Fromatthütte
3.6About
Fromatthütte sits at 1800m in the Bernese Oberland, on the slopes above the Kiental valley. Reach it from Kiental village (allow 2.5 hours on foot) via a steady hiking trail through mixed forest and alpine meadow. The hut works as a base for day walks into the surrounding ridges and peaks, or as a rest point on longer traverse routes through this quieter corner of the Bernese Alps.
The SAC-managed hut has 20 beds split across simple dormitory rooms. Meals are served daily—expect straightforward mountain fare. Drinking water is available. There is no self-catering kitchen, so you eat what the hut provides or bring ready-to-eat food. The hut typically opens May through October, though confirm dates before planning a visit. Mobile reception is patchy.
Book direct by email as far ahead as possible. July and August fill quickly. For weekends year-round, contact the hut warden at least two weeks out. Confirm your arrival time when booking; the hut is staffed only during daylight hours. Pay cash on arrival, or ask about bank transfer when you email.
The SAC-managed hut has 20 beds split across simple dormitory rooms. Meals are served daily—expect straightforward mountain fare. Drinking water is available. There is no self-catering kitchen, so you eat what the hut provides or bring ready-to-eat food. The hut typically opens May through October, though confirm dates before planning a visit. Mobile reception is patchy.
Book direct by email as far ahead as possible. July and August fill quickly. For weekends year-round, contact the hut warden at least two weeks out. Confirm your arrival time when booking; the hut is staffed only during daylight hours. Pay cash on arrival, or ask about bank transfer when you email.
Frequently Asked Questions
Email the hut directly to check availability and book your dates; the small capacity (20 beds) means popular weekends fill quickly.
Fromatthütte operates seasonally in the Bernese Oberland; contact them directly for exact staffing dates, though typical season is June through September.
Hike from Kiental village in 2.5 hours via a steady trail through forest and alpine meadow to reach the hut at 1800m.
The hut has 20 beds in simple dorms and serves daily meals; you can't self-cater, so meals come from the hut kitchen.
Yes—the 2.5-hour approach from Kiental is steady and straightforward, and the hut works well as a base for day walks of varying difficulty in the surrounding ridges.
Location
46.5457, 7.4328
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3.6
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- SAC SAC
- Total
- 20
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Website
- https://www.sac-wildhorn.ch/huetten/fromatthuette
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