Demanding
About
Cabane de Prarochet sits at 2,555m in the Valais Alps, serving hikers on routes linking the Mont-Blanc and Gran Paradiso regions. Reach it from Le Châble (1,712m) in 4 hours via the Plateau du Couloir and Col de Prarochet. Most parties approach from Verbier side via Col de la Loze (2,002m) in 3.5 hours. The final section climbs steeply through scree and boulder fields. Snow can block the route until late June; check conditions before going.
The hut has 44 beds across multiple rooms and serves evening meals and breakfast. Drinking water is available on-site. This is a functional alpine hut, not a luxury refuge. The guardian manages a basic but reliable operation. Summer season runs from mid-June through September, though opening dates depend on snow clearance. The hut closes in winter.
Book directly by phone with the guardian. July and August fill quickly—contact 4–6 weeks ahead for these months. June and September are easier to book but bring weather risk. Half-board (dinner and breakfast) is standard. Bring cash in Swiss francs or check what payment methods they accept when you call. The hut sits on the high route between two major ski resort valleys, so expect other hikers on weekends during July–August.
The hut has 44 beds across multiple rooms and serves evening meals and breakfast. Drinking water is available on-site. This is a functional alpine hut, not a luxury refuge. The guardian manages a basic but reliable operation. Summer season runs from mid-June through September, though opening dates depend on snow clearance. The hut closes in winter.
Book directly by phone with the guardian. July and August fill quickly—contact 4–6 weeks ahead for these months. June and September are easier to book but bring weather risk. Half-board (dinner and breakfast) is standard. Bring cash in Swiss francs or check what payment methods they accept when you call. The hut sits on the high route between two major ski resort valleys, so expect other hikers on weekends during July–August.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book as soon as possible by phone, especially for July and August when capacity fills quickly.
Open late June to September, depending on snow conditions at the passes.
From Verbier via Col de la Loze takes 3.5 hours; from Le Châble via Plateau du Couloir and Col de Prarochet takes 4 hours. The final section is steep scree and boulders.
Meals are served daily, and drinking water is available. There are 44 beds in shared rooms.
No—the steep final approach over scree and boulders demands solid footing and fitness; it's best for experienced hikers.
Location
46.3144, 7.2475
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Quick Facts
- Total
- 44
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +41 27 395 27 27
- Website
- https://www.ski-club-saviese.ch
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