In short
Matterhorn, Hörnli hut 2027: booking opens for the Hörnli hut on Thursday, April 1, 2027. Best season: From 25 June to 20 September 2027.
What are the dates for 2027?
- Today
- April 1, 2027 Booking opens for the Hörnli hutTime not announced
- From 25 June to 20 September 2027 Best season
How reliable these dates are: confirmed by the organizer.
What do you book and at what price?
| What you book | The Hörnli hut |
| Price | 2027 price not publishedRough estimate, check the official website. |
What is the route like? from OpenStreetMap
Move your finger or mouse along the curve to read the km and the altitude. Approximate curve, from a terrain model.
From Schwarzsee to the Hörnli hut
4.6 km+477 m gain2,752 m → 3,239 m
Altitude by distanceMin 2,752 m · max 3,239 m
Profile and elevation gain cover the main section of the route only (3 km of 5).
Length measured along the OpenStreetMap track, one way; elevation gain and altitudes from a terrain model. Approximate figures, check them against the official guide. Tracks © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
Matterhorn, Hörnli hut on the 3D map Follow the route in 3D, with the huts, then explore the 62 other trails and races on the map. Open the 3D mapWhat do you need to book?
- Mountaineering experience (a guide is strongly advised).
To be met before you can book. Double-check the official rules.
How do you book, step by step?
- Book your guide firstZermatt guides keep beds for their clients.
- Book online on April 1, 2027On hoernlihuette.ch. July and August dates go the same day.
- Keep a backup dateThe weather decides: allow 2 or 3 spare days in Zermatt.
- Keep the confirmationYou will be asked for it at the hut.
Don't miss the date
Add the upcoming dates to your calendar: your phone reminds you 1 week before the first one, then the day before each.
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Frequently asked questions
Matterhorn, Hörnli hut 2027: what is the opening date?
Booking opens for the Hörnli hut on Thursday, April 1, 2027.
How many beds does the Hörnli hut have?
150 beds, at the foot of the Hörnli ridge, at 3,260 m. It is the start of almost every Swiss-side Matterhorn ascent.
Do you need a guide to climb the Matterhorn?
It is not mandatory, but strongly advised: the Hörnli ridge requires real mountaineering experience and good route knowledge.
When is the Hörnli hut open?
From 25 June to 20 September 2027, according to the official website.
Matterhorn, Hörnli hut: how much does it cost?
2027 price not published. Rough estimate, check the official website.