Refuge Miryam
1.0Rifugio Miryam
2,045m
Valais, Switzerland
About
Rifugio Miryam sits at 2,045m in the Val d'Herémence, a quiet side valley in Valais. You reach it from Chippis or via the hamlet of Nax—both require hiking between 2.5 and 3.5 hours depending on your starting point. The approach is steady, never steep, making it accessible for most walkers. The hut is well-placed for exploring the upper valley and forms a logical stop on multi-day routes crossing the region.
The hut is small and modest, operating as a simple mountain accommodation rather than a major hub. Meals are home-cooked and hearty. Expect basic but clean dorm beds and a dining room where you actually meet other hikers. Water comes from the mountain. The hut operates year-round but runs on reduced services in winter—contact ahead if you're coming November to March. Summer crowds here are minimal compared to the major SAC huts further north.
Book directly by phone. The staff speak Italian and French. July and August do fill up, but you rarely need to book months ahead like you do at the Hörnli or Britannia. A week's notice is usually enough except in peak weeks. Call ahead anyway to confirm meals and to check conditions if you're visiting in shoulder seasons.
The hut is small and modest, operating as a simple mountain accommodation rather than a major hub. Meals are home-cooked and hearty. Expect basic but clean dorm beds and a dining room where you actually meet other hikers. Water comes from the mountain. The hut operates year-round but runs on reduced services in winter—contact ahead if you're coming November to March. Summer crowds here are minimal compared to the major SAC huts further north.
Book directly by phone. The staff speak Italian and French. July and August do fill up, but you rarely need to book months ahead like you do at the Hörnli or Britannia. A week's notice is usually enough except in peak weeks. Call ahead anyway to confirm meals and to check conditions if you're visiting in shoulder seasons.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact the hut by phone as early as possible, especially for summer weekends; this small hut fills quickly.
Rifugio Miryam operates seasonally in summer months; confirm current opening dates by phone before planning your trip.
Hike 2.5 to 3.5 hours from Chippis or the hamlet of Nax—a steady approach with no steep sections.
It's a simple mountain hut with basic beds and meals; bring a headlamp and expect modest amenities.
Yes—the steady approach and 2,045m elevation make it accessible for most walkers, though the remote location suits hikers comfortable with simple accommodation.
Quick Facts
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- Dormitory
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- Private rooms
Facilities
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +39 339 4046395
- Website
- http://rifugiomiryam.org/