses across the Monte Rosa massif and routes on nearby peaks.
The hut has 44 beds across mixed dormitory rooms and a few smaller chambers. Meals are provided: book your dinner and breakfast when you reserve. The kitchen serves substantial Alpine fare. Water comes from the mountain—reliable year-round. Toilet facilities are basic but functional. The hut operates from June through September, weather permitting. Winter access is ski touring only.
Contact the hut directly by email or phone to book. July and August fill 6-8 weeks ahead, especially weekends. June and September offer more flexibility. Half-board (bed, dinner, breakfast) is standard. Groups should book earlier and confirm numbers 2 weeks before arrival. The hut prefers phone calls for immediate availability checks.
The hut has 44 beds across mixed dormitory rooms and a few smaller chambers. Meals are provided: book your dinner and breakfast when you reserve. The kitchen serves substantial Alpine fare. Water comes from the mountain—reliable year-round. Toilet facilities are basic but functional. The hut operates from June through September, weather permitting. Winter access is ski touring only.
Contact the hut directly by email or phone to book. July and August fill 6-8 weeks ahead, especially weekends. June and September offer more flexibility. Half-board (bed, dinner, breakfast) is standard. Groups should book earlier and confirm numbers 2 weeks before arrival. The hut prefers phone calls for immediate availability checks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2-3 weeks ahead during July and August, earlier if possible for weekends. Contact the hut directly by phone or check rifugio.net for availability and reservations.
Open June through September during the climbing season; the exact dates depend on snow conditions and staffing. Contact ahead to confirm opening dates in early June.
From Macugnaga in the Anzasca Valley, follow the marked trail for 4-5 hours, gaining 1,100m through pasture and larch forest. It's strenuous but well-marked; start early.
44 beds in mixed dorms and smaller rooms; meals provided (half-board typically included). Hot showers available; bring earplugs for dormitory sleeping.
No—the 4-5 hour approach with 1,100m gain is demanding and the hut caters to climbers and experienced mountaineers tackling Monte Rosa and alpine peaks. Better options exist for casual hikers.
Quick Facts
- Season
- –
- Total
- 44
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +41 27 946 74 78
- Website
- https://www.wiwanni.ch/