Demanding
About
Cabane de la Videmanette sits at 2130m on the Videmanette ridge in the Valais Alps, overlooking the Rhône Valley. Reach it from Leysin (1,260m) via the eastern flank of the ridge in 2.5 to 3 hours of steady climbing through forest and alpine meadow. The hut also connects to trails heading south toward the Diablerets massif and east into the Aar Massif, making it a natural waypoint on multi-day traverses across central Valais.
The hut operates year-round and sleeps 18 in simple dormitory rooms. Hot meals are served at dinner; breakfast is available. There is no self-catering kitchen, so you must eat what the guardian provides or bring everything you need. Water comes from a reliable spring near the hut. Winter access requires good fitness and mountain experience; check conditions with the hut before attempting the climb in snow.
Book directly with the guardian by phone or email at least two weeks ahead, longer in July and August. The hut is popular with guided groups and school parties, so summer weekends fill quickly. Solo hikers and small parties often have better luck on weekdays. The hut is managed privately and does not use the standard Swiss Alpine Club booking system.
The hut operates year-round and sleeps 18 in simple dormitory rooms. Hot meals are served at dinner; breakfast is available. There is no self-catering kitchen, so you must eat what the guardian provides or bring everything you need. Water comes from a reliable spring near the hut. Winter access requires good fitness and mountain experience; check conditions with the hut before attempting the climb in snow.
Book directly with the guardian by phone or email at least two weeks ahead, longer in July and August. The hut is popular with guided groups and school parties, so summer weekends fill quickly. Solo hikers and small parties often have better luck on weekdays. The hut is managed privately and does not use the standard Swiss Alpine Club booking system.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August; winter weekends fill quickly, so plan ahead year-round.
Open year-round, though staffing and services may be reduced outside June to September.
Start from Leysin (1,260m) and climb the eastern flank via forest and alpine meadow to reach the hut in 2.5 to 3 hours.
The hut serves meals (no self-catering kitchen), provides 18 beds in dormitory rooms, and offers basic Alpine hut amenities.
Yes—the 2.5 to 3 hour ascent from Leysin is steady but manageable for fit hikers new to Alpine huts.
Location
46.4589, 7.2039
HutLists Score
1.2
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Quick Facts
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Contact & Booking
- Website
- https://www.cabane-videmanette.net/
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