Bertahütte
4.2About
The Bertahütte sits at 1,527m in the Karawanken range between Austria and Slovenia. Most hikers reach it from the village of Feistritz ob Bleiburg, a 3-hour walk gaining 800m on a well-marked trail. The hut is also accessible from Slovenia via the Passe della Cima, making it a natural stop on longer ridge traverses.
The hut runs 34 beds across multiple rooms. The OeAV Sektion Villach manages it as a staffed hut serving hot meals and simple dinners. You get a mountain hut standard: basic but clean, with mattresses and blankets. There's no shower, but you'll find a washroom. The kitchen sells drinks and snacks for day hikers. The hut operates year-round, though the winter season brings reduced staffing—confirm availability before visiting between November and March.
Book directly with the hut as soon as your dates are set. July and August fill quickly; reserve 6-8 weeks ahead for weekend stays. Contact them by email or phone—both are reliable. The hut prefers advance notice for groups of 8 or more. If you're arriving without a booking, call ahead to check bed availability, especially on weekends.
The hut runs 34 beds across multiple rooms. The OeAV Sektion Villach manages it as a staffed hut serving hot meals and simple dinners. You get a mountain hut standard: basic but clean, with mattresses and blankets. There's no shower, but you'll find a washroom. The kitchen sells drinks and snacks for day hikers. The hut operates year-round, though the winter season brings reduced staffing—confirm availability before visiting between November and March.
Book directly with the hut as soon as your dates are set. July and August fill quickly; reserve 6-8 weeks ahead for weekend stays. Contact them by email or phone—both are reliable. The hut prefers advance notice for groups of 8 or more. If you're arriving without a booking, call ahead to check bed availability, especially on weekends.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead for July and August; shoulder season (June, September) needs 4–6 weeks' notice. Contact by email or phone.
The hut is staffed from late May through early October, with the busiest period in summer months.
From Feistritz ob Bleiburg village, follow the marked trail for 3 hours, gaining 800m elevation. You can also approach from Slovenia via Passe della Cima.
The hut serves hot meals and simple dinners. Expect basic mountain-hut standard: bunk beds, no private rooms, and shared washing facilities.
Yes—the trail from Feistritz ob Bleiburg is well-marked and moderate, making it accessible for fit hikers new to Alpine huts.
Location
46.5183, 13.9605
HutLists Score
4.2
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- OeAV ÖAV Sektion Villach
- Total
- 34
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +43 664 7943057
- Website
- https://www.facebook.com/bertahuettemittagskogel
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