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About
Cabane des Gorges sits at 520m in the lower valleys of the Swiss Alps, making it accessible for walkers of all abilities. The hut lies on the Gorge du Trient trail system, a classic low-altitude hiking zone near the Valais. You can reach it in 1.5 to 2 hours from Le Châtelard or Salvan. It works well as a base for day walks or as part of a longer trek through the Valais gorges.
The hut is managed by the Swiss Alpine Club (SAC/CAS) and offers simple dormitory accommodation for up to 20 people. The season runs from May to October, with the busiest months July and August. Meals are available on request—inform the guardian when you book. The hut has no electricity or running water; you'll fetch water from a nearby spring. Toilets are basic. This is a working refuge, not a hotel, so expect minimal frills and an early bedtime.
Book directly by phone or email at least two weeks ahead during peak season (July–August). Weekends fill faster than weekdays. The hut is also popular with school groups, so mid-week visits in shoulder seasons (May–June, September) offer more peace. Come prepared for cold nights even in summer—the stone building holds the chill.
The hut is managed by the Swiss Alpine Club (SAC/CAS) and offers simple dormitory accommodation for up to 20 people. The season runs from May to October, with the busiest months July and August. Meals are available on request—inform the guardian when you book. The hut has no electricity or running water; you'll fetch water from a nearby spring. Toilets are basic. This is a working refuge, not a hotel, so expect minimal frills and an early bedtime.
Book directly by phone or email at least two weeks ahead during peak season (July–August). Weekends fill faster than weekdays. The hut is also popular with school groups, so mid-week visits in shoulder seasons (May–June, September) offer more peace. Come prepared for cold nights even in summer—the stone building holds the chill.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for summer weekends; weekdays and shoulder seasons can often be arranged with shorter notice.
The hut is staffed from late May to late September, with weekends only in May and September.
Reach it in 1.5 to 2 hours on foot from Le Châtelard or Salvan; both villages are accessible by train and local bus.
Simple dormitory beds for up to 20 people; the hut serves dinner and breakfast, with packed lunches available on request.
Yes—at 520m with a 1.5- to 2-hour approach, it's ideal for families and walkers with limited Alpine experience looking for day hikes in the Gorge du Trient system.
Location
47.2832, 7.3820
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