Kletterhütte Bockmattli
3.4About
Kletterhütte Bockmattli sits at 1501m in the Glarus Alps, above the Sernf Valley. Reach it from Elm by hiking 2.5 hours up the Bockmattli trail, a steady climb through forest and meadow. The hut works as a base for day hikes across this quieter section of the northeastern Swiss Alps, away from the busier Säntis region to the north.
The hut sleeps 10 people across simple rooms. Meals are served daily—request them when you book. You can also self-cater using the kitchen, and drinking water is available on-site. The season runs year-round, though winter conditions make access more difficult. This is a working climbing and hiking hut, not a luxury destination. The warden maintains it for serious hikers and climbers using the surrounding terrain.
Book by email or phone directly with the hut. Two weeks ahead is usually enough for weekends outside peak season. July and August fill faster—aim for 4 weeks ahead. Weekdays in shoulder seasons (May, June, September) are easiest to secure. Call ahead to confirm meals are being served, as staffing varies. Winter stays need advance coordination.
The hut sleeps 10 people across simple rooms. Meals are served daily—request them when you book. You can also self-cater using the kitchen, and drinking water is available on-site. The season runs year-round, though winter conditions make access more difficult. This is a working climbing and hiking hut, not a luxury destination. The warden maintains it for serious hikers and climbers using the surrounding terrain.
Book by email or phone directly with the hut. Two weeks ahead is usually enough for weekends outside peak season. July and August fill faster—aim for 4 weeks ahead. Weekdays in shoulder seasons (May, June, September) are easiest to secure. Call ahead to confirm meals are being served, as staffing varies. Winter stays need advance coordination.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact the hut by email or phone as soon as you have dates confirmed; with only 10 beds, book at least 2–3 months ahead for peak season (July–August).
The hut operates year-round, but staffing and meal service are most reliable June to September.
Hike 2.5 hours from Elm up the Bockmattli trail—a steady forest and meadow climb to 1501m.
Meals are served daily if you request them when booking; the self-catering kitchen and drinking water are available for independent cooks.
Yes—the 2.5-hour approach is moderate difficulty, and the hut works well as a base for day hikes in a quieter section of the Glarus Alps.
Location
47.0995, 8.9503
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Quick Facts
- Total
- 10
Facilities
Meals served
Self catering
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +41 79 827 30 66
- Website
- https://www.bockmattli.ch/
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