Bannegghütte
3.3
Central Switzerland, Switzerland
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Bannegghütte sits at 2,434m on the north side of the Banneggen ridge in the Uri Alps. Reach it from Göschenen via the Göschenen Gorge trail (Schöllenen Schlucht), then continue up the Banneggen valley—count on 4 to 4.5 hours from the station. Alternatively, approach from the south via Andermatt, which takes 4 to 5 hours depending on your starting point. The final push to the hut is steep but straightforward.
The hut is a modest 18-bed operation run by the Swiss Alpine Club (SAC). You get drinking water and flush toilets—basic facilities suited to the location. The hut serves as a base for hiking and alpinism in the Uri Alps, with good access to ridge walks and scrambles in the surrounding peaks. Most visitors stay May through October; winter access is possible but depends on snow conditions. Half-board is available if you arrange it when booking.
Phone the hut directly to reserve beds. The small capacity means it fills up on weekends and during July and August—book at least 2 to 3 weeks ahead for these periods. Quieter times like June, September, and weekdays outside school holidays are easier to book. Check their contact details with the SAC or your local hiking guide before calling, as mountain hut numbers sometimes change.
The hut is a modest 18-bed operation run by the Swiss Alpine Club (SAC). You get drinking water and flush toilets—basic facilities suited to the location. The hut serves as a base for hiking and alpinism in the Uri Alps, with good access to ridge walks and scrambles in the surrounding peaks. Most visitors stay May through October; winter access is possible but depends on snow conditions. Half-board is available if you arrange it when booking.
Phone the hut directly to reserve beds. The small capacity means it fills up on weekends and during July and August—book at least 2 to 3 weeks ahead for these periods. Quieter times like June, September, and weekdays outside school holidays are easier to book. Check their contact details with the SAC or your local hiking guide before calling, as mountain hut numbers sometimes change.
Frequently Asked Questions
Call ahead—the hut has only 18 beds, so book at least a few weeks in advance, especially for weekends and July–August.
The hut is typically staffed from June to October; check with the SAC directly for exact opening and closing dates.
From Göschenen station, hike via the Schöllenen Schlucht gorge and up the Banneggen valley in 4–4.5 hours, or approach from Andermatt in 4–5 hours; the final section is steep.
The hut provides drinking water and flush toilets; bring a sleeping bag, and ask about meal options when you book.
It's fine for hill walkers with decent fitness, but the steep final climb and exposure make it more suitable for hikers comfortable on rough mountain terrain.
Location
47.2810, 8.5636
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3.3
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- SAC
- Total
- 18
Facilities
Meals served
Flush toilets
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +41 44 713 05 55
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