Bivacco Busin
1.0
2,407m
Valais, Switzerland
About
Bivacco Busin sits at 2,407m on the slopes above Saas-Grund in the Valais. Reach it from Saas-Grund village in 2.5–3 hours on foot, following the trail via Saas-Almagell and continuing upward through alpine meadows and scree. The approach is straightforward but gains 1,200m elevation, so start early. The bivouac serves as a useful base for mountaineering objectives in the Saas Valley, including approaches to peaks around the Monte Rosa massif and access to the higher hut network.
Bivacco Busin is a small, basic shelter with 6 beds. It operates as an unstaffed bivouac, meaning you'll find a simple hut with emergency supplies but no warden or meals. Bring your own food, water (collect from sources on the approach), and a stove if you plan to cook. The hut is open year-round, though winter access requires mountaineering skills and avalanche awareness. Summer is the main season for hikers and alpinists.
Contact the SAC section managing the hut (Saas-Grund area) or check the bivouac register before setting out. Most visitors carry a copy of the relevant Valais guidebook or the 1:25,000 Swisstopo map. Arrive with enough daylight to get settled, especially in shoulder seasons when darkness comes early.
Bivacco Busin is a small, basic shelter with 6 beds. It operates as an unstaffed bivouac, meaning you'll find a simple hut with emergency supplies but no warden or meals. Bring your own food, water (collect from sources on the approach), and a stove if you plan to cook. The hut is open year-round, though winter access requires mountaineering skills and avalanche awareness. Summer is the main season for hikers and alpinists.
Contact the SAC section managing the hut (Saas-Grund area) or check the bivouac register before setting out. Most visitors carry a copy of the relevant Valais guidebook or the 1:25,000 Swisstopo map. Arrive with enough daylight to get settled, especially in shoulder seasons when darkness comes early.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead during summer; this is a small bivouac with only 6 beds, so slots fill quickly.
Open June to October, weather dependent; it is unstaffed, so check conditions before heading up.
Start from Saas-Grund village and hike 2.5–3 hours via Saas-Almagell, gaining 1,200m elevation; the route is straightforward but steep.
It's a basic bivouac with 6 beds and no amenities—bring your own sleeping bag, food, stove, and fuel.
No; the steep 1,200m climb and basic facilities suit mountaineers and experienced hikers only, not beginners or families.
Quick Facts
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- Total
- 6
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Contact & Booking
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