Refuge du Lac de Gers
1.3
1,540m
Valais, Switzerland
About
Refuge du Lac de Gers sits at 1,540m on the shores of Lac de Gers in the Valais region. The main approach is a 2-hour hike from Grimentz, climbing steadily through larch forest to the lake basin. You can also reach it from Zinal in roughly the same time. Both routes are well-marked and gain around 600m elevation.
The refuge accommodates 18 people in simple dormitory rooms. Meals are served family-style and focus on hearty mountain food. The building has no shower, but washing facilities are available. The hut operates year-round, though winter access depends on snow conditions and you should confirm ahead. It's staffed seasonally—check before visiting in shoulder months.
Book directly by email or phone. Summer weekends fill quickly; contact at least 4 weeks ahead for July and August. The refuge is popular with day-hikers around the lake and with people doing multi-day traverses in the region, so mid-week visits are easier to arrange. Half-board and full-board options are both available.
The refuge accommodates 18 people in simple dormitory rooms. Meals are served family-style and focus on hearty mountain food. The building has no shower, but washing facilities are available. The hut operates year-round, though winter access depends on snow conditions and you should confirm ahead. It's staffed seasonally—check before visiting in shoulder months.
Book directly by email or phone. Summer weekends fill quickly; contact at least 4 weeks ahead for July and August. The refuge is popular with day-hikers around the lake and with people doing multi-day traverses in the region, so mid-week visits are easier to arrange. Half-board and full-board options are both available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead, especially for July and August; contact the refuge by email or phone to secure beds.
The refuge is typically open from June to September, though you should confirm current opening dates before planning your trip.
Hike 2 hours from Grimentz or Zinal, both routes gain around 600m and are well-marked through larch forest to the lake.
Family-style meals with hearty mountain food are served; there's no shower, but basic washing facilities are available.
Yes—the 2-hour approach is moderate with steady climbing, making it accessible for hikers with basic fitness.
Quick Facts
- Season
- –
- Total
- 18
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +33 4 50 34 40 28
- Website
- http://www.gitedegers.com/