Berggasthaus Trift
3.1About
Berggasthaus Trift sits at 2337m in the Trift valley above Grächen in Valais. Reach it from Grächen village (1619m) via a well-marked trail that takes 2.5 to 3 hours. The path climbs steadily through Alpine meadow and larch forest. From the hut, you can day-trip to Weisshorn's lower slopes or traverse toward Augstbord. Winter access is possible but snow conditions vary—check locally before attempting.
The hut holds 48 beds in mixed dormitories. Meals are served daily and include a simple breakfast and dinner menu; the kitchen can handle vegetarian requests with advance notice. Drinking water comes directly from the valley spring. There is no shower. The hut operates year-round, though it can be quiet in November and April. Heating is solid and bunks are comfortable enough for a sleeping bag.
Phone ahead to book your bed, especially for weekends and July-August. The hut fills quickly on Friday and Saturday nights during summer. Plan to arrive by 5pm to secure a good meal slot. Cancellations happen regularly, so it's worth calling a few days before if you have flexible dates. Pay cash on arrival if possible; card payments may incur a surcharge.
The hut holds 48 beds in mixed dormitories. Meals are served daily and include a simple breakfast and dinner menu; the kitchen can handle vegetarian requests with advance notice. Drinking water comes directly from the valley spring. There is no shower. The hut operates year-round, though it can be quiet in November and April. Heating is solid and bunks are comfortable enough for a sleeping bag.
Phone ahead to book your bed, especially for weekends and July-August. The hut fills quickly on Friday and Saturday nights during summer. Plan to arrive by 5pm to secure a good meal slot. Cancellations happen regularly, so it's worth calling a few days before if you have flexible dates. Pay cash on arrival if possible; card payments may incur a surcharge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Call ahead to reserve—phone contact is available directly with the hut. Book at least 2–3 weeks ahead for summer weekends.
The hut operates year-round, but winter access depends on snow conditions; confirm locally before visiting outside summer months.
Start from Grächen village (1619m) and follow the marked trail for 2.5 to 3 hours; the route climbs steadily through meadow and larch forest to 2337m.
Daily meals are served including breakfast, and drinking water is available; beds are in mixed dormitories for 48 guests total.
Yes—the 2.5 to 3 hour approach from Grächen is steady but moderate, making it accessible for hikers with basic fitness and experience on marked trails.
Location
46.0300, 7.7211
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3.1
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Quick Facts
- Season
- Jun-Sep
- Total
- 48
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Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +41 79 408 70 20
- Website
- http://www.zermatt.ch/trift
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