Wildhornhütte

Wildhornhütte sits at 2303m on the northwest slopes of Wildhorngruppe in the Valais. Reach it from Lenk in the Simmental via the Iffigenalp: allow 3.5 hours for the 1,200m climb. The trail is well-marked and mostly gradual, with the final approach gaining height through alpine pasture. From the Wildhorn massif side, approach from the Oberaar area (4-5 hours), useful for those traversing the ridge network above the Göschenen valley.
The hut is managed by SAC and holds 96 beds across multiple rooms. Hot meals are served daily during the season—order your dinner when you arrive. The kitchen provides hot water for drinks. There are no hot showers on-site (this is a working hut in serious terrain). Toilets are basic. The hut operates year-round, though staffing and services are reduced in winter; always check beforehand if planning a winter visit. Staff can advise on conditions for scrambling the Wildhorngruppe peaks from here, routes taking 3-5 hours depending on your objectives.
Book direct by phone or email at least 2-3 weeks ahead. July and August often fill 4-6 weeks in advance—contact the hut by mid-May for these months. June and September are less crowded and offer stable weather. Winter visits require advance coordination. The hut lies on no major long-distance trail but serves as a solid base for alpine climbers tackling the surrounding 3,000m peaks or for hikers wanting a genuine refuge experience well away from valley crowds.