Rotstockhütte
1.2
2,039m
Bernese Oberland, Switzerland
About
Rotstockhütte sits at 2,039m in the Haslital valley southeast of Meiringen. Reach it from Engstlenalp (1,848m) in 1.5 hours on a well-marked path. The hut also connects to wider valley hiking and scrambling routes in the Urner Alps. The approach is straightforward and suitable for fit walkers with basic mountain skills.
The SAC-run hut sleeps 43 across shared dorms. Meals are cooked fresh each day and must be ordered in advance—typical offerings are hot soups, rösti, and local specialities. Drinking water comes from the hut's own source. There are no showers, so come prepared to wash with cold water. The hut operates year-round, though winter access requires avalanche awareness and mountain sense. Beds fill quickly during July and August, and weekends year-round draw regular crowds from the Lucerne region.
Book by phone or email at least two weeks ahead for summer weekends, and one week ahead for weekdays. The hut is small and popular with day-hikers from the valley, so expect a lively atmosphere rather than solitude. Contact them directly to confirm meals and any special dietary needs before arrival.
The SAC-run hut sleeps 43 across shared dorms. Meals are cooked fresh each day and must be ordered in advance—typical offerings are hot soups, rösti, and local specialities. Drinking water comes from the hut's own source. There are no showers, so come prepared to wash with cold water. The hut operates year-round, though winter access requires avalanche awareness and mountain sense. Beds fill quickly during July and August, and weekends year-round draw regular crowds from the Lucerne region.
Book by phone or email at least two weeks ahead for summer weekends, and one week ahead for weekdays. The hut is small and popular with day-hikers from the valley, so expect a lively atmosphere rather than solitude. Contact them directly to confirm meals and any special dietary needs before arrival.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead for peak season (July–August); outside summer, 2–4 weeks is usually sufficient. Contact the hut by email or phone to reserve.
Rotstockhütte is staffed from June to October, with the busiest period in July and August.
Start from Engstlenalp (1,848m) and follow the well-marked path for 1.5 hours to reach the hut at 2,039m.
Hot meals (soups, rösti, local dishes) are cooked daily and must be ordered when you book; drinking water is available, but there are no showers.
Yes—fit walkers with basic mountain skills can handle the straightforward 1.5-hour approach and the hut's position makes it ideal for valley hiking and scrambling in the Urner Alps.
Quick Facts
- Season
- –
- Total
- 43
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +41 33 855 24 64
- Website
- http://www.rotstockhuette.ch/