Sidelen Hut

The hiking trail for day-trippers, mountaineers, and rock climbers is short. The hut is also a great destination for families.

From the Furka Pass/Hotel Furkablick (2,427 meters above sea level), five kilometers past the Hotel Tiefenbach, a beautifully laid-out trail ascends to a high moor plateau. The scenic trail to the hut begins with a gentle ascent through mountain meadows until it crosses the Sidelenbach stream (2,524 m above sea level). From there, the trail climbs over moraines, past the mountain lake (2,674 m above sea level), up to the Sidelen Hut. At the foot of the Galenstock at 2,708 meters above sea level, the hut invites you to take a break. With a breathtaking panorama, you’ll enjoy views of the imposing granite walls, glaciers, and rocks in the high-alpine terrain. Various other routes for hiking, climbing, and mountaineering start from the hut.

Important Note: On the following dates, sporadic military exercises using tracer ammunition (training ammunition) will take place in the Furkastock area: August 5 / August 11–14 / August 19–21 / August 24–25. Visitors may continue to use these areas. However, military activities may occur from time to time. We ask for your understanding and appreciate your consideration.