Demanding
About
Cabane de Prafleuri sits at 2,662m in the Pennine Alps between Arolla and the Col de la Forclaz de Kolerin. The approach from Arolla takes 3.5 hours via the Lac de Panerotta and the Glacier de Prafleuri. The route is rocky and steep in places but straightforward in summer. Winter access is not reliable and the hut is typically closed November through May. Alternative approaches exist from the Forclaz de Kolerin direction, though most parties come from Arolla.
The hut is run by the Swiss Alpine Club (SAC) and sleeps 45 people in shared dormitories. Meals are standard alpine fare—hearty dinners and breakfasts are provided to overnight guests. The hut has basic facilities: no showers, but water is available and toilets are outside. A small shop sells snacks and emergency supplies. This is a working hut on the main hiking routes across the Pennine Alps, not a destination in itself.
Book at least two months ahead for July and August weekends. The hut fills regularly during the summer season. Contact the SAC directly or book online through their website. The hut answers to the Valais section of the SAC. Arrive before 18:00. The warden expects payment in cash or Swiss card—confirm payment methods when booking.
The hut is run by the Swiss Alpine Club (SAC) and sleeps 45 people in shared dormitories. Meals are standard alpine fare—hearty dinners and breakfasts are provided to overnight guests. The hut has basic facilities: no showers, but water is available and toilets are outside. A small shop sells snacks and emergency supplies. This is a working hut on the main hiking routes across the Pennine Alps, not a destination in itself.
Book at least two months ahead for July and August weekends. The hut fills regularly during the summer season. Contact the SAC directly or book online through their website. The hut answers to the Valais section of the SAC. Arrive before 18:00. The warden expects payment in cash or Swiss card—confirm payment methods when booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August; earlier slots often fill quickly given the hut's small capacity and popular location.
Cabane de Prafleuri is staffed from June to September; winter access is unreliable and the hut closes November through May.
The standard approach from Arolla takes 3.5 hours via Lac de Panerotta and Glacier de Prafleuri; the route is rocky and steep in places but straightforward in summer.
The hut offers dormitory beds and serves dinner and breakfast; bring a sleeping bag or rent linens on-site.
It's suitable for fit hikers with basic Alpine experience; the glacier crossing and steep terrain require sure footing and comfort with exposure, not a beginner's route.
Location
46.0749, 7.3788
HutLists Score
1.2
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Quick Facts
Contact & Booking
- Website
- http://www.prafleuri.ch/
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