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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.

Larstigalm

regional cuisine, Austrian cuisine, alpine dairy/snack bar

The Larstigalm lies at an altitude of 1.777 meters, surrounded by lash green meadows and the Ötztal mountains. On the sun terrace and in the old dining room you will be spoiled with austrian and tyrolean specialities. A unforgettable experience for families.   

Hiking path:

Parking: parking lot Sennhof Niederthai (next to the information office)
From there you walk along the right shores of Horlachbach river on a moderately ascending forest trail towards the Larstigalm.
Alternative from the parking lot Sennhof in Niederthai or the hiking trail back from the Larstigalm to Niederthai: "Bergmahder trail (sunny trail) or Grastal trail"
Altitude gain: 232
Duration: 1 hour (up and down 2 hours)
Return: same route, Bergmahder trail or Grastal trail

- whole-time hot meal
- playground
- hiking trail suitable for baby carriages 
- toboggan rental in winter € 4.00
- groups on request

Opening Hours:
Info
09.01.2023 - 10.04.2023
Mo: 10:00-17:00
Tu: 10:00-17:00
We: 10:00-17:00
Th: -
Fr: 10:00-17:00
Sa: 10:00-17:00
Su: 10:00-17:00
Today: 10:00 - 17:00

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Gampe Alm

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

Gampe Alm offers cozy parlors, a sunbathing terrace with deck chairs, a unique playground, and a traditional mountain hut ensemble since 1788.

The beautiful Gampe Alm can be reached by foot in 15 mins. (Rettenbach Strasse - Stabele), 35 mins. (turnoff Hochsölden Strasse) or in 45 mins. (Hochsölden)

Gampe Alm is a great place for a relaxed and enjoyable evening with friends.
Groups should book in advance! Taxi service on request!

Traditional hut meals, daily set lunch menus, milk drinks, homemade pastries, ploughman’s lunch etc.

ALMZEIT Focus: 3-D painters palette and a brush point the way to the autentic hut.

Summer: open from mid June to mid Oktober
Winter: open from early December to April



 

Opening Hours:
Info
01.12.2022 - 24.04.2023
Mo: 09:00-19:00
Tu: 09:00-19:00
We: 09:00-19:00
Th: 09:00-19:00
Fr: 09:00-19:00
Sa: 09:00-19:00
Su: 09:00-19:00
Today: 09:00 - 19:00

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Gampe Alm

Wurzbergalm

Bergrestaurant/Bedienung, alpine dairy/snack bar

The hut is located at an altitude of 1575 m in a particularly quiet location. The Wurzbergalm has been in family ownership since its construction in 1959 - the friendly, family-like flair can be felt immediately when you stop by.
Passionate hikers of all ages immediately feel like home. Allow yourself to be pampered on the Wurzbergalm in accordance with all the rules of genuine Tyrolean hospitality, with the diverse products from their own farm or from our beautiful region.

Hiking route summer:

  • Unterried-Winklen: along forest road, then left on the footpath or via Ziegen-Peter path to the hut, time: 1.5 h
  • Köfels: along untrafficked forest road, past the meadows of Köfels (quite steep after the gate), time: 50 min

Hike winter

  • From Unterried - Winklen via the forest path (toboggan run immediately) to the hut Duration approx. 2 hours

 

Opening Hours:
Info
27.05.2023 - 01.10.2023
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

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Martin-Busch Hütte

regional cuisine, Glutenfreie Küche, Austrian cuisine, Hütten

Winter: open from 4th march to approx 1st may 2023
Summer: open from 14th june to 24th september 2023

The Martin Busch Hütte is located at 2,501 m at the heart of a striking mountain backdrop and with views of the powerful 3,00 0 m peaks and panoramic views of the Ötztal glaciers.

To the hut: via Spieglbach bridge left into niedertal valley, altitude gain: 600 m, length: 9 km, time: 3 h

Crossings: Similaunhütte, Hochjoch Hospiz, Ramolhaus

Summit climbs: Kreuzspitze, Similaun, Hintere Schwärze, Saykogel, Finailspitze, Hauslabkogel

Winter: ideal ski tour resort, beware of avalanche risk!

Glacier walks: Marzellgletscher, niederjochferner

Skitour: from Vent, altitude gain: 600 m, length: 9 km, time: 3 h

Opening Hours:
Info
04.03.2023 - 01.05.2023
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
14.06.2023 - 24.09.2023
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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Balbach Alm

Glutenfreie Küche, Austrian cuisine, vegetarian cuisine, Ski huts, alpine dairy/snack bar, home cooking, Hütten

Homely hut with traditional Tyrolean cuisine, modern-cozy ambience and a young friendly team. The new restaurant offers a special place to enjoy your time in the mountains.
More information about accomodation and event highlights, such as alpine breakfast, mountain barbecue or livemusik under  www.balbachalm.at 

For mountainbikers own bike charging station.





 


Opening Hours:
Info
08.12.2022 - 15.04.2023
Mo: 09:00-15:00
Tu: 09:00-15:00
We: 09:00-15:00
Th: 09:00-15:00
Fr: 09:00-15:00
Sa: 09:00-15:00
Su: 09:00-15:00
Today: 09:00 - 15:00

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Winter

Hintere Fundusalm

regional cuisine, Austrian cuisine, alpine dairy/snack bar

The Hintere Fundusalm lies at an altitude of 1.964 meters in the middle of the Ötztal mountains and near the mountain "Fundusfeiler".

Hiking paths:

- from Umhausen (1031 m) to the Hintere Fundusalm approx. 3 h or by taxi to Hintere Fundusalm

- from Köfels (1.401 m) to the Köfler Scharte and through the "Köfler Jochwaal" to the Frischmann Hut and further to the Huntere Fundusalm, approx. 4,5 h

Taxi Scharfetter, Phone +43 (0) 5255 5858

Peak Tours: Fundusfeiler, Felderjöchl, Blockkogel
Crossings: Erlanger Hütte

- traditional Tyrolean and Ötztaler cuisine

The hiking tour to the Vordere Fundusalm (1.611 m) is approx. 2 h, but the hut is closed!

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Fundus Alm

Vernagthütte

regional cuisine, Austrian cuisine, Hütten

Summer: 22th june 2023 to 24th september 2024
Winter: open from 8th March 2023 to approx 2ns may 2023

New rock climbing garden in front of the hut; new trail to Mittlere Guslarspitze and to Hintergrasseleckspitze.

    To the hut: from Vent in a south-western direction past Rofenhöfen and to the goods lift. Continue along the trail across Platteibach and walk to Platteiegg (roadside Calvary), or through Vernagttal to the bridge and on to the hut. time: 3 h, altitude gain: 850 m, length: 8 km

    Crossings: Breslauer Hütte, Hochjoch Hospiz, Brandenburgerhaus

    Winter: ski route from Vent

    Peaks: Wildspitze (3,774 m), Fluchtkogel (3,500 m), Schwarzwandspitze (3,467 m), Hochver nagt spitze (3,550m) and many more

    Opening Hours:
    Info
    08.03.2023 - 02.05.2023
    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
    22.06.2023 - 24.09.2023
    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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    Vernagthütte im Sommer

    Polles Alm

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

    The Polles valley is the longest side valley of the Ötztal.
    The Polles Alm is located at an altitude of 1.782m and is easily accessible in approx. 2 hours starting at the football ground in Huben. The first path leads through the „Ötztaler Sagenweg“ to the Feuerstein hut and further on an old very beautiful hiking trail up to the Polles hut.

    Ideal for a family hike or for a mountain bike tour.

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    Polles Alm groß

    Snow Beach Tiefenbach

    regional cuisine, SS/self-service, après ski, international cuisine, Austrian cuisine, vegetarian cuisine, Ski huts, alpine dairy/snack bar

    Bistro / bar with sun terrace:
    Our Snow Beach on Tiefenbach Glacier is the perfect addition to our self-service restaurant. Cool drinks and delicious food in a cozy atmosphere are waiting for you. Take a seat on our sun terrace and enjoy your vacation in the midst of the breathtaking Ötztal mountains. Whether you want to sunbathe comfortably in a deck chair or make yourself comfortable in our rustic interior – we look forward to welcome you in our restaurant. Summer or winter - the „Gletscher Arena Sölden“ is always worth a visit. In summer you can also reach the Gletscher Arena Sölden by car or public bus. In winter, of course, via the ski area and the Sölden cable cars.

    For more information about the entire Gletscher Arena Sölden, visit our homepage: www.oetztalergletscher.com

    Opening Hours:
    Info
    26.10.2022 - 04.05.2023
    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
    30.06.2023 - 13.08.2023
    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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    Panoramarestaurant Hochoetz

    restaurant, regional cuisine, SS/self-service, Glutenfreie Küche, Austrian cuisine, vegetarian cuisine, Ski huts, home cooking

    Panorama Restaurant Hochoetz, nestles at 2020 m above sea level right next to the top station of Acherkogel mountain gondola and the family adventure WIDIVERSUM HOCHOETZ. A huge sun terrace and breathtaking panoramic vistas of the mightiest peaks in the Ötztal Alps and the Inntal valley add to a memorable mountain experience. Cooked and cold dishes are available in the homey service restaurant all day long. While parents can relax to the full, the youngest guests have a blast at the nearby WIDIVERSUM.

    Opening Hours:
    Info
    08.12.2022 - 15.04.2023
    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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    Winter

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