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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.

Top Mountain Crosspoint

restaurant, regional cuisine, Italian cuisine, Glutenfreie Küche, Austrian cuisine, vegetarian cuisine, Ski huts, Hütten

All our dishes are home-made and hand-produced, we care about sustainable, seasonal and mainly regional purchase of ingedrients, from producers who not only share our vision for quality but knowingly practise it in their own lives.

Juices of all kinds, beer, the best coffee and hand-picked wines from Italy and Austria conclude our suggestions for your valuable hours of enjoyment in the Tyrolean mountains.

Opening Hours:
Info
18.05.2023 - 21.04.2024
Mo: 09:00-17:30
Tu: 09:00-17:30
We: 09:00-17:30
Th: 09:00-17:30
Fr: 09:00-17:30
Sa: 09:00-17:30
Su: 09:00-17:30
Today: 09:00 - 17:30

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Terrasse im Sommer

Jausenstation Edelweiß

Rollstuhlgerecht, regional cuisine, non-smoking locale, Austrian cuisine, alpine dairy/snack bar, home cooking

In the restaurant or on the sun terrace, with a wonderful view of the Ötztal mountains, you will be spoilt with home-style cooking, snacks and refreshments, as well as products from our own farm.

To the snack station:

- easily accessible by car for the whole family
- hike to the Wurzbergalm, walking time: approx. 1 hour
- starting point for many valley and mountain hikes as well as mountain tours
- warm cuisine all day
- home-style cooking, snacks and refreshments
- mountain breakfast, fresh trout, ribs or stilt to order in advance
- products from our own farm
- 3 flats (17 beds)

Opening Hours:
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14.06.2022 - 31.12.2023
Mo: -
Tu: 11:00-20:00
We: 11:00-20:00
Th: 11:00-20:00
Fr: 11:00-20:00
Sa: 11:00-20:00
Su: 11:00-20:00
Today: 11:00 - 20:00

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Jausenstation Edelweiß Sommer

Sulztalalm

regional cuisine, Bergrestaurant/Bedienung, alpine dairy/snack bar

The Sulztalalm is located at an altitude of 1,915 m. From the parking area in Gries the path leads through meadows to the "Vögelasbrücke" at first. Continue the path to Sulztalalm at a slight hikingtrail trough the forest. (Approx. 1,5 h walking time)
After a refreshment with good homemade meals you can continue the hike to Ambergerhütte. (1 h walking time)




Opening Hours:
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26.05.2023 - 31.10.2023
Mo: 10:00-18:00
Tu: 10:00-18:00
We: -
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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Stabelealm

regional cuisine, Bergrestaurant/Bedienung, alpine dairy/snack bar

The Stabele-Alm in Längenfeld lies at 1,900 meters above sea level and counts, because of its excellent Cuisine with delicious Tyrolean delicacies and its beautiful location in the middle of the unspoiled Natural landscape, to one of the most popular alpine huts in the Ötztal. On Wednesdays and Saturdays, the innkeepers offer an alpine breakfast by prior reservation.

Start:

  • Köfels - Wurzbergalm - Stabele-Alm, time: 3.5 h
  • Winklen - Wurzbergalm - Stabele-Alm, time: 3 h
  • Lehn - Stabele-Alm, time: 2 h
  • Längenfeld - Hauersee - Stabele-Alm, time: 4.5 h

Hiking bus: possible in the main season every Tuesday - advance booking in the information office.


 

Opening Hours:
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26.05.2023 - 30.09.2023
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
Today: 10:00 - 17:00

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ice Q Gourmetrestaurant auf 3.048 m

regional cuisine, non-smoking locale, rated gourmet restaurant, Vegane Küche, Glutenfreie Küche, Bergrestaurant/Bedienung, Ski huts

- Gourmet Highlights& Alpine Cuisine at 3,048 m
- Excellent choice of dishes prepared only with premium quality products typical for the Alpine art of cooking
- Finest wines from Austria and international top wine
- The world's one and only 3-country wine "PINO 3000"
- Austria's highest toque-awarded restaurant (1 Toque & 14 Points by Gault Millau)
- Filming location of the last James Bond movie "Spectre"
- Please reserve your table in advance, T +43 (0) 664 9609 368

ice Q Wine & Tapas Lounge
- Exclusive 3-course tapas menu
- Incredible selection of wines by the glass and the most renowned champagnes
- Large sunbathing terrace

Opening Hours:
Info
08.06.2023 - 25.06.2023
Mo: -
Tu: 09:00-16:00
We: 09:00-16:00
Th: 09:00-16:00
Fr: 09:00-16:00
Sa: 09:00-16:00
Su: 09:00-16:00
26.06.2023 - 03.09.2023
Mo: 09:00-16:00
Tu: 09:00-16:00
We: 09:00-16:00
Th: 09:00-16:00
Fr: 09:00-16:00
Sa: 09:00-16:00
Su: 09:00-16:00
Today: 09:00 - 16:00

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Sommer

Gasthof Rofenhof

restaurant, regional cuisine, international cuisine, Austrian cuisine, alpine dairy/snack bar

The Rofenhöfe are the highest, continuously inhabited houses in Austria, at the foot of Tyrol's highest mountain, the Wildspitze (3768 m). Popular starting point for hikes, mountain tours and mountaineering.

To Gasthof Rofenhof: 40 min on meadow trail (also for prams)

Winter
Restaurant open from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm.
Take away, Menus at www.rofenhof.at
Sunday day off

Summertime
Restaurant open from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm.
Take away, Menues at www.rofenhof.at 
Monday day off

Opening Hours:
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17.06.2023 - 15.10.2023
Mo: -
Tu: 11:00-19:00
We: 11:00-19:00
Th: 11:00-19:00
Fr: 11:00-19:00
Sa: 11:00-19:00
Su: 11:00-19:00

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Gasthof Rofenhof

s'Pfandl

restaurant, regional cuisine, non-smoking locale, Fondue, Austrian cuisine, vegetarian cuisine, Bergrestaurant/Bedienung, home cooking

"rustical - cozy - good" Our restaurant s'Pfandl is located above Sölden, we spoil you with cluinaric delicacy in our cozy rooms and let the heart of guests and inhabitants beat faster. Familie Grüner is looking forward to your visit

Opening Hours:
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30.06.2023 - 17.09.2023
Mo: -
Tu: 16:00-22:00
We: 16:00-22:00
Th: 16:00-22:00
Fr: 16:00-22:00
Sa: 16:00-22:00
Su: 16:00-22:00

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Festkogl Schirmbar

après ski, Ski huts

Sunny umbrella bar at 2.700 m.
Open during night skiing on Monday and on Tuesday 'Sundowner' until 6:00 pm.

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Festkogl

Jausenstation Hochwald

regional cuisine, alpine dairy/snack bar

Old Farmhouse in a quiet and beautiful seeting with sunbathing terrace and great views on the Nederkogl and Hochgurgl.

All day hot meals, traditional home cooking, snacks, speck, sugared pancakes, homemade sausages.

ALMZEIT focus: Snack time - at the quaint farmhouse nestling at 1.580 m serves hearty snack platters, sweet shredded pancakes and homemade sausages at the sunbathing terrace.

Summer: open from  early June to late September

To Jausenstation Hochwald:

  • by car to the snack station or on foot from Sölden - Leite - Granstein - Hochwald, the trail from Gartach above Granstein to Hochwald has been updated in the summer of 2012 and is now in very good condition, altitude gain: 200 m, time: 3/4 h. Ascent with Giggijoch mountain gondola or by bus to Hochsölden and then along trail No. 35a Dr. Bachmann Weg - Peerler See - Alpe Granstein - Jausenstation Hochwald - Granstein - Sölden, time: approx. 3 1/2 h, altitude gain: 380 m
  • cycle trail Brück - Hochwald

Crossings: Peerler ridge above Lake Peerler See

Opening Hours:
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05.06.2023 - 30.09.2023
Mo: 10:00-22:00
Tu: 10:00-22:00
We: 10:00-22:00
Th: 10:00-22:00
Fr: 10:00-22:00
Sa: 10:00-22:00
Su: 10:00-22:00
Today: 10:00 - 22:00

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Stallwiesalm

regional cuisine, alpine dairy/snack bar

With the cozy hut Stallwiesalm you have reached a great mountain hut in the foothills of mighty Söldenkogl peak at 1.850 m altitude.
The hut is well known for its culinary delicious comprising Tyrolean specialities like roast pork shank, spare ribs, cheese spaetzles and Emperor-style shredded pancake!
In summer starting point for different walking tours.

ALMZEIT focus: hut area

Open in summer and winter

To Stallwiesalm:

  • Hiking: Sölden - Granbichl - Stallwiesalm, Sölden - Rechenau - Stallwiesalm, altitude gain: 500 m, length: 5 km, time: 1.5 h
  • with the bike from Sölden Freizeit Arena, length: 5 km, altitude gain: 500 m, gradient: 14%, time: 1 1/4 h

Crossings: Kleblealm, Fiegl's Gasthaus, Lochlealm

Winter: Ski tour to hut, Granbichl - Stallwiesalm, altitude gain: 500 m, lenghth: 5 km, time: 1.5 h; Winter footpath and natural toboggan run to hut. Wednesday & Thursday Hut evenings on request.

Peak tours: Söldenkogl time: 3 h, Laubkarsee time: 2.5 h, Hochstubaihütte time: 4 h, Nebelkogel time: 4 h, Wilde Leck time: 5 h



 

Opening Hours:
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31.05.2023 - 02.10.2023
Mo: 10:00-17:30
Tu: -
We: 10:00-17:30
Th: 10:00-17:30
Fr: 10:00-17:30
Sa: 10:00-17:30
Su: 10:00-17:30
Today: 10:00 - 17:30

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