Grünhornhütte, Mountain hut and cultural property in Glarus Süd, Switzerland
The Grünhornhütte stands at an elevation of 2448 meters in the Glarus Alps, offering views across the surrounding mountain peaks and valleys.
Established in 1863, this structure holds the distinction of being the first mountain shelter built by the Swiss Alpine Club in Switzerland.
The mountain hut represents regional architectural heritage through its class B cultural property designation, showcasing traditional Swiss mountain refuge construction.
While the hut no longer provides overnight accommodations since 2011, it remains open for visits and educational purposes as a museum structure.
The building functions as a testament to early Alpine tourism development, situated within a UNESCO World Heritage natural region.
Location: Glarus Süd
Location: Glarus
Inception: 1863
Elevation above the sea: 2,448 m
Address: Linthal
Website: http://sac-toedi.ch/Huetten/Gruen.htm
GPS coordinates: 46.81060,8.94139
Latest update: March 5, 2025 01:32
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