Galmihornhütte – Alpine Hut & Goms Hiking Base

The Galmihornhütte is a traditional mountain hut set high above the Goms region in the Upper Valais. Quiet, panoramic, and rooted in alpine pasture culture, it functions primarily as a hiking and trekking hut, ideal for day hikes, overnight stages, and multi-day circuits. It is not a technical mountaineering base.

• Hut Overview

  • Location: Goms (Upper Valais), Switzerland

  • Altitude: ~2,300 m

  • Type: Mountain hut / alpine refuge (seasonally served)

  • Capacity: Approx. 25–30 sleeping places

  • Season: Typically June to September (conditions dependent)

  • Management: Local / private

• Access & Approaches

  Access is straightforward via marked mountain trails.

  • Main approach: From villages in the Goms valley

  • Hiking time: ~2.5–3.5 hours

  • Elevation gain: ~700–900 m

  • Terrain: Alpine paths, pastures, rocky sections

  • Difficulty: T2–T3

  Suitable for regular hikers with basic mountain experience.

• Facilities & Comfort

  Comfort is simple and authentic.

  • Dormitory-style sleeping areas

  • Meals during the open season

  • Drinking water available

  • Basic toilets

  • Limited or no electricity

• Food & Atmosphere

  The atmosphere is calm and intimate.

  • Simple, hearty alpine cuisine

  • Quiet evenings and wide valley views

  • Popular with hikers seeking less crowded huts

• Prices & Booking

  • Rates: Moderate

  • Booking: Recommended due to limited capacity

  • Payment: Cash preferred

• Best Routes From the Hut

  • Day hikes above the Goms valley

  • Alpine pasture circuits and balcony trails

  • Connections to neighboring valleys and passes

  • Non-technical multi-day trekking itineraries

• When to Go

  • Best season: June to September

  • Main risks: Fog, afternoon storms, early-season snow

• Who Is This Hut For

  • Regular hikers

  • Long-distance alpine trekkers

  • Travelers seeking quiet, traditional huts

  • Not intended for mountaineering or glacier travel

Why This Hut Is Worth Visiting

At around 2,300 m, the Galmihornhütte offers a peaceful, traditional alpine experience in the Goms—excellent views, manageable access, and an atmosphere far from busy tourist routes.