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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.
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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.

Löple Alm

regional cuisine, non-smoking locale, Austrian cuisine, vegetarian cuisine, Bergrestaurant/Bedienung, Ski huts, alpine dairy/snack bar, home cooking

Cozy parlor with old masonry stove, a sunbathing terrace and a playground.Hearty Tyrolean meals, all day hot meals.Summer: open from mid June to mid SeptemberWinter: open from mid December to mid AprilTo Löple Alm:Hiking from Sölden: along a signposted forest trail, time: 1 h. From Hochsölden along a beautiful panorama footpath via Rettenbachalm and the mid station - Löple AlmGaislachkoglbahn to the mid station - signposted footpath, resttime: 20 minswith the bike from Sölden along mountain road, length: 6.5 km, time: 1.5 h, altitude gain: 660 mCrossings: Bubi's Schihütte, Heidealm, Gais lachalm, Goldeggalm and Sonneck AlmSpecial feature: European Hiking Trail No 5 leads past the hut.

Opening Hours:
Info
01.12.2023 - 14.04.2024
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
Today: 10:00 - 18:00

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Panoramarestaurant Stablein

restaurant, regional cuisine, Austrian cuisine, Ski huts, alpine dairy/snack bar, home cooking

Winter: 16th december 2023 to 05th april 2024, every day, 10.00 am to 4.00 pmSummer: 15th june 2024 to 22th september 2024, every day, from 9.30 am.To Panoramarestaurant Stablein www.restaurant-stablein.atfrom Vent with Wildspitze double chair lift (10 min) from Vent via Panoramaweg time: 1.5 h, length: 5 km, altitude gain: 450 monly in summertime: from Vent along the trail below the chair lift time: 1.3 h, length: 2.54 km, altitude gain: 450 m Crossings: Breslauer Hütte, Rofenhöfe farmsPeak climbs: Wilder Mann with great view of Wildspitze

Opening Hours:
Info
17.12.2023 - 05.04.2024
Mo: 10:00-16:00
Tu: 10:00-16:00
We: 10:00-16:00
Th: 10:00-16:00
Fr: 10:00-16:00
Sa: 10:00-16:00
Su: 10:00-16:00
15.06.2024 - 22.09.2024
Mo: 09:30-17:00
Tu: 09:30-17:00
We: 09:30-17:00
Th: 09:30-17:00
Fr: 09:30-17:00
Sa: 09:30-17:00
Su: 09:30-17:00
Today: 10:00 - 16:00

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Falcon A-la-Carte Restaurant

bistro, regional cuisine, non-smoking locale, international cuisine, Highlight, Austrian cuisine, Bergrestaurant/Bedienung, Ski huts, home cooking

The modern service restaurant on the upper floor offers personal table service. “A gastronomic experience for all senses” is the overarching slogan. Gourmet fans will enjoy both regional and sustainable cuisine. The entire concept promises a high culinary level including a good portion of creativity. In line with this idea, the huge choice of Austrian wines also plays a central role.

Opening Hours:
Info
16.11.2023 - 21.04.2024
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
Today: 09:00 - 16:30

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Moosalm

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

Quaint holiday hut with great views on the valley. Wood paneled parlors, rustic bar. Tyrolean food, fresh produce from own farm.DAY OFF SUMMER: Monday | DAY OFF WINTER: MondayTo Gasthof Moosalm:Hiking or with the car from the base st ation of Gaislachkoglbahn to Moosalm, length: 1kmCircular route 1: Zwieselstein loop tour and back again, time: ¾ hCircular route 2: Moosalm - Brunnenbergalm - Kleblealm (optional: ascent to Söldenkogl and Hochstubaihütte) - Stallwiesalm - Waalweg to MoosalmCircular route 3: Moosalm - Brunnenbergalm - Brunnenkogelhaus - Fiegl's Gasthaus - Lochlealm - Jägers Notweg - MoosalmSuperb place for great ski holidays in winter, serving mulled wine and spicy alcoholic tea!

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Braunschweiger Hütte

regional cuisine, Vegane Küche, vegetarian cuisine, Hütten

The Braunschweigerhütte (category I) lies on 2759 m in the Ötztaler Alps at the end of the Pitztals. The hut was built in 1892 and was extended in 1932 and 1965. The hut is located on the distant footpath E5. Totally 180 sleeping possibilities.Winter: Storm shelter open!

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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:
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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
Today: 11:00 - 17:00

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Waldcafe Stuböbele Herbst

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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26.12.2023 - 07.04.2024
Mo: -
Tu: 11:00-19:30
We: 11:00-19:30
Th: 11:00-19:30
Fr: 11:00-19:30
Sa: 11:00-19:30
Su: 11:00-19:30
Today: 11:00 - 19:30

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Jausenstation Edelweiß Winter

Polltalalm

regional cuisine, alpine dairy/snack bar, home cooking

The route leads from Mühle in Huben to the Polltal and Breitlehnalm pastures. Hikers will soon be able to switch to the footpath, which has a steep incline, but will shorten the many hairpin bends. What is striking is the fern-rich larch and stone pine forest which you walk through almost to the very top. Once at the hut, you can enjoy a wonderful view of the valley and the Ötztal mountains. Relaxed and strengthened, it's back down to the valley. To do this, either choose the route or hike further to the Breitlehnalm and from there take the mountain climb (a little steeper) back to Huben. Walking time: 2 hours

Opening Hours:
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14.06.2024 - 15.09.2024
Mo: 10:00-18:00
Tu: -
We: -
Th: -
Fr: 10:00-18:00
Sa: 10:00-18:00
Su: 10:00-18:00

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Bergzauber

restaurant, regional cuisine, non-smoking locale, après ski, Glutenfreie Küche, Austrian cuisine, vegetarian cuisine, Bergrestaurant/Bedienung, Ski huts, alpine dairy/snack bar, home cooking

A warm welcome to the Bergzauber in Sölden. You can expect a warm and romantic cabin atmosphere. The hut is located directly on the Gaislachkogl valley run and is an après-ski haunt for winter skiers and close to the panorama trail for hikers and pedestrians. In addition, the hut offers a magical view over the village. Widely known for its outstanding cuisine, in a rustic yet stylish ambience, more than just home-style food is served.  The Bergzauber offers an atmospheric setting for every celebration, such as a hut evening, hen party, Christmas party, baptism, birthday party. From the buffet to the gala menu, the festivities should also remain culinary unforgettable.

Opening Hours:
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08.12.2023 - 14.04.2024
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
Today: 10:00 - 18:00

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Hochjoch Hospiz

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

Opening times: 2nd march 2024 to 25 th april 202414th june 2024 to 22th september 2024Hochjoch-Hospiz occupies a beautiful location on a hill, surrounded by the majestic three thousand meter high peaks of the Ötztal Alps. The hut is a popular base for all kinds of mountain tours.Winter: base for classic Ötztal ski mountaineering loop from Rofen (always inquire about route conditions), altitude gain: 513 m, time: 3 h.To the hut: From Vent - Rofental - through the romantic gorge, comfortable walk, altitude gain: 513 m, time: 2 hCrossings: Martin-Busch-Hütte, Schöne Aussicht, Vernagt-Hütte, Simi launhütte,Peak climbs: Weißkugel, Guslarspitzen, Fluchtkogel, Hintereisspitze, Langtauferer Spitze, Saykogel

Opening Hours:
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02.03.2024 - 24.04.2024
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
14.06.2024 - 21.09.2024
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
Today: 07:00 - 07:00

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Hochjoch Hospiz im Winter

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