Waldhütte au
2.2
Central Switzerland, Switzerland
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About
Waldhütte Au sits at 1,480m in the Appenzell Alps on the northeastern edge of the Swiss Alps. Most hikers reach it from Säntis (2,502m) in 2.5 hours heading east toward the Alpstein massif. The hut serves as a base for ridge walks and scrambles across this often-overlooked limestone range. Access is also possible from the villages of Appenzell or Wasserauen, making it suitable for both through-hikers and weekend visitors.
The hut has 30 beds split across multiple rooms. Meals are provided: order dinner and breakfast when you book. Water comes from the spring. Toilets are flush, not pit latrines. The season runs year-round, though the hut may close for maintenance outside peak months—check before traveling in winter. Waldhütte Au is managed by the local community and sits close enough to villages that resupply is possible, though you should carry food for your planned route.
Book 6-8 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. Contact the hut directly by phone or email to reserve. The hut fills quickly during school holidays and when the weather is stable. If your plans change, cancel in writing—the hut works with a small margin and depends on accurate reservations.
The hut has 30 beds split across multiple rooms. Meals are provided: order dinner and breakfast when you book. Water comes from the spring. Toilets are flush, not pit latrines. The season runs year-round, though the hut may close for maintenance outside peak months—check before traveling in winter. Waldhütte Au is managed by the local community and sits close enough to villages that resupply is possible, though you should carry food for your planned route.
Book 6-8 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. Contact the hut directly by phone or email to reserve. The hut fills quickly during school holidays and when the weather is stable. If your plans change, cancel in writing—the hut works with a small margin and depends on accurate reservations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead for July and August; shoulder season (June, September) can often be booked closer to your trip date. Contact the hut by email or phone to check availability.
The hut operates year-round, though staffing and meal service are most reliable from June to October.
From Säntis (2,502m), it's a 2.5-hour descent heading east; you can also approach from Appenzell or Wasserauen villages. All routes are marked hiking trails.
The hut has 30 beds in shared rooms, drinking water, and flush toilets. Meals are available; confirm meal times and menu options when you book.
Yes—the village approaches from Appenzell or Wasserauen are suitable for beginners, while ridge walks and scrambles from Säntis suit experienced hikers and mountaineers.
Location
47.4200, 8.5723
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Quick Facts
- Total
- 30
Facilities
Flush toilets
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +41 44 829 82 41
- Website
- https://forsthu.ch/waldhutte-9/
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