Walking Holidays in Switzerland - Switzerland - Haute Route - Original 'High Route'
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Haute Route
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We have chosen where possible small family hotels in the Swiss 2 and 3* category. In Gruben where you are very much in the mountains, it is a mountain inn and the rooms do not have private bathrooms, however the location makes this a must. In all other hotels the rooms have a private bathroom and dinner is included every night in the hotel. Many Swiss specialities are featured.
We have personally stayed in or visited all of our accommodations. They have all been selected for their great locations, friendly atmosphere and traditional hospitality, as well as the warm welcome they offer to walkers. Below is a summary of our usual accommodations*.
On this trek, the accommodations are mostly small and family-run, all rooms have a private bathroom except whilst you are at the mountain inn in Gruben. Due to its location, you will also be without your main luggage on night 6 in Gruben.
Night 1: Arolla
Surrounded by a magnificent forest of Arolle pines, this hotel dates back to 1896 and is located above the Arolla village at an altitude of approximately 2100m. Guests can relax in the library or play table tennis.
All rooms feature free Wi-Fi, television, telephone, safe and private bathroom with WC, shower/bath and hairdryer.
Night 2: Les Hauderes
All rooms feature free Wi-Fi, television, telephone, safe, tea/coffee making facilities and private bathroom with WC, shower/bath and hairdryer.
Night 3: Grimentz
In the peaceful village of Grimentz in the Valaisan Alps, this renovated hotel has the authentic charm of a Swiss chalet. With spacious rooms some with balcony, the hotel is located opposite the Grimentz-Zinal cable-car.
All rooms feature free Wi-Fi, television, telephone, safe and private bathroom with WC, shower/bath and hairdryer.
Nights 4 & 5: St Luc
This delightful 3* hotel offers south-facing rooms which benefit from sunshine and excellent views of the Alps. There is a well-equipped wellness centre for guests to use. The restaurant serves seasonal dishes and features a wide veranda where you can enjoy your meals.
All rooms feature free Wi-Fi, television, telephone and private bathroom with WC, shower/bath and hairdryer.
Night 6: Gruben
Boasting a quiet and idyllic location in Gruben, this charming alpine accommodation sits at an altitude of 1825m.
All rooms feature free Wi-Fi, television, telephone and shared bathroom with WC and shower.
Night 7: Zermatt
This small hotel in Zermatt is in a quiet position but within easy reach of all of the cable car and railway stations. Offering a small area and restaurant, this lovely hotel has individually furnished rooms and a spa area with two saunas, a steam bath and hot tub. Most rooms feature balconies with views of the Matterhorn.
All rooms feature free Wi-Fi, television, telephone, safe, tea/coffee making facilities and private bathroom with WC, shower/bath and hairdryer.
*Alternate Accommodation
We will always endeavour to use the accommodations detailed above. Occasionally, due to limited availability or refurbishments, we may have to accommodate you into alternative accommodations which are not listed in the above description. If those listed are unavailable, the alternative accommodation will be of the same or better standard than those described.