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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.

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

Hotel Silbertal

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

Directly in the skiing and hiking area of ​​Sölden at 2,020 meters - The Hotel Silbertal **** is located. A relaxing atmosphere and comfort are our top priorities! For an enjoyable stay, we have our own multi-course evening menu and a very delicious breakfast buffet.• Warm meals all day• Almdorf at 2,000 m• Large sun terrace with a wonderful view of the Ventertal• Après-ski• Ski in & ski out at 2,000 m - high quality service and food• Evening Get-together at the fire bowl during sunsetTo the Hotel Silbertal:• by car from Sölden in approx. 20 minutes• from Gaislachkogl-Bahn middle station approx. 45 minutes walking distance• from Sölden approx. 1.5 - 1 ¾ h walking distance • perfect location for hikes to: Tiefenbach glacier - Vent, middle station - Hochsölden, Bodenegg - Zwieselstein, Gaislachsee

Opening Hours:
Info
02.12.2023 - 20.04.2024
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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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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Rettenbach Market Restaurant

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

Our completely renovated Rettenbach Restaurant shines in a new light after the refurbishment, blending tradition and modernity seamlessly.

Opening Hours:
Info
01.07.2023 - 01.05.2024
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
07.06.2024 - 04.05.2025
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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Zwieselbach Alm

alpine dairy/snack bar

The Zwieselbachalm lies a piece behind the Schweinfurter Hut, in the middle of the Ötztal mountains. 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 huts of Larstigalm, Kleinhorlachalm, Großhorlachalm and Schweinfurter Hütte further to the Zwieselbachalm.Altitude gain: 513Duration: 2,5 hours (up & down 4,5 hours)Return: same route, from the Larstigalm "Bergmahder trail or Grastal trail" possible

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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.

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Gasthaus Seehäusl am Piburger See

restaurant, regional cuisine, SS/self-service, Vegane Küche, Glutenfreie Küche, Austrian cuisine, vegetarian cuisine, alpine dairy/snack bar, home cooking

From the parking lot Piburg about 30 minutes walk on the right bank. The trail is simple and easily accessible with prams.

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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 excellentCuisine with delicious Tyrolean delicacies and its beautiful location in the middle of the unspoiledNatural landscape, to one of the most popular alpine huts in the Ötztal.On Wednesdays (July and August) and Saturdays, the innkeepers offer an alpine breakfast by prior reservation.Start:Köfels - Wurzbergalm - Stabele-Alm, time: 3.5 hWinklen - Wurzbergalm - Stabele-Alm, time: 3 hLehn - Stabele-Alm, time: 2 hLängenfeld - Hauersee - Stabele-Alm, time: 4.5 hHiking bus: possible in the main season every Tuesday - advance booking in the information office.

Opening Hours:
Info
18.05.2024 - 29.09.2024
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: 10:00-17:00
Su: 10:00-17:00

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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
08.12.2023 - 14.04.2024
Mo: 12:00-15:00
Tu: 12:00-15:00
We: -
Th: -
Fr: -
Sa: -
Su: -
14.02.2024 - 14.04.2024
Mo: -
Tu: -
We: -
Th: -
Fr: 11:30-16:00
Sa: 11:30-16:00
Su: 11:30-16:00
Today: 11:30 - 16:00

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Hochstubaihütte

regional cuisine, Hütten

When planning your tour for the winter season 2022/2023, please note that the winter room at the Hochstubaihütte is NOT available for overnight stays. This is due to problems and delays in the construction process.

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Aussicht von der Hochstubaihütte

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