Glass igloo Gitschenen - Isenthal
At the Uri sea of stars
Our glass igloo is located high above Isenthal on the Gitschenen sun terrace.
Far away from car noise and everyday stress, a place to relax awaits you - in the midst of nature with a magnificent view of the Uri Alps.
Our glass igloo stands on a wooden platform behind the Alpstubli.
Nestled in the idyllic landscape, shooting stars can be watched from your bed.
Prices &
Availability
CHF 269.00 for 2 people aged 10 and over/night (dogs are not allowed)
Monday rest day
The price includes cleaning and bed linen.
The following services can be booked through the local partner:
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fondue basket for CHF 79.00
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Breakfast for 2 people for CHF 34.00
Winter offer:
In winter, the fondue is served in the cozy Alpstubli. The fondue (600 grams) is for two people and is served with Urner herbal tea and a 0.5l white wine at a price of CHF 96.00.
Breakfast can also be served in winter.
Furnishing
♡ Glass igloo (3.6m diameter)
♡ Double bed (180x200cm)
♡ Cuddly blanket & two decorative pillows
♡ Small table with two stools indoors
♡ Wooden table with two stools in the outdoor area
♡ Toilets with running drinking water (directly at the Alpstubli)
♡ Electric blanket for the bed (only in autumn/winter)
Location & Host
Arrival- Departure
Check-in is possible from 4 p.m
After booking, we will send you a detailed fact sheet with all the important information and the number code for your overnight stay in the glass igloo.
Check-out is by 11:00 a.m. at the latest
We ask you to lock all windows and the door and to leave the accommodation as you would like to find it.
Gitschenen , the car-free sun terrace high above the Isenthal, can be reached from St. Jakob by cable car or on foot. At the valley station Gitschenen cable car there are free parking spaces. The valley station can also be reached by post bus (note the timetable). ( Google Maps valley station St. Jakob-Gitschenen cable car )
The glass igloo is located next to the Alpstubli on Gitschenen at 1550 meters above sea level.
From St. Jakob (Isenthal) you have the following options to get to the glass igloo:
With the cable car: From St. Jakob the cable car takes you comfortably to Gitschenen. From the mountain station, a slightly uphill path leads in 3 minutes on foot to the Alpstubli, where the glass igloo is located.
Important! Please be sure to Operating hours of the cable car note! Cash payment applies ( prices ).
On foot: From St. Jakob, a steadily ascending hiking trail takes about 1½ hours to Gitschenen (approx. 580 meters of ascent!!).
Only in Summer!
meals
You can indulge yourself with gastronomic delights directly in the Alpstubli at Cornelia Aschwanden! If you wish, you can easily book a do-it-yourself fondue set and a delicious breakfast!
DINNER :
At Alpstubli you can order the DIY fondue set.
This includes a fine cheese fondue, bread, a bottle of white wine (0.5 liter) and a pot of hot Uri herbal tea.
Price for 2 people: CHF 79.00
All necessary crockery is of course provided. The fondue is enjoyed outdoors on the terrace (summer) or in the anteroom of the Alpstubli with a radiant heater (only in winter).
BREAKFAST :
In summer and winter, breakfast can be enjoyed daily in the Alpstubli. In winter, breakfast can be taken in the Gitschenen mountain inn.
This includes 2 drinks of your choice (coffee, tea, orange juice), croissants, rolls, jam, butter and alpine cheese. On the day off, Cornelia will be happy to prepare a breakfast basket for you, which you can enjoy outside or in the glass igloo.
Price for 2 people CHF 34.00
Winter offer:
In winter, the fondue is served in the cozy Alpstubli. The fondue (600 grams) is for two people and is served with Urner herbal tea and a 0.5l white wine at a price of CHF 96.00.
IMPORTANT: Please make your reservation at least 2 days before arrival directly by email to corneliaaschwanden@gmail.com If you have a food allergy, gluten or lactose intolerance, etc., please let us know.
Additional catering options
It is possible to enjoy a 3-course meal for dinner at the Gitschenen mountain inn . You can find the exact opening times on the homepage. If you would like this meal option, please reserve at least one day before arrival by email to gasthaus@gitschenen.ch or by phone at: 041 878 11 58 .
self-catering
In summer: Beautiful public fireplace on the Gitschenen circular path (approx. 30 minutes walk from the glass igloo). Spring water and wood are available.
Please bring your own dishes if necessary. There is no refrigerator available on site.
Please note that there are no shops in Gitschenen. There is a small village shop in Isenthal (please note opening times).