La Jonquille
2.7About
La Jonquille sits at 1,254m on the Chasseral massif in the Jura mountains. Reach it on foot from Nods (30 minutes) or from the Chasseral summit (1.5 hours downhill). The hut also sits on the Jura high route, so many pass through on multi-day trips crossing the range. Most hikers approach from the north or west where the terrain is gentler.
The hut sleeps 30 people in shared dorms. It serves meals with vegetarian options and runs a small self-service shop for snacks and basics. The kitchen is available to guests (bring your own food). Toilets and cold-water wash basins are basic. There is no WiFi. The hut operates year-round but may close for maintenance in November—check ahead. Winter access depends on snow conditions; the hut is not staffed in January and February but guests can self-cater if the building is accessible.
Book direct by phone or email through the SAC Chasseral section. The hut is moderately busy on weekends year-round, especially in summer and autumn when the Jura is warm and dry. July and August see the most traffic. Weekend slots fill 4–6 weeks ahead in high season. Phone ahead in winter to confirm heating is available and confirm access. Expect a small surcharge for non-SAC members.
The hut sleeps 30 people in shared dorms. It serves meals with vegetarian options and runs a small self-service shop for snacks and basics. The kitchen is available to guests (bring your own food). Toilets and cold-water wash basins are basic. There is no WiFi. The hut operates year-round but may close for maintenance in November—check ahead. Winter access depends on snow conditions; the hut is not staffed in January and February but guests can self-cater if the building is accessible.
Book direct by phone or email through the SAC Chasseral section. The hut is moderately busy on weekends year-round, especially in summer and autumn when the Jura is warm and dry. July and August see the most traffic. Weekend slots fill 4–6 weeks ahead in high season. Phone ahead in winter to confirm heating is available and confirm access. Expect a small surcharge for non-SAC members.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for weekends and July–August; weekday slots are usually available with shorter notice.
La Jonquille is staffed year-round, though services are reduced in winter (November–March).
Hike 30 minutes from Nods village, or 1.5 hours downhill from Chasseral summit; the hut sits on the Jura high route.
The hut serves dinner and breakfast with vegetarian options, and runs a small self-service shop for snacks and supplies.
Yes—the approaches are gentle and low-altitude (1,254m), making it ideal for hikers new to multi-day trips.
Location
47.1647, 6.9939
HutLists Score
2.7
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- SAC CAS- Chasseral
Contact & Booking
- Website
- https://cas-chasseral.ch/index.php/le-mazot-et-la-jonquille
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