Cabin des Rognes
1.0Cabane des Rognes
2,768m
Valais, Switzerland
About
Cabane des Rognes sits at 2,768m on the Swiss-Italian border in the Mont-Rose massif, east of Zermatt. Reach it from Staffel (1,537m) via Riffelalp in 5–6 hours of steady hiking. The route climbs through alpine meadows then transitions to scree and rock. Winter access requires mountaineering skills and avalanche awareness. Most parties approach from the Valais side; Italian approaches exist but are less common.
The hut sleeps around 50 in shared dormitories. Meals are provided—order dinner and breakfast when booking. Water comes from snowmelt; there's no shower. The hut operates year-round but staffing and availability vary seasonally. Winter ascents demand experience with crampons and rope work. Summer sees the highest traffic from climbers attempting Mont-Rose and surrounding peaks. The SAC/CAS manages the hut.
Book directly by phone several months ahead for July and August. June and September fill quickly too. Outside peak season, you can often find space with shorter notice. Confirm current opening dates before traveling—severe weather or staffing issues occasionally force closures. The hut sits in serious mountain terrain; come prepared for exposure and weather changes regardless of season.
The hut sleeps around 50 in shared dormitories. Meals are provided—order dinner and breakfast when booking. Water comes from snowmelt; there's no shower. The hut operates year-round but staffing and availability vary seasonally. Winter ascents demand experience with crampons and rope work. Summer sees the highest traffic from climbers attempting Mont-Rose and surrounding peaks. The SAC/CAS manages the hut.
Book directly by phone several months ahead for July and August. June and September fill quickly too. Outside peak season, you can often find space with shorter notice. Confirm current opening dates before traveling—severe weather or staffing issues occasionally force closures. The hut sits in serious mountain terrain; come prepared for exposure and weather changes regardless of season.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact the hut directly by phone at least 2–3 months ahead, especially for July and August weekends.
Cabane des Rognes is staffed from June to September; winter access is possible only with mountaineering skills and avalanche training.
Start from Staffel (1,537m) and hike via Riffelalp in 5–6 hours; the route climbs through alpine meadows then scree and rock to 2,768m.
The hut sleeps 50 in shared dormitories and serves dinner and breakfast; order your meals when you book.
No—the 5–6 hour approach involves sustained climbing and exposure; go if you're fit and comfortable on rocky terrain, but winter ascents require mountaineering experience.
Quick Facts
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Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +33 4 50 54 40 04
- Website