Britanniahütte
2.1About
Britanniahütte stands at 3,030m in the Valais Alps, on the south side of the Säckingen Pass between the Wallis and Uri valleys. The standard approach climbs from Hospental (1,450m) in roughly 4.5 hours, gaining 1,580m on a well-marked path. The hut also sits on the route from Andermatt via the Gotthard Pass if you're traversing the region. Snow closes the access route from October through May most years, so plan accordingly.
The hut sleeps 101 across shared dorms. Evening meals and packed lunches are available—book these when you reserve beds. A self-catering kitchen serves those who prefer to cook. Water is piped in from the mountain. There's no WiFi. The hut typically opens from late June through mid-September, though the exact dates depend on snow conditions. The facilities are straightforward mountain accommodation, designed for hikers and mountaineers moving through the high passes.
Book well ahead for July and August—6 to 8 weeks is standard. Contact the hut directly by email or phone. The hut fills quickly during the main season, especially at weekends and during the school holidays in the second half of July. Outside peak season (June and September), booking a few weeks ahead usually works. Arrive by early afternoon if you're collecting a reserved meal, as kitchen service winds down in late afternoon.
The hut sleeps 101 across shared dorms. Evening meals and packed lunches are available—book these when you reserve beds. A self-catering kitchen serves those who prefer to cook. Water is piped in from the mountain. There's no WiFi. The hut typically opens from late June through mid-September, though the exact dates depend on snow conditions. The facilities are straightforward mountain accommodation, designed for hikers and mountaineers moving through the high passes.
Book well ahead for July and August—6 to 8 weeks is standard. Contact the hut directly by email or phone. The hut fills quickly during the main season, especially at weekends and during the school holidays in the second half of July. Outside peak season (June and September), booking a few weeks ahead usually works. Arrive by early afternoon if you're collecting a reserved meal, as kitchen service winds down in late afternoon.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead for July and August; email or phone the hut directly to check availability and confirm your dates.
Britanniahütte is staffed from June to September; snow typically closes the access route from October through May.
The standard approach from Hospental (1,450m) takes 4.5 hours and climbs 1,580m on a marked trail to reach the hut at 3,030m.
The hut serves evening meals and packed lunches; there's a self-catering kitchen and drinking water available, but no WiFi.
Yes, the route from Hospental is well-marked and non-technical, but the 1,580m elevation gain demands good fitness; it's suitable for hikers with mountain experience rather than complete beginners.
Location
46.0601, 7.9350
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Quick Facts
- Total
- 101
Facilities
Meals served
Self catering
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +41 27 957 22 88
- Website
- https://www.britannia.ch/
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