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MOUNTAIN HUTS AND MOUNTAIN RESTAURANTS
ALMAGELL HIGH TRAIL
Britannia Hut – the grande dame of the
Swiss Alps
A desire for adventure, breathtaking views
and grandiose mountain worlds! The
traditional mountain hut above Saas-
Fee at 3,030 m above sea level. It offers
its guests and visitors everything nature-related
for their stay. The Britannia
Hut offers various ascent options
for both young and old. The Glacier Trail
from Mattmark Dam, which is marked out
across majestic glaciers such as the Allalin
and Hohlaub glaciers, is considered one of the
most beautiful connections to the Britannia
Hut. Or how about an overnight stay in
our newly renovated alpine rooms, in order
to climb the newly built Via Ferrata Britannia
the next day? The Britannia Hut is
also the starting point for many four-thousand-metre
peaks such as the Strahlhorn,
Rimpfischhorn, Allalin and Alphubel.
Your host, Dario Andenmatten, and the
team look forward to your visit.
Britannia Hütte SAC
Dario Andenmatten
info@britannia.ch
britannia.ch
+41 27 957 22 88
Almagelleralp
The Almagelleralp stands at 2,200 m above
sea level in the midst of a breathtaking
mountain and glacier world. It is the ideal
destination for hikers, mountaineers and
nature fans.
Surrounded by the highest peaks in the
Swiss Alps, Almagelleralp offers rest
and relaxation. We have three double rooms
and camp beds – and why not book halfboard
at the same time?
You can reach the Almagelleralp via the
hiking trail from Kreuzboden (3h), via the
suspension bridges from Furggstalden (1.5
hours) or via the hiking trail from Saas-Almagell
(1.5 hours)
I look forward to welcoming you!
Urs Anthamatten
almagelleralp.ch
+41 79 629 78 08
‘Alpenblick’ mountain restaurant
Enjoy our renovated mountain restaurant
in the summer and winter hiking region
of Hannig at an altitude of 2,030 metres
on the edge of a gnarled larch and pine
forest, and halfway between Hannig and
Saas-Fee.
You will love the beautiful sun terrace
with a magnificent view of the mountain
landscape and the rustic interior of our
Zuckmayer Stube. We will spoil you with
Swiss cuisine and fine home-made cakes.
Our small yet refined dormitory for groups
(min. 6 and max. 10 people) is all set up for a
good night’s sleep, if you want to enjoy the
starry Saas sky and a sumptuous breakfast
the morning after.
Hohneggweg 100
3906 Saas-Fee
info@alpenblick-saasfee.ch
alpenblick-saasfee.ch
+41 76 539 32 78
On this trail high above the treeline, you can enjoy unspoilt
nature and a fantastic view over the Saas Valley and the
Mischabel chain – with the highest mountains in Switzerland.
The hike starts at the Kreuzboden mountain station above
Saas-Grund at 2,400 m above sea level, which is easily
accessible by gondola . Always surrounded by the four-thousand-metre
peaks of Saas and with an unobstructed view of
the Mattmark Dam, nature fans will reach the Almagellertal
valley. Here follows the descent to the Almagelleralp mountain
hotel with its striking red shutters. Once there, you can taste
traditional dishes such as ‘smugglers’ macaroni’ and fresh fruit
tarts. Then continue either via the adventure trail with two
suspension bridges and ladders to Furggstalden, or via the
direct trail to Saas-Almagell.
Time requirement: approx. 3.5 hours
Route: 10.5 kilometres
Metres in altitude uphill: 204m
Metres in altitude downhill: 931m
Highest point: 2,522 m above sea level
Lowest point: 1,671 m above sea level
A MOUNTAIN SPANNING
GENERATIONS
The Hannig connects both young and old. A visit to this sunny
mountain expanse creates experiences that interlink generations.
Some are delighted by the goats that graze the
alpine herbs here in summer. Others like to watch the birds and
listen to the charming sounds of the marmots. And there are
those who are simply happy about the ice cream in the mountain
restaurant right next to the playground. The Hannig, with its
comparatively easy hiking trails and rail access, is a family-centric
mountain in the best possible sense. Here at 2,350 metres
above sea level, generations come together to enjoy. The
view at the foot of the Mischabel chain stretches from the
4,545-metre-high Dom, over the white glaciers to the Weissmies.
Everyone feels at home here.
The Hannig is also ideally suited for bikers. Or even
on scooters, the descent can then be tackled. Those who
prefer it a little more leisurely can stroll down into the valley.
This provides, for example, the opportunity to buy
fresh goat’s cheese directly from the alpine cooperative
shop just before the treeline. Further down on Melchboden,
the recently renovated lake area with adjacent barbecue zone
and large playground invites you to spend some quality time.
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