Spannorthütte SAC
3.6About
Spannorthütte sits at 1,956m in the Uri Alps, accessible from the Gotthard region. Most hikers approach via Göschenen or from the Göscheneralp valley. The hut sits on a working route rather than a high pass, making it useful for multi-day traverses connecting the Gotthard area to routes further east. Plan 3–4 hours from Göschenen depending on your pace and path choice.
The hut holds 40 beds split across shared dorms. Meals are served daily—book your evening meal when you book the bed. Drinking water is available on-site. There is no WiFi. The hut operates year-round but confirm opening dates before winter visits, as access can be weather-dependent. The hut suits hikers doing longer routes through the Uri Alps rather than day-trippers.
Book direct by phone or email, especially for weekends and July–August when beds fill quickly. If you're planning a multi-day trip through the region, contact the hut 1–2 weeks ahead. Phone calls work best if you speak German or basic Alpine hut German; email is reliable for non-German speakers. Expect the hut to be quiet mid-week outside summer, making those periods ideal if you prefer fewer crowds.
The hut holds 40 beds split across shared dorms. Meals are served daily—book your evening meal when you book the bed. Drinking water is available on-site. There is no WiFi. The hut operates year-round but confirm opening dates before winter visits, as access can be weather-dependent. The hut suits hikers doing longer routes through the Uri Alps rather than day-trippers.
Book direct by phone or email, especially for weekends and July–August when beds fill quickly. If you're planning a multi-day trip through the region, contact the hut 1–2 weeks ahead. Phone calls work best if you speak German or basic Alpine hut German; email is reliable for non-German speakers. Expect the hut to be quiet mid-week outside summer, making those periods ideal if you prefer fewer crowds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead for summer weekends; email or call the hut directly to secure beds and meals.
Spannorthütte is staffed seasonally; contact the hut to confirm current opening dates, as Alpine huts typically operate June through September.
Approach from Göschenen or the Göscheneralp valley; plan 3–4 hours hiking time depending on your route and pace.
The hut serves meals daily (book your evening meal when reserving your bed) and has drinking water; there is no WiFi.
Yes—the moderate access difficulty and 1,956m elevation make it suitable for hiking beginners, though you should be comfortable with 3–4 hours of sustained walking.
Location
46.7998, 8.5098
HutLists Score
3.6
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- SAC SAC - CAS
- Total
- 40
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +41 41 637 34 80
- Website
- https://www.spannorthuette.ch
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