Chamanna Coaz CAS
1.5
2,610m
Graubuenden, Switzerland
About
Chamanna Coaz sits at 2,610m in the Albula Alps, northeast of Preda in Graubünden. You reach it on foot from Preda village (1,780m, 45 minutes by train from Chur). The hut trail climbs steadily through larch forest for about 2.5 hours. An alternative approach comes from the Säntis region via the Sertig valley—longer but less steep. Both routes are well-marked.
The SAC-run hut sleeps 55 across multiple dormitory rooms. Half-board is standard—expect decent mountain food at dinner and breakfast. The hut has drinking water from a spring. Summer hiking dominates the area: you can reach Piz Michel (2,816m) in 2 hours, or traverse across to Furkelhütte in a day. Winter access depends on snow conditions and avalanche risk. The hut typically operates year-round, but confirm before planning a winter visit.
Book direct with the hut by phone or email. July and August fill quickly—aim for 6-8 weeks ahead during peak season. June and September are less crowded and still good for hiking. The hut can usually accommodate walk-ins on weekdays outside summer, but don't rely on it. Bring cash for the bar; card payments depend on their current setup. The nearest road-accessible accommodation is in Preda, so a hut bed is essential if you want to do multi-day traverses in this region.
The SAC-run hut sleeps 55 across multiple dormitory rooms. Half-board is standard—expect decent mountain food at dinner and breakfast. The hut has drinking water from a spring. Summer hiking dominates the area: you can reach Piz Michel (2,816m) in 2 hours, or traverse across to Furkelhütte in a day. Winter access depends on snow conditions and avalanche risk. The hut typically operates year-round, but confirm before planning a winter visit.
Book direct with the hut by phone or email. July and August fill quickly—aim for 6-8 weeks ahead during peak season. June and September are less crowded and still good for hiking. The hut can usually accommodate walk-ins on weekdays outside summer, but don't rely on it. Bring cash for the bar; card payments depend on their current setup. The nearest road-accessible accommodation is in Preda, so a hut bed is essential if you want to do multi-day traverses in this region.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 3–4 months ahead for July and August; email or call the hut directly to confirm availability and arrange your stay.
Chamanna Coaz is staffed from mid-June to mid-October.
Take the train from Chur to Preda (45 minutes), then hike 2.5 hours uphill through larch forest to the hut at 2,610m; the route is well-marked and gains about 830m.
Half-board is standard—dinner and breakfast are included—plus reliable drinking water; there are no showers.
No; the access is classified as demanding with steady climbing and significant elevation gain, so you need good fitness and Alpine hiking experience.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- SAC
- Season
- –
- Total
- 55
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +41 81 842 62 78
- Website
- https://www.coaz.ch/