Obere Riggisalp
1.6
1,478m
Bernese Oberland, Switzerland
About
Obere Riggisalp sits at 1478m on the Riggisalp plateau in the Bernese Oberland, a classic base for day walks and multi-day treks across the region. Reach it from Meiringen in 2.5 hours via the Gental valley, or from Engelhberg in 3 hours via Trübsee and Jöchli Pass. Both approaches gain roughly 700–800m steadily through alpine meadows and larch forest. The hut lies on the main trekking route between Engelhberg and Meiringen, making it an obvious overnight stop or rest day location.
The hut is a working Alpine Club facility with 40 beds in mixed and private rooms. Meals are simple and substantial: evening three-course dinners, hearty breakfasts, packed lunches to order. The kitchen supplies hot drinks all day. Toilet facilities are basic but clean; showers are available. The hut operates year-round but staff presence varies—confirm opening dates before winter visits. The terrace faces north toward the Titlis massif and offers genuine shelter rather than views.
Book by calling direct. July and August fill weeks ahead, especially for weekends. May through September sees steady traffic from trekkers and day walkers, so phone 2–3 months before your planned dates. Winter visits require advance notice. The hut accepts no online booking system; telephone confirmation is essential. Arrive by mid-afternoon to settle in before dinner service. The setting is functional rather than luxurious, but the location and regular meals make it reliable for transit or acclimatization.
The hut is a working Alpine Club facility with 40 beds in mixed and private rooms. Meals are simple and substantial: evening three-course dinners, hearty breakfasts, packed lunches to order. The kitchen supplies hot drinks all day. Toilet facilities are basic but clean; showers are available. The hut operates year-round but staff presence varies—confirm opening dates before winter visits. The terrace faces north toward the Titlis massif and offers genuine shelter rather than views.
Book by calling direct. July and August fill weeks ahead, especially for weekends. May through September sees steady traffic from trekkers and day walkers, so phone 2–3 months before your planned dates. Winter visits require advance notice. The hut accepts no online booking system; telephone confirmation is essential. Arrive by mid-afternoon to settle in before dinner service. The setting is functional rather than luxurious, but the location and regular meals make it reliable for transit or acclimatization.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact the hut directly by phone; booking windows vary by season, but aim for at least 2–3 months ahead for July and August.
Obere Riggisalp is staffed seasonally; confirm current opening dates by phone, as Alpine huts typically operate June to September.
From Meiringen: 2.5 hours via Gental valley; from Engelhberg: 3 hours via Trübsee and Jöchli Pass—both gain 700–800m through meadows and larch forest at a steady gradient.
The hut serves meals and offers dormitory beds; contact them directly for details on showers and other amenities.
Yes—the steady terrain and moderate elevation gain make it accessible for families and inexperienced hikers, and it's ideally positioned as an overnight stop on the main Engelhberg–Meiringen trek.
Quick Facts
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Facilities
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +41 79 218 46 39
- Website