Salbithütte SAC – Alpine Hut & Granite Climbing Base
The Salbithütte SAC is a renowned alpine hut set above Gadmen, at the foot of the Salbitschijen in the Bernese Alps. Celebrated for world-class granite climbing, spectacular ridges, and exposed approaches, it serves as a specialist base for climbers and experienced alpine hikers.
Rugghubelhütte SAC – Alpine Hut & Engelberg High-Hiking Base
The Rugghubelhütte SAC is a well-positioned alpine hut above the Engelberg valley, on the border between Obwalden and Nidwalden. Known for its wide panoramas and relatively accessible approach, it functions primarily as a high-alpine hiking and stage hut, while also serving as a base for scrambles and more demanding routes in the Engelberg Alps.
Planurahütte SAC – High-Alpine Hut & Tödi Summit Base
The Planurahütte SAC is a classic high-alpine summit hut dramatically positioned above the Claridenfirn, directly beneath the massive north face of the Tödi (3,614 m)—the highest peak of the Glarus Alps. Remote, technical, and uncompromising, it serves almost exclusively as a base for glacier travel and serious alpine ascents, with the Tödi as its primary objective.
Ortstockhaus – Alpine Hut & Ortstock Massif Base
The Ortstockhaus is a classic mountain hut located above Braunwald, in the Glarus Alps, directly beneath the imposing rock walls of the Ortstock massif. Known for its dramatic limestone scenery and demanding approaches, it serves as a base for strong alpine hikers, scramblers, and climbers, rather than casual walkers.
Lidernenhütte SAC – Alpine Hut & Schwyz Alps Hiking Hub
Introduction
The Lidernenhütte SAC is a popular and well-positioned alpine hut above Riemenstalden, in the Canton of Schwyz. Set on a scenic terrace at the edge of rugged limestone terrain, it is widely used as a hiking base, training hut, and family-friendly alpine destination.
Leutschachhütte SAC – Alpine Hut & Kärpf High-Plateau Base
The Leutschachhütte SAC is a quietly positioned alpine hut in the Kärpf region of the Glarus Alps, an area renowned for wide high plateaus, wildlife reserves, and long, scenic routes rather than technical mountaineering.
Kröntenhütte SAC – Alpine Hut & Krönten Hiking Base
The Kröntenhütte SAC is a traditional alpine hut located above the Maderanertal in the Canton of Uri, on the lower slopes of the Krönten massif. Despite its relatively moderate altitude, it serves as a strategic base for demanding alpine hikes and the ascent of the Krönten (3,108 m), acting as a transition point between valley hiking and serious alpine terrain.
Hüfihütte SAC – High-Alpine Hut & Hüfi Glacier Base
The Hüfihütte SAC is a classic high-alpine hut perched above the Hüfigletscher in the Maderanertal (Canton of Uri). Remote and purpose-driven, it serves as a base for glacier travel, ski touring, and demanding alpine ascents in the Windgällen–Clariden sector.
Grassenbiwak SAC – High-Alpine Bivouac & Grassen Summit Base
The Grassenbiwak SAC is a small and exposed high-alpine bivouac situated near the summit pyramid of the Grassen (2,946 m), above the Susten Pass on the border between the cantons of Uri and Bern. Designed for experienced alpinists, it serves as a minimal shelter and staging point for classic alpine routes and traverses in the Susten region.
Glattalphütte SAC – Alpine Hut & Karst Plateau Base
The Glattalphütte SAC is a distinctive alpine hut located on the vast Glattalp karst plateau, above the Muotathal in the Canton of Schwyz. Known for its wild limestone landscape, sinkholes, and remote atmosphere, the hut serves as a base for alpine hiking, karst exploration, and demanding non-glaciated routes.
Etzlihütte SAC – Alpine Hut & Maderanertal Stage Base
The Etzlihütte SAC is a beautifully situated alpine hut above the Maderanertal, on the boundary between the valleys of Brunnital and Etzlital in the Canton of Uri.
Dammahütte SAC – High-Alpine Hut & Dammastock Summit Base
The Dammahütte SAC is a compact high-alpine hut dramatically positioned above the Göscheneralp basin, close to the Damma Glacier and beneath the imposing north face of the Dammastock (3,630 m), the highest peak in the Central Alps.
Claridenhütte SAC – High-Alpine Hut & Claridenfirn Traverse Base
The Claridenhütte SAC is a classic high-alpine hut set above the Claridenfirn in the Glarus Alps, close to the border with Uri. Renowned for its wide glacier panorama and its role on historic alpine crossings, it functions as a stage hut for glacier traverses, ski touring, and summer alpinism rather than a single-summit base.
Chelenalphütte SAC – Alpine Hut & Göscheneralp Glacier Base
The Chelenalphütte SAC is a compact high-alpine hut located above the Göscheneralp in the Canton of Uri, close to the margins of the Chelengletscher. Compared with its neighbor, the Bergseehütte, it is smaller, quieter, and more technical in character, serving mainly as a base for alpinism and glacier routes rather than classic hiking.
Capanna Cadlimo CAS – Remote Alpine Hut & Ticino–Graubünden Border Base
The Capanna Cadlimo CAS is a remote and characterful alpine hut perched high above the Val Termine, near the border between Ticino and Graubünden, not far from the Lukmanier (Lucomagno) Pass.
Camona da Maighels CAS – Alpine Hut & Lukmanier Stage Base
The Camona da Maighels CAS is a classic and accessible alpine hut set above the Val Maighels, close to the Lukmanier (Lucomagno) Pass in Graubünden. With its broad alpine basins, lakes, and gentle ridges, it functions primarily as a stage hut for alpine hiking, traverses, and spring ski touring, rather than as a base for extreme high-alpine objectives.
Camona da Cavardiras CAS – Alpine Hut & Curnera Massif Traverse Base
The Camona da Cavardiras CAS is a classic alpine hut situated above Disentis/Mustér, in the Curnera massif (Graubünden). Overlooking a landscape of high pastures, rocky ridges, and small glaciers, it serves as an excellent stage hut for alpine hiking, traverses, and ski touring, with optional progression toward glaciated terrain.
Brunnihütte – Alpine Hut & Family-Friendly Hiking Base
The Brunnihütte is a popular and welcoming mountain hut located above Engelberg, in the Canton of Obwalden. Set on sunny alpine pastures with expansive views toward the Titlis and the surrounding Central Swiss Alps, it is best known as an accessible hiking destination and a comfortable base for day hikes, family outings, and relaxed overnight stays.
Brisenhaus – Traditional Alpine Hut & Brisen Summit Base
The Brisenhaus is a traditional mountain hut located high above Wolfenschiessen, in the Canton of Nidwalden. Set on the slopes below the Brisen (2,404 m), it is best known as the classic base for the Brisen summit and as a rewarding destination for strong alpine hikers.
Bockmattlihütte – Traditional Alpine Hut & Muotathal Hiking Base
The Bockmattlihütte is a traditional mountain hut located in the Muotathal region of the Canton of Schwyz, beneath the rugged limestone walls of the Bockmattli. Known for its dramatic karst scenery and strong local character, it serves primarily as a hiking and climbing base in the Schwyz Alps rather than as a high-glacier or 4,000-m hub.
