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Your 5-Day Hut-to-Hut Hiking Adventure in the Alps

Your 5-Day Hut-to-Hut Hiking Adventure in the Alps
Your 5-Day Hut-to-Hut Hiking Adventure in the Alps
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Hut-to-hut hiking Alps 5 days

⛰️ The Alps at Your Pace — No Heavy Backpack, Even If It’s Your First Time

Five days on the trail means time to truly settle into the alpine rhythm. From Austrian ridgelines to glacier views in Switzerland and limestone giants in the Dolomites you slow down, look around, and take it all in. Sleep in remote huts, wake up to new panoramas, and hike light. New to trekking or ready for more? Prefer something shorter? Our 4-day hikes give you more in less time. Want to explore it all? Visit the main Alps page.

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What is included in your 5-day hut-to-hut trek?

✓ A beautiful and well-balanced route
✓ We arrange all hut reservations and payments
✓ Half board in the huts: breakfast and dinner included
✓ Comprehensive hiking guide in the Bookatrekking App with everything you need
✓ Expert support always on standby

Alps in 5 Days: Here’s Where to Go

A 5-day hut-to-hut trek in the Alps for families:

Five days in the Alps give families the perfect balance between adventure and comfort, with enough time to settle into the rhythm of hut-to-hut trekking. These family-friendly 5-day routes take you from the turquoise waters of Oeschinensee in Switzerland to the gentle valleys of Ticino and Val Formazza, and the kid-focused trails of the Karwendel. Expect alpine lakes, flower-filled meadows, forest paths, and wide mountain views that change every day. With manageable daily distances, controlled elevation gain, and family-friendly huts or accommodations, these treks are ideal for hiking with children at a relaxed, enjoyable pace.

A 5-day hut-to-hut trek in the Alps for families:
A 5-day hut-to-hut trek in the Alps for families:
A 5-day hut-to-hut trek in the Alps For Beginners:
A 5-day hut-to-hut trek in the Alps For Beginners:

A 5-day hut-to-hut trek in the Alps For Beginners:

Five days in the Alps is a perfect first hut-to-hut adventure: enough time to get into the rhythm, without biting off more than you want. These beginner-friendly 5-day routes follow well-marked T2 trails and keep the daily stages manageable, with steady climbs and plenty of time for breaks. You’ll hike through gentle valleys and panoramic ridgelines in places like the Sarntal Alps, the French Alps around Vallaisonnay, and Switzerland’s Kesch region, with classic “wow” moments on the Relaxed Zermatt Trek where the Matterhorn steals the show. In Austria, the Lasörling Höhenweg and the Gesäuse Trek add a wilder Alpine feel, but still stay friendly for first-timers. Expect big scenery, comfortable mountain huts, and a five-day journey that feels like a real Alps classic without the technical stress.

A 5-day hut-to-hut trek in the Alps for Trekking Intermediates:

Five days in the Alps is the sweet spot for intermediate hikers: long enough to feel like a real journey, short enough to fit into a normal holiday week. These 5-day hut-to-hut routes take you through some of the Alps’ most iconic corners from the Mont Blanc viewpoints on the western Tour du Mont Blanc, to the legendary landscapes around Zermatt, the proud limestone walls of the Wilder Kaiser, and the quiet border valleys of Mont Thabor and the Great St. Bernard. You’ll spend your days on well-marked mountain trails, crossing panoramic passes and high alpine meadows, with steady climbs that keep things challenging without turning the trek into an endurance race.

A 5-day hut-to-hut trek in the Alps for Trekking Intermediates:
A 5-day hut-to-hut trek in the Alps for Trekking Intermediates:
A 5-day hut-to-hut trek in the Alps For Trekking Enthusiasts:
A 5-day hut-to-hut trek in the Alps For Trekking Enthusiasts:

A 5-day hut-to-hut trek in the Alps For Trekking Enthusiasts:

Five days in the Alps is the sweet spot for trekking enthusiasts: long enough to feel like a real journey, short enough to fit into one strong week. These routes are built for hikers who want more than a gentle walk think higher passes, longer traverses, and full-on mountain days where the views are earned. Depending on the trek, you’ll hike beneath glacier peaks in Tyrol, cross remote ridgelines in Switzerland, or chase big horizons in the French Alps. Expect classic hut evenings, early starts, and that addictive rhythm of climb–traverse–arrive: tired legs, a warm meal, and tomorrow’s mountains waiting.

What can you expect from the mountain huts during these 5 days in the Alps ?

Mountain huts are an essential part of a 5-day hut-to-hut trek in the Alps and an experience in their own right. Each night you stay in a mountain hut, ranging from larger, more modern huts to smaller and simpler ones, many of which have been family-run for generations. Expect shared rooms or dormitories, communal dinners with regional dishes, and breakfast served early in the morning, all adding to the relaxed and authentic mountain atmosphere that makes hut-to-hut hiking so special.

Frequently Asked Questions: What do you need to know?

  • What level of fitness do I need for a 5-day trek in the Alps?

    You don’t need to be an athlete, but you should be comfortable walking several hours a day on consecutive days. Beginner and family treks suit hikers with basic fitness and some walking experience, while intermediate and advanced routes require stronger endurance, confidence on mountain terrain, and the ability to handle longer days and more elevation.

  • What meals can I expect in mountain huts on a 5-day Alpine trek?

    Most mountain huts include dinner and breakfast with your stay, and many also offer the option to buy a packed lunch for the trail. Meals vary from hut to hut, but you can usually expect hearty portions made with local ingredients and regional dishes. Think filling soups, pasta, stews, dumplings, or similar comfort food. It’s simple, warming, and exactly what you want after a long day, and enough to keep you moving the next morning.

  • When is the best time to do a 5-day trek in the Alps?

    The main season runs from late June to early September, depending on snow conditions and altitude. July and August offer the most stable weather and fully staffed huts, while June and September can be quieter but may involve lingering snow on higher passes.

  • What should I pack for a 5-day hut-to-hut trek in the Alps?

    Packing light is essential. Bring layered clothing for changing weather, sturdy hiking boots, a waterproof jacket, and a backpack with essentials. Mountain huts provide meals and beds, so there’s no need for camping gear. A lighter pack makes it easier to keep a steady pace and enjoy each day on the trail.

Our Top 3 Favorite 5-Day Hut-to-Hut Treks in the Alps


Looking for the best 5-day hut-to-hut treks in the Alps? These three routes are among our all-time favourites. One is an iconic Alpine journey with big-name scenery, another is a quieter hidden gem for hikers who love remote valleys and authentic huts, and the third is a tougher, more alpine option for those who want sharper trails and higher terrain. Together, they show how much variety you can pack into five days in the mountains.


1) Tour du Mont Blanc – West – 5 days

The Tour du Mont Blanc – West is pure bucket-list Alps. In five days you hike through the most iconic part of the TMB, with huge views of the Mont Blanc massif, classic valleys, and that unmistakable “big-mountain” atmosphere. It’s a perfect choice if you want maximum scenery, lively mountain villages, and the feeling of walking a legendary long-distance route—without needing a full week or more.

  • Iconic Mont Blanc scenery in just five days
  • Classic hut-to-hut rhythm with big alpine views
  • Perfect “short TMB” experience

👉 View Tour du Mont Blanc – West – 5 days

2) Tour du Mont Thabor – Moderate – 5 days

The Tour du Mont Thabor is one of those “why isn’t everyone hiking this?” routes. Set on the French–Italian border, it offers quiet trails, wide valleys, and big mountain passes with far fewer crowds than the headline treks. Expect a strong sense of space, varied landscapes, and cozy huts along the way. It’s ideal if you want a classic Alpine loop with a calmer, more remote feel.

  • Quieter French Alps gem with big views
  • Varied landscapes and satisfying daily stages
  • Great alternative to the busiest classics

👉 View Tour du Mont Thabor – 5 days

3) Half Stubaier Höhenweg – 5 days

The Half Stubaier Höhenweg is for hikers who want a more alpine feel: steeper terrain, rugged trails, and high mountain scenery in the Stubai Alps. This route delivers true hut-to-hut intensity with dramatic ridgelines and classic Austrian huts perched high above the valleys. It’s a strong pick for fit hikers who want to earn their views and don’t mind a tougher trail underfoot.

  • More alpine and rugged terrain in the Stubai Alps
  • High-route feeling with classic Austrian huts
  • Best for fit hikers who want a tougher 5-day trek

👉 View Half Stubaier Höhenweg – 5 days

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