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Mountain huts & chalets Austria

Stop-over spots
All pastures

Stop-over spots from rustic to modern

There is no room for haste on the sun-kissed terraces and parlor benches of typical Ötztal mountain huts and pastures. Instead, the rustic mountain feeling spreads while the hut tenant serves fresh and regional delicacies. By the way, rumors are going about that bacon dumplings, shredded pancake & more taste even better on the mountain – and it's really true. Anyone can try it out as some alpine inns, snack stations and mountain restaurants can also be reached by cart road or mountain railway, while other huts and alpine pastures can only be reached by using your calves traditionally.
pastures huts Ötztal hiking mountaineering stop-over

Alpine huts and pastures – a longed-for destination to escape from everyday life

It doesn't matter whether it's rustic like on faded black-and-white photographs or modern with lots of glass, wood and a flair for design: every pasture hut in Ötztal has its very own charm. Just as every hut tenant – be it female or male – stands for unique hospitality. It must be because of the fulfilling meaning of their activities that they remain so cordial despite long working days - the hut tenants are very often cooks, waiters, farmers, cattle breeders or shepherds in one person. Usually, several generations of a family help to take care of the cattle, produce their own farm goods such as cheese and butter and decorate the hut as a beautiful hiking destination. There is almost always time for a short chat with the hikers. Favorite topic? Of course, the hard but beautiful life on the alpine pasture!

The following list contains all stopover destinations on Ötztal's mountains – use the filter function for an even quicker search for the favorite destination.

Frequently asked questions about mountain huts in Austria

Originally, the rustic alpine huts in Austria were plain and simple accommodations for shepherds and herdsmen who lived on the mountain during the summer months to look after the cattle and other farm animals. Most of the alpine huts are scattered across the mountain meadows or can be found together in a small pasture village. Austria's alpine farmers make an important contribution to preserving the valuable cultural landscape above the tree line. In addition to agricultural use, alpine pastures also serve as recreational areas by promoting local tourism. Many alpine huts within Ötztal also comprise an inn and offer visitors tasty hut fare made from own or regional products. Let yourself be inspired by the fascination of alpine pasturelands!
According to "Almwirtschaft Österreich" association, there are currently over 8000 alpine pastures spread across the country. More than 2000 of them can be found in Tirol. Grazing meadows and alpine pastures together with mixed pastures make up a large part, and there are also milk, sheep and horse pastures.

Of course, it varies depending on the region, season and type of accommodation. The spectrum ranges from plain dormitories with a shared bathroom to modernly equipped double rooms. Both minimalists and mountain lovers with a certain need for comfort will find a suitable accommodation in scenic Ötztal. It is best to request at the hut of your choice to find out about the catering options and prices. Special tip: a reservation is not only recommended during peak season. Alpine Club members often receive a discount!

All huts & alpine pastures in Ötztal including contact options can be found on this page!

Some huts and alpine pastures are open in Ötztal all year round. While they attract ski tourers or tobogganers to the warm oven in winter, they welcome hikers to the sunny terrace during the summer months. The start of the summer season often depends on both weather and snow conditions, this applies especially to high alpine huts and pastures. Only when the footpaths can be safely walked on in early summer also the hut tenants will open again. It is best to find out about the current opening times directly at the respective destination in Ötztal. You will find a complete list of contacts on this page.

Waldcafe Stuböbele

regional cuisine, alpine dairy/snack bar, home cooking

Take time out - feel good - enjoy yourself.Three attributes that perfectly describe a visit to the Stuböbele.The Waldcafé Stuböbele is located on the way to the highest waterfall in Tyrol, the Stuibenfall. The restaurant convinces with friendly staff and traditional cuisine.Hike:Car park: Bischoffsplatz UmhausenFrom there take the wide hiking trail past the Ötzi village and the bird of prey park, slightly uphill for about 30 minutes to the Waldcafé Stuböbele.Metres in altitude: 100back: same route or Steppsteig - village centre - BischoffsplatzClosed parties possible from 6:00 pm - minimum 25 people (ribs, knuckle of pork, suckling pig, barbecue or choice of menu on advance booking), reservation required - T +43 (0) 664 9233 916Every Friday and Sunday "Stuböbele Breakfast" from 7:30 - 10:30 am, reservation required - T +43 (0) 664 9233 916

Opening Hours:
Info
14.03.2024 - 31.10.2024
Mo: -
Tu: -
We: -
Th: 11:00-17:00
Fr: 11:00-17:00
Sa: 11:00-17:00
Su: 11:00-17:00

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Waldcafe Stuböbele Herbst

Alpengasthof Gaislach Alm

regional cuisine, non-smoking locale, Vegane Küche, international cuisine, Glutenfreie Küche, Austrian cuisine, vegetarian cuisine, Bergrestaurant/Bedienung, Ski huts, alpine dairy/snack bar, live music/concerts

Homely alpine hut on 2040 meters sea level offers hot meals all day, especially local food.The taxi service will bring you easily to the Gaislachalm and back to Sölden.Large serviced sun terraceVaried specialties including venisonbrunch with musicBBQ dinners with live musicTable footballpetting zoo and play groundSummer: open from end of June to end of SeptemberWinter: open from mid December to 1 week after EasterThe hut: common room with satellite TV, infrared cabin, pool billiards, sauna, steam room, a sun terrace with deck chairs.

Opening Hours:
Info
15.06.2024 - 22.06.2024
Mo: 10:00-17:00
Tu: 10:00-17:00
We: 10:00-17:00
Th: 10:00-17:00
Fr: 10:00-17:00
Sa: 10:00-17:00
Su: 10:00-17:00
22.06.2024 - 15.09.2024
Mo: 07:30-22:00
Tu: 07:30-22:00
We: 07:30-22:00
Th: 07:30-22:00
Fr: 07:30-22:00
Sa: 07:30-22:00
Su: 07:30-22:00

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Winter

Zwieselbach Alm

alpine dairy/snack bar

The Zwieselbachalm lies a piece behind the Schweinfurter Hut, in the middle of the Ötztal mountains. Hiking path:Parking: parking lot Sennhof Niederthai (next to the Information office)Start the hike at parking lot Sennhof in Niederthai. Follow the forest trail along Horlach Brook into Horlachtal, past the mountain huts of Larstigalm, Kleinhorlachalm, Großhorlachalm and Schweinfurter Hütte further to the Zwieselbachalm.Altitude gain: 513Duration: 2,5 hours (up & down 4,5 hours)Return: same route, from the Larstigalm "Bergmahder trail or Grastal trail" possible

detail T +43 660 4682 728

Lenzenalm

regional cuisine, Austrian cuisine, vegetarian cuisine, alpine dairy/snack bar, home cooking

"guat & gemiatlach" - Lenzenalm (1.896 m)The perfect spot for- family hikes- snowshoe walking tours- ski tours*Natural toboggan run incl. toboggan rental*Hut evening on request*Hot food all dayTIP: solid footwear & ski poles

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Lenzen Regen

Brandenburger Haus

regional cuisine, non-smoking locale, Austrian cuisine, home cooking, Hütten

Open from 17th june 2024 to 13th september 2024The hut is the highest hut in the Ötztal Alps and is situated on 3272 m. It is also called the glacier palace. The lodge is accessible only by the glacier. High Alpine Mountain Tour - Mountain equipment required. For a suitable acclimatization training excellent.

Opening Hours:
Info
17.06.2024 - 12.09.2024
Mo: 07:00-07:00
Tu: 07:00-07:00
We: 07:00-07:00
Th: 07:00-07:00
Fr: 07:00-07:00
Sa: 07:00-07:00
Su: 07:00-07:00

detail T +42 0601 556 738

Brandenburger Haus Gletscher

Kleblealm

regional cuisine, Austrian cuisine, alpine dairy/snack bar, home cooking

Cozy hut without electricity with a sunbathing terrace and miraculous panoramic look. On request also suitable for self-catering.The whole day warm kitchen with Tyrolean specialities, products from own farming!ALMZEIT focus: Almenraum - the rustic hut is the perfect starting point to climb up the SöldenkoglSummer: open from mid June to end of SeptemberClosed on WednesdayTo Kleblealm:Hiking: Sölden - Rechenau - Kleblealm; Sölden - Stallwiesalm - Kleblealm; Sölden - Granbichl - Kleblealm, altitude gain: 700m, length: 6 km, time: 2 hwith the bike from Freizeit Arena Sölden, length: 6 km, time: 1 1/4 h; altitude gain: 700 m; gradient: 14%Crossings: Fiegls Gast haus, Lochle Alm, StallwiesalmHikes: Söldenkogl, time: 2.5 h; Laubkarsee, time: 2 h; Hochstubaihütte, time: 3.5 h

Opening Hours:
Info
01.07.2024 - 29.09.2024
Mo: 09:00-18:00
Tu: 09:00-18:00
We: -
Th: -
Fr: -
Sa: 09:00-18:00
Su: 09:00-18:00

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Winnebachseehütte

Bergrestaurant/Bedienung, alpine dairy/snack bar, Hütten

The hut is located at an altitude of 2361 m.Start: Gries/turning Winnebach, Walking time: 2 h6 beds2 multi-bed rooms (4-5 pers. each)22 dorm beds (4-5 pers. each)winter room (9)luggage transport for overnight guests possibleThe hut: a quaint and cosy mountain hut with a friendly atmosphere. Wonderful location at Lake Winnebachsee, surrounded by mighty peaks, near an impressive waterfall. Great outing destination for families and hut hikers. In the summer great base for mountaineers, in the winter for ski mountaineers. Climbing garden in vicinity of the hut.Crossings: Schweinfurter Hütte approx. 5 h, Westfalenhaus approx. 3 h, Amberger Hütte via Gries approx. 4 h or via Gaislehnscharte about 5 h (glacier experience!)Peaks: Gänsekragen approx. 1.5 - 2 h, Hoher Seeblaskogel approx. 3 h. With previous mountaineering experience and glacier equipment: Breiter Grieskogel approx. 3-4 h, Winnebacher Weißkogel approx. 3-4 h, Hohe Winnebachspitze approx. 3 h, Bachfallenkopf approx. 3 h (easy climbing in the upper part) (Alpine experience required).

Opening Hours:
Info
09.02.2024 - 21.04.2024
Mo: 10:00-18:00
Tu: 10:00-18:00
We: 10:00-18:00
Th: 10:00-18:00
Fr: 10:00-18:00
Sa: 10:00-18:00
Su: 10:00-18:00
21.06.2024 - 03.10.2024
Mo: 10:00-18:00
Tu: 10:00-18:00
We: 10:00-18:00
Th: 10:00-18:00
Fr: 10:00-18:00
Sa: 10:00-18:00
Su: 10:00-18:00
Today: 10:00 - 18:00

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Bielefelder Hütte

regional cuisine, après ski, Glutenfreie Küche, Austrian cuisine, Ski huts, alpine dairy/snack bar, home cooking, Hütten

Acherkogelbahn lift to Hochoetz from the top station the trail climbs to the hut:Dauer: 20 minsAlternatively: Bus Oetz - Ochsen garten, on along a steep trail via Balbach Alm and Kühtaile Alm to the hut, Timer: 2 hSummer: mid June - beginning of OctoberThe registered German Alpine Club (Bielefeld Section) offers rest, comfort and a feast of food at its hut at the foot of the Acherkogel (3,008 m.). A visit to the Bielefeld Hut is a "must" for every walker. There are magnificent views of the Tyrolean mountains, easy to reach within half an hour from the upper station.Winter: Christmas - Easterbeds (34), mattresses (27)Tyrolean cuisineEnjoy the large sun terrace offering fantastic views of the Stubai, Ötztal and Lechtal Alps. A great selection of walks with many variations.Rossköpfe 2,398 m - Wetter kreuz 2,591 m - Windegg 2,644 m - Acherkogel 3,008 m

Opening Hours:
Info
01.06.2024 - 06.10.2024
Mo: 09:00-16:30
Tu: 09:00-16:30
We: 09:00-16:30
Th: 09:00-16:30
Fr: 09:00-16:30
Sa: 09:00-16:30
Su: 09:00-16:30

detail T +43 5252 6926

Winter

Frischmannhütte

regional cuisine, Austrian cuisine, Hütten

The Frischmann Hut lies at an altitude of 2.192 meters in the middle of the Ötztal mountains and near the mountain "Fundusfeiler". She is a favored alpine and mountain hut. Breakfast: - Saturday and Sunday: breakfast with an amazing view- Registration: +43 664 1134 445Hiking paths:- from Umhausen (1031 m) to the Hintere Fundusalm and further to the Frischmann Hut - approx. 3,5 h or by taxi to Hintere Fundusalm, approx. 30 minutes or- from Köfels (1.401 m) to the Köfler Scharte and through the "Köfler Jochwaal" to the Frischmann Hut, approx. 4 hTaxi Scharfetter, Phone +43 (0) 5255 5858Peak Tours: Fundusfeiler, Felderjöchl, BlockkogelCrossings: Erlanger Hütte

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Frischmannhütte

Siegerlandhütte

regional cuisine, non-smoking locale, Vegane Küche, Glutenfreie Küche, Austrian cuisine, vegetarian cuisine, home cooking, Hütten

The Siegerland HütteThe hut is high above the Windachtal in the Stubaier Alps on 2.710 metres and not far from the border to South Tyrol. It also has his own climbing garden. The hut was built in 1928/29 and opened in 1930. The owner is the DAV, section Siegerland.Every year the section renovates and renews the hut, which is very neat. The Siegerland Refuge is of course not the oldest hut and not the most comfortable one, but we are sure, it is one of the most beautiful huts in the Stubaier Alps. The hut extinguish with it’s simplicity- but please believe- the "Kaiserschmarrn" never tasted better than up in the mountains.The hut has 23 beds and 26 dorm mattresses.

Opening Hours:
Info
28.06.2024 - 14.09.2024
Mo: 07:00-22:00
Tu: 07:00-22:00
We: 07:00-22:00
Th: 07:00-22:00
Fr: 07:00-22:00
Sa: 07:00-22:00
Su: 07:00-22:00

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