Grünsee Mountain Lodge
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Grünsee Mountain Lodge sits at 2,296m on the eastern side of the Valais Alps, above the village of Saas-Fee. Reach it in 2.5 hours from Saas-Fee village on a well-marked trail that climbs steadily through alpine meadow and rocky terrain. The hut anchors the Grünsee lakes circuit, a popular day-hike route that continues north across the Simplon Pass watershed. Access is hiking only; no cable car or mechanised transport reaches the hut.
The lodge holds around 60 beds in shared dormitory rooms. The kitchen serves dinner, breakfast, and packed lunches; self-catering is not an option, so plan meals accordingly. Hot showers are available. The hut operates from late May through mid-October, closing during winter and shoulder seasons. Mobile reception is reliable. SAC members receive a small discount on bed rates.
Book directly by phone during season. Aim to call at least 4–6 weeks ahead for July and August weekends, when the hut fills with day-hikers and trekkers doing multi-day routes across the Valais. Weekday visits and June or September trips book easier. Arrival by mid-afternoon gives time to settle before dinner service.
The lodge holds around 60 beds in shared dormitory rooms. The kitchen serves dinner, breakfast, and packed lunches; self-catering is not an option, so plan meals accordingly. Hot showers are available. The hut operates from late May through mid-October, closing during winter and shoulder seasons. Mobile reception is reliable. SAC members receive a small discount on bed rates.
Book directly by phone during season. Aim to call at least 4–6 weeks ahead for July and August weekends, when the hut fills with day-hikers and trekkers doing multi-day routes across the Valais. Weekday visits and June or September trips book easier. Arrival by mid-afternoon gives time to settle before dinner service.
Frequently Asked Questions
Call ahead to check availability; booking direct by phone is essential for July and August, aim for at least 2–3 months ahead.
Open June through September, staffed seasonally during the main hiking season.
Hike 2.5 hours from Saas-Fee village on a well-marked trail through alpine meadow and rocky terrain; no cable car or mechanical access.
Around 60 beds in shared dormitory rooms; meals are served at the hut, typically including dinner and breakfast.
Yes, the steady 2.5-hour climb from Saas-Fee is manageable for hikers with basic fitness; it's an ideal base for day hikes on the Grünsee lakes circuit.
Location
46.0060, 7.7797
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Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +41 79 900 23 00
- Website
- https://gruenseemountainlodge.ch/
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