Cabane de Moiry CAS – Alpine Hut & High-Mountain Base Guide

The Cabane de Moiry CAS is a classic high-alpine hut overlooking the Moiry Glacier in the Val d’Anniviers. Renowned for its dramatic glacier panorama and strong mountaineering focus, it is a key base for classic 4,000-metre ascents and demanding alpine traverses, while remaining accessible to strong hikers with solid mountain experience.

• Hut Overview

  • Location: Val d’Anniviers (Grimentz / Moiry sector), Canton of Valais, Switzerland

  • Altitude: 2,825 m

  • Type: Serviced CAS high-alpine hut (with winter room)

  • Capacity: Approx. 90–100 sleeping places

  • Season:

    • Guarded: usually mid-June to late September

    • Winter room: accessible outside the guarded season

  • Managed by: Swiss Alpine Club (CAS)

• Access & Approaches

  Access combines a relatively efficient approach with a clearly alpine character.

  • Main approach: From Barrage de Moiry (dam)

  • Hiking time: ~2.5–3.5 hours

  • Elevation gain: ~700–900 m

  • Terrain: Alpine trails, moraines, rocky sections

  • Difficulty: T3

  The final section offers continuous views over the Moiry Glacier.

• Facilities & Comfort

  The hut offers solid CAS comfort for a high-mountain environment.

  • Large dormitories with mattresses and blankets

  • Half-board meals

  • Drinking water available

  • Indoor toilets

  • Electricity and lighting

  The winter room is functional but requires full self-sufficiency.

• Food & Atmosphere

  The Cabane de Moiry has a lively, international atmosphere during summer.

  • Traditional Swiss alpine cuisine

  • Energy-rich meals for summit days

  • Social dining room with glacier views

  Evenings are often dedicated to planning early glacier starts.

• Prices & Booking

  • Rates: Standard CAS hut prices

  • Discounts: CAS member discounts apply

  • Booking: Strongly recommended in summer

  • Payment: Cash preferred

  Due to popularity, reservations are advisable well in advance.

• Best Routes From the Hut

  The hut is a major mountaineering hub:

  • Bishorn (4,153 m) – classic ascent

  • Weisshorn (4,506 m) – via the East Ridge (serious objective)

  • Glacier routes and traverses in the Moiry basin

  • High-alpine link-ups toward neighboring huts

  Most routes involve glacier travel and require full alpine equipment.

• When to Go

  • Best season: July to September

  • Conditions: Cold nights, rapid weather changes

  • Main risks: Crevasses, icefall, storms

  Very early starts are standard for summit routes.

• Who Is This Hut For

  • Experienced hikers

  • Mountaineers and alpinists

  • High-mountain photographers

  • Not suitable for beginners or casual hikers

Why This Hut Is Worth Visiting

At 2,825 m, the Cabane de Moiry CAS offers one of the most impressive glacier panoramas in the Valais. Combining relatively efficient access with serious alpine scope, it is an essential hut for classic ascents and a highlight of the Val d’Anniviers for anyone seeking a true high-mountain experience.