The Monte Rosa section is the largest SAC section of the canton of Valais and connects 8 groups throughout the canton. She also owns 4 cabins and 1 bivouac.
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Cabane des Dix-2928m
The hut is located at the end of the Val des Dix valley and is the starting point for many ski trips in winter. In summer, it is also a destination for many hiking tours and family excursions. You can also climb over the famous ladders of the “Pas de Chèvres” or walk along the path from the Dix dam.
WINTER:
From Arolla to the ladders of the “Pas de Chèvres” 3h (2h if you use the ski lift Fontanesse).
SUMMER:
From Arolla to the heads of the “Pas de Chèvres” or via the Riedmattenpass (3h) or via the “Col des Ignes” (5h) or from the reservoir “Lac des Dix” via the “Pas du Chat” (3h30).
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Cabane des Vignettes-3157m
The hut is located at the height of the glacier “de Piece” above Arolla, next to the Pass des Vignette and offers its guests a wonderful panorama. The hut offers a perfect stop on the famous “Haute Route” Chamonix-Zermatt.
WINTER:
From Arolla over the Glacier de Piece 3h30
SUMMER:
From Arolla over the Glacier de Piece 3h30
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Schönbielhütte-2694m
LOCATION AND ACCESS
On the right is the rock collection of Stockje, where four glaciers meet. From the hut you can enjoy a magnificent view of the north face of the Matterhorn as well as the Monte Rosa massif.
The Schönbielhütte is the last place to stay on the “Haute Route” Chamonix-Zermatt. Every other year, the race of the famous “Patrouille des Glaciers” also passes the hut.
WINTER:
From Zermatt 4h30 or 3h30 if the gondola to Schwarzsee is used.
SUMMER:
From Zermatt 4h30 or 3h30 if the gondola to Schwarzsee is used.
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Monte Rosa Hut-2883m
All information about the Monte Rosa hut can be found on this website
Schönbielhütte-2694m
LOCATION AND ACCESS
The bivouac is located in the Laggintal valley, northeast of the Lagginhorn.
SUMMER:
From Simplon village to Weng, Antony and Färicha (3h).
In the spring of Simplon village via Bodem (road to 1800 m) – Blaus Seewji -saddle.
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