Gaulihütte SAC
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Gaulihütte sits at 2205m in the Gauli valley, northeast of the Grimselpass in the Bernese Oberland. The standard approach is from Guttannen (1340m) via the Gauli glacier. Allow 4–5 hours for this glacier crossing—a rope team and crampon experience is essential. Alternatively, approach from the Grimselpass (1909m) via the Grubenalp hut in 4 hours, though this route also involves glacier travel.
The hut is SAC-managed and sleeps 65 across mixed dormitories and smaller rooms. The kitchen staff prepare three meals daily; a self-catering option is available if you prefer to cook. Drinking water is reliable. The hut operates year-round, though winter access requires glacier experience and is not for casual visitors. The surrounding terrain offers day hikes to the Gauli glacier and Gärstelegg, and serves as a staging point for ascents including the Wetterhorn and Schreckhorn.
Book directly with the hut by phone or email at least 2 weeks in advance, longer for July and August weekends. The SAC membership discount applies here. Expect crowds during July–August and on school holiday weeks. The hut fills quickly during good weather windows; contact them first rather than making the glacier approach on speculation.
The hut is SAC-managed and sleeps 65 across mixed dormitories and smaller rooms. The kitchen staff prepare three meals daily; a self-catering option is available if you prefer to cook. Drinking water is reliable. The hut operates year-round, though winter access requires glacier experience and is not for casual visitors. The surrounding terrain offers day hikes to the Gauli glacier and Gärstelegg, and serves as a staging point for ascents including the Wetterhorn and Schreckhorn.
Book directly with the hut by phone or email at least 2 weeks in advance, longer for July and August weekends. The SAC membership discount applies here. Expect crowds during July–August and on school holiday weeks. The hut fills quickly during good weather windows; contact them first rather than making the glacier approach on speculation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for peak season (July–August); email or phone the hut directly to check availability and confirm your glacier experience level.
Gaulihütte is staffed from mid-June to late September.
The standard approach from Guttannen takes 4–5 hours via the Gauli glacier; you must be comfortable with rope teams and crampons. An alternative 4-hour route starts from Grimselpass via Grubenalp, but also involves glacier travel.
Meals are served daily, or you can self-cater in the kitchen; drinking water is available.
No—this is a mountaineering hut, not for beginners. You need solid glacier travel skills, crampon experience, and rope competence before attempting the approach.
Location
46.6238, 8.2167
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- SAC SAC - CAS
- Total
- 65
Facilities
Meals served
Self catering
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +41 33 971 31 66
- Website
- https://www.gaulihuette.ch/
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