Alp Bommen
2.1
1,230m
Liechtenstein Alps, Liechtenstein
About
Alp Bommen sits at 1,230m in the Liechtenstein Alps above Schaan. You reach it from Schaan village in about 90 minutes on foot via the Schloss Vaduz trail, or park at the Äule trailhead for a shorter 1-hour approach. The hut works as a solid base for ridge walks across the northern Liechtenstein peaks and day trips into the Appenzell Alps.
The hut runs 24 beds in shared rooms. Meals focus on hearty mountain fare—expect Alpenkäse and root vegetables rather than fine dining. Flush toilets are available; showers are not. There's no WiFi, so plan on actually talking to other hikers. Alp Bommen operates year-round, though winter access depends on snow conditions. The LAV (Liechtensteiner Alpenverein) manages it as part of the principality's thin network of huts.
Contact them directly by phone or email to check availability and current rates. Summer weekends fill quickly—book 6 to 8 weeks ahead for July and August. Shoulder season (May, June, September) is quieter and often has space with shorter notice. The hut is popular with Swiss and Austrian day-trippers, so expect a mix of through-hikers and locals grabbing a beer.
The hut runs 24 beds in shared rooms. Meals focus on hearty mountain fare—expect Alpenkäse and root vegetables rather than fine dining. Flush toilets are available; showers are not. There's no WiFi, so plan on actually talking to other hikers. Alp Bommen operates year-round, though winter access depends on snow conditions. The LAV (Liechtensteiner Alpenverein) manages it as part of the principality's thin network of huts.
Contact them directly by phone or email to check availability and current rates. Summer weekends fill quickly—book 6 to 8 weeks ahead for July and August. Shoulder season (May, June, September) is quieter and often has space with shorter notice. The hut is popular with Swiss and Austrian day-trippers, so expect a mix of through-hikers and locals grabbing a beer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact the hut by email or phone as soon as your dates are set; with only 24 beds, weekends and summer months fill quickly.
The hut operates seasonally in the warmer months; confirm current opening and closing dates with the warden before planning your trip.
Hike from Schaan village in 90 minutes via the Schloss Vaduz trail, or park at Äule trailhead for a 1-hour approach to the 1,230m hut.
Alp Bommen has flush toilets and serves hearty mountain meals (Alpenkäse, root vegetables); there are no showers or WiFi.
Yes—the 1-hour hike from Äule is manageable for fit beginners, and the hut works well as a base for ridge walks and day trips into the northern Liechtenstein peaks.
Quick Facts
- Season
- –
- Total
- 24
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Flush toilets
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +41 78 736 27 09
- Website
- https://www.alpbommen.ch/