Alp Grat
1.7
Uri, Switzerland
About
Alp Grat sits at 2,764m in the Uri Alps, reached from the village of Göschenen in 4–4.5 hours on foot. The route climbs steeply through forest, then opens onto alpine pasture. The final approach crosses terrain that becomes rocky in places. In winter, the hut is accessible only by experienced mountaineers with avalanche awareness. Summer hikers arrive from the north via the Göschenen valley or from the south after crossing passes from the Gotthard region.
The hut operates year-round and holds 24 beds across simple dormitory rooms. The SAC-managed facility serves hot meals and packed lunches; vegetarian options are standard. Water comes from spring-fed sources nearby. There is no electricity, though oil lamps provide light in the evening. The toilet is a standard alpine outhouse. Bring a headtorch. The hut operates on a self-catering basis in winter; contact ahead for details. Summer guests should expect basic but reliable mountain hospitality and good access to the surrounding peaks.
Book directly by phone or email as far ahead as possible for July and August weekends; slots fill 2–3 months in advance. Weekend demand is significant during the main season. Phone ahead for winter conditions and access before attempting a visit outside summer months. The hut does not take online reservations through a central booking system, so direct contact is essential.
The hut operates year-round and holds 24 beds across simple dormitory rooms. The SAC-managed facility serves hot meals and packed lunches; vegetarian options are standard. Water comes from spring-fed sources nearby. There is no electricity, though oil lamps provide light in the evening. The toilet is a standard alpine outhouse. Bring a headtorch. The hut operates on a self-catering basis in winter; contact ahead for details. Summer guests should expect basic but reliable mountain hospitality and good access to the surrounding peaks.
Book directly by phone or email as far ahead as possible for July and August weekends; slots fill 2–3 months in advance. Weekend demand is significant during the main season. Phone ahead for winter conditions and access before attempting a visit outside summer months. The hut does not take online reservations through a central booking system, so direct contact is essential.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 3–4 months ahead for July and August; other months can usually be arranged with 4–6 weeks' notice.
The hut is open year-round, but winter access (November to April) requires mountaineering experience and avalanche awareness.
From Göschenen village, it's a 4–4.5 hour hike heading north through forest into alpine pasture, with rocky terrain on the final approach to 2,764m.
The hut has 24 beds in shared rooms and serves hot meals; bring a sleeping bag or rent one on site.
Summer access is suitable for fit hikers with solid mountain experience; the steep forest section and rocky terrain demand good fitness and sure-footedness.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- SAC
- Season
- –
- Total
- 24
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- Website
- https://www.alp-grat-surenenpass.ch/