Almagellerhütte
2.6About
Almagellerhütte sits at 2,894m in the Valais Alps, accessed via the Saas Valley. Most hikers approach from Saas-Grund (1,559m), a 4.5-hour climb gaining 1,335m. The trail follows the Almageller Bach stream through alpine meadows before steepening into scree and rocky terrain. In summer, a cable car from Saas-Grund to Plattjen (2,457m) cuts 1.5 hours from the approach. From Plattjen, the walk to the hut takes 1.5 hours via a well-marked path. Winter access is not reliable.
The hut is managed by the Saas-Grund community and accommodates 120 people in mixed dormitories. Hot meals are served daily; the kitchen provides hearty alpine fare suited to climbers and trekkers. Drinking water is available on-site. The hut operates year-round but is quietest November to April. Expect crowding in July and August, especially weekends. The location is ideal for climbers targeting peaks in the Mischabel range: Dom (4,545m), Täschhorn (4,533m), and Alphubel (4,206m). Experienced hikers also use it as a waypoint on multi-day traverses between Saas Valley and Zermatt.
Book 8-10 weeks ahead for July and August. Contact the hut directly by email or phone to check availability and confirm meal service. The hut may have periods of reduced staffing in shoulder seasons, so confirm opening dates before traveling. Winter visitors should contact ahead to verify access conditions and staffing levels.
The hut is managed by the Saas-Grund community and accommodates 120 people in mixed dormitories. Hot meals are served daily; the kitchen provides hearty alpine fare suited to climbers and trekkers. Drinking water is available on-site. The hut operates year-round but is quietest November to April. Expect crowding in July and August, especially weekends. The location is ideal for climbers targeting peaks in the Mischabel range: Dom (4,545m), Täschhorn (4,533m), and Alphubel (4,206m). Experienced hikers also use it as a waypoint on multi-day traverses between Saas Valley and Zermatt.
Book 8-10 weeks ahead for July and August. Contact the hut directly by email or phone to check availability and confirm meal service. The hut may have periods of reduced staffing in shoulder seasons, so confirm opening dates before traveling. Winter visitors should contact ahead to verify access conditions and staffing levels.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 3–4 months ahead for July and August; email or phone the hut directly to reserve.
The hut is staffed from June to September; winter access is not reliable.
Start from Saas-Grund (1,559m): take the cable car to Plattjen (2,457m) and hike 1.5 hours to the hut, or hike the full 4.5-hour route gaining 1,335m via Almageller Bach.
Meals are served daily; drinking water is available, though showers are not mentioned—typical for Swiss huts at this elevation.
Yes, if you use the cable car to Plattjen; the final 1.5-hour walk is straightforward. The full 4.5-hour approach from Saas-Grund requires good fitness and mountain experience.
Location
46.1076, 8.0077
HutLists Score
2.6
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- SAC
- Total
- 120
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +41 27 957 11 79
- Website
- http://www.almagellerhuette.ch
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