Bivacco Ettore Conti
1.0
2,599m
Valais, Switzerland
About
Bivacco Ettore Conti sits at 2,599m in the Valais Alps, serving mountaineers and hikers tackling peaks and traverses in the remote upper valleys. The hut is accessed from the Saas Valley via the Almageller Valley, a demanding 4–5 hour approach gaining 1,200m from Saas-Grund. This is mountain terrain requiring experience with exposed scrambling and navigation. Winter and early spring approaches may require technical alpine skills.
The bivacco is a simple stone shelter with 9 beds spread across two rooms. It operates on a self-service basis with no guardian on site, meaning you bring all food, fuel, and water. There are no meals provided and no cooking facilities beyond what you carry. The hut is open year-round but conditions in winter and spring require proper alpine mountaineering experience. Most traffic happens June through September. The shelter provides basic protection and is maintained by volunteers; treat it with respect and leave it as you find it.
Book your visit by contacting the Saas-Grund tourist office or the SAC section responsible for maintenance. In peak season (July–August), arrive early in the day to secure bed space, as the hut fills quickly with alpinists working on Gran Combin, Monte Rosa, and surrounding 4,000m peaks. A headtorch, sleeping bag, and warm layers are essential even in summer.
The bivacco is a simple stone shelter with 9 beds spread across two rooms. It operates on a self-service basis with no guardian on site, meaning you bring all food, fuel, and water. There are no meals provided and no cooking facilities beyond what you carry. The hut is open year-round but conditions in winter and spring require proper alpine mountaineering experience. Most traffic happens June through September. The shelter provides basic protection and is maintained by volunteers; treat it with respect and leave it as you find it.
Book your visit by contacting the Saas-Grund tourist office or the SAC section responsible for maintenance. In peak season (July–August), arrive early in the day to secure bed space, as the hut fills quickly with alpinists working on Gran Combin, Monte Rosa, and surrounding 4,000m peaks. A headtorch, sleeping bag, and warm layers are essential even in summer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead during July and August; this tiny hut fills quickly given its 9-bed capacity.
The bivacco is typically accessible from June to September, though snow and conditions can close access outside peak summer months.
Approach from Saas-Grund via the Almageller Valley, a demanding 4–5 hour hike gaining 1,200m with exposed scrambling and navigation required.
It's a basic stone shelter with 9 beds and no services—bring your own food, water, and sleeping bag.
No; this is for experienced mountaineers and confident scramblers only, not beginners or families.
Quick Facts
- Season
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- Total
- 9
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- Website
- http://www.seocaidomo.it/rifugi-e-sede/bivacco-conti/