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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.

Balbach Alm

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

Homely hut with traditional Tyrolean cuisine, modern-cozyambience and a young friendly team. The new restaurant offers a special place to enjoy your timein 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
01.06.2024 - 22.09.2024
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

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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:
Info
25.12.2023 - 21.04.2024
Mo: -
Tu: 12:00-22:00
We: 12:00-22:00
Th: 12:00-22:00
Fr: 12:00-22:00
Sa: 12:00-22:00
Su: 12:00-22:00
30.06.2024 - 29.09.2024
Mo: -
Tu: 16:00-21:30
We: 16:00-21:30
Th: 16:00-21:30
Fr: 16:00-21:30
Sa: 16:00-21:30
Su: 16:00-21:30
Today: 12:00 - 22:00

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Wiesle

alpine dairy/snack bar, home cooking

The Wiesle (1,528 m) was already mentioned 450 years ago as the Schweighof. While the small patch of meadow was primarily used for agriculture for centuries, the Wiesle is now particularly popular with those looking for relaxation and day trippers.You can reach the hut via the prepared winter hiking trail from Niederthai (cross-country skiing centre).Warm meals, snacks, mostly own products or from local farmers.Hut evenings, small celebrations or simply a nice get-together in the evening can also be requested.

Opening Hours:
Info
09.05.2024 - 06.10.2024
Mo: -
Tu: 09:00-18:00
We: 09:00-18:00
Th: 09:00-18:00
Fr: 09:00-18:00
Sa: 09:00-18:00
Su: 09:00-18:00

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Wiesle

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 hTaxi Scharfetter, Phone +43 (0) 5255 5858Peak Tours: Fundusfeiler, Felderjöchl, BlockkogelCrossings: Erlanger Hütte- traditional Tyrolean and Ötztaler cuisine- beds (10)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

Panoramarestaurant Hochoetz

Rollstuhlgerecht, 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.

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Similaunhütte

regional cuisine, Italian cuisine, Austrian cuisine, vegetarian cuisine, bio cuisine, Hütten

Summer: open from 6th June 2024 to end of septemberWinter: closed (no winter room - not operated)Similaunhütte was built over 100 years ago and is a popular base for peak climbs. The site where "Ötzi” the Iceman was found is only a 1-hour walk from the hut.To the hut: from Vent through niedertal - via Martin Busch Hütte - across the glacier, altitude gain: 1,120 m, length: 14 km, time: 4 hCrossings: Hauslabjoch - Schöne Aussicht, Saykogel - Hochjoch-Hospiz, crossing from north Tirol into South Tirol (also for mountainbikers)Peaks: Similaun, altitude gain: 3,607 m, Finailspitze, crossing - Similaun - Marzellspitze – Hintere Schwärze

Opening Hours:
Info
06.06.2024 - 30.09.2024
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

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Similaunhütte im Winter

Kristall Bar Hochoetz

regional cuisine, international cuisine, Glutenfreie Küche, bar/pub/lounge, Bergrestaurant/Bedienung, Ski huts, live music/concerts

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Kristall Bar Hochoetz

Berghotel & Gasthof Marlstein

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

Traditional house above Ochsengarten starting-point for all hiking-excursions during the hole year.In the summertime enjoy at our restaurant with sunshine-terrace the beautyful mountain-panorama and our special alpine-viands from our own farm! Special for kids is the visitation of our own "kids zoo".In the wintertime special starting-point for all skiing-hikers.

Opening Hours:
Info
18.05.2024 - 13.10.2024
Mo: 11:00-16:00
Tu: 11:00-16:00
We: 11:00-16:00
Th: -
Fr: 11:00-16:00
Sa: 11:00-16:00
Su: 11:00-16:00

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Kleinhorlachalm

regional cuisine, alpine dairy/snack bar, home cooking

The Kleinhorlachalm lies below the Schweinfurter Hütte in the middle of the Ötztal mountains. Magnificent panorama view, treat and nature. 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 hut of Larstigalm and further to the Kleinhorlachalm.Altitude gain: 370Duration: 1,5 hours (up & down 3 hours)Return: same route, from the Larstigalm "Bergmahder trail or Grastal trail" possible- whole-time hot meal- Ötztaler specialities- cozy and small hut- hiking trail suitable for baby carriages

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Brunnenbergalm

regional cuisine, non-smoking locale, alpine dairy/snack bar

The Brunnenbergalm is accessible on foot comfortably in approx. 1.5 hours.In the purpose you are recompensed with a marvellous view and real delicacy!Almzeit Focus: Almenraum - Time for silence, playing ground,natural bowling alley, sunny terrace

Opening Hours:
Info
02.07.2024 - 01.09.2024
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: -
Su: 10:00-17:00

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