Packing list
Bernina Trek
Seven-day Via Bernina SAC hut traverse — liner, poles, and layers for Swiss glacier country.
Backpack & organization
Osprey Exos 5830–40 L hut-to-hut — pack light- Dry bag for liner + hut clothes
Clothing
- Moisture-wicking shirts (2)
- Light fleece + insulating layer
Arc'teryx Beta AR waterproof shell- Sun hat, sunglasses, SPF 50
- Thin gloves for windy cols
Footwear
- Broken-in boots or trail shoes
- Camp sandals for huts
- Blister kit
Trail essentials
- Sleeping bag liner — required in SAC dorms
- Earplugs & eye mask
Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Z polesEssential on Bernina descents
Petzl Actik Core headlamp
Water & food
Katadyn BeFree filter- 2 L+ water capacity
- Electrolyte tablets
- Trail snacks between huts
Camera & tech
Garmin Fenix 7- Phone with offline GPX before Madulain
- Power bank
Toiletries & documents
- CHF cash for half-board huts
- Quick-dry towel & wet wipes