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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.

Restaurant am Piburger See

Rollstuhlgerecht, restaurant, regional cuisine, Vegane Küche, Glutenfreie Küche, Austrian cuisine, vegetarian cuisine, alpine dairy/snack bar

Our restaurant is a place to relax, to “relax” and a place of encounters of people, whom we want to spoil in a cozy ambience with good food, refreshing drinks and a good service. Whether freshly prepared meals in the restaurant, enjoying a cup of coffee with homemade cake, or a snack in our self-service area, our passion is gastronomy. Wolfi and his team are looking forward to your visit.

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Hauerseehütte - Selbstversorgerhütte

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The Hausersee hut on the "Geigenkamm", named after his highest sumit, the "Hohe Geige" (3395 m), in the Ötztal Alps. The lake which is hardly warmer than 4 degrees in summer, lends his name to the house. The hut is a self-catering hut and is sheltered in summer by a "hutkeeper".Starting point:  from Umhausen - Köfels - Wurzbergalm - Stabelealm - Innerbergalm 4 hVia Längenfeld - Hauertal 3.5 hhut taxi: in the main season in summer - every Tuesday up to the "Innerbergalm"; advanced reservation in the tourist office necessary.self-catering hut - sheltered15 mattressesgas cooking sitewood-burning stovecrockerysolar lights

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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:
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07.06.2024 - 05.10.2024
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

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Falcon Marktrestaurant

regional cuisine, non-smoking locale, SS/self-service, Vegane Küche, international cuisine, Highlight, Austrian cuisine, vegetarian cuisine, Ski huts, home cooking

A stop at the market restaurant is recommended for a quick refreshment between sporty downhill runs, fulfilling the desire to enjoy high quality catering in a short time. In addition to well-known classics, this gastronomy area comes up with contemporary food concepts. Nutritional trends such as vegan or vegetarian dishes will complement the rich offer. Appetizing highlight: At the live cooking station hungry guests can watch how their food is freshly prepared by combining their favorite ingredients for pasta, wok or bowl dishes according to their very own preferences. The innovative payment system guarantees that you save time. Great advantage: You only need to pay after you have eaten. Therefore, restaurant visitors can enjoy their warm dishes immediately.

Opening Hours:
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07.06.2024 - 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

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Wirtshaus am Giggijoch

Rollstuhlgerecht, regional cuisine, SS/self-service, Vegane Küche, international cuisine, Glutenfreie Küche, Austrian cuisine, vegetarian cuisine, Ski huts

Lovingly prepared Austrian dishes are served in the cozy Wirtshausstube parlor or on the separate, sheltered Wirtshaus terrace. Your meals are accompanied by selected premium wines of local winemakers or fresh draft beers. Stop off at the inviting Wirtshaus Bar and enjoy a cappuccino, a glass of wine or beer. Early birds can book a sumptuous breakfast in the Wirtshaus to boost their energy level for the day's skiing.

Opening Hours:
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07.06.2024 - 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

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Rettenbachalm

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

Comfortable hut, huge sunbathing climbing aces with a marvelous panorama look to the glacier. Comfortably attainable with the car across the glacier street or from Hochsölden walking tour in 45 minutes.Hiking tip: by bus to Hochsölden 2.100 m high alpine hike above the forest boundary to the Rettenbach Alm.

Opening Hours:
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07.07.2024 - 29.09.2024
Mo: 10:00-17:00
Tu: 10:00-17:00
We: -
Th: -
Fr: -
Sa: 10:00-17:00
Su: 10:00-17:00

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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:
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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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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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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:
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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

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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:
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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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