Dobratsch Gipfelhaus
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Dobratsch Gipfelhaus

4.9
2,143m Carinthia, Austria Write a review
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About

The Dobratsch-Gipfelhaus stands at 2,143 m on the summit of the Dobratsch (Villacher Alpe), the landmark peak that rises west of Villach in the Gailtal Alps of Carinthia. It is the highest point of the massif and a hugely popular day-trip destination, prized for its sweeping panorama over the Julian Alps, the Karawanken and the Gail valley. The hut is owned by the Austrian Alpine Club (ÖAV), Sektion Villach, and run by the Fleissner-Rieger family, who have made it known for its warm hospitality and Austrian mountain cuisine. It offers 20 beds in multi-bed rooms plus 12 mattress-camp (dormitory) places. Reaching the summit is unusually easy: the toll Villacher Alpenstraße climbs high onto the mountain, and from the road's upper car parks at Roßtratte or the Aichingerhütte a broad path leads to the top in around 1.5 hours. This makes it a favourite with families and first-time hut-goers, while longer approaches on foot from the valley reward those wanting a full mountain day. The hut is open essentially year-round on a daily, weather-dependent basis.

Access Routes

From Roßtratte car park (Villacher Alpenstraße)

1h Easy

A broad, well-marked path climbs about 400 m over open alpine meadows to the summit. The most popular and easiest approach, reached via the toll road.

From Aichingerhütte (end of Villacher Alpenstraße)

1h Easy

From the parking at the road's end (1,650 m), a trail leads to the summit with roughly 490 m of ascent; an easy hike feasible even in winter conditions.

From Roßtratte via the Jägersteig

1h Moderate

A slightly steeper, more scenic alternative requiring some sure-footedness, climbing about 400 m to the top.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can reach the hut by phone on +43 720 350340 or by email at [email protected], and find more information at dobratsch-gipfelhaus.com. Booking ahead is recommended if you plan to stay overnight.
The hut operates essentially year-round, open daily during the day (roughly 08:30–17:00) but always weather-dependent. It is worth calling ahead in poor conditions or outside the main season.
Drive the toll Villacher Alpenstraße to the upper car park at Roßtratte, then follow the broad marked summit path. It takes about 1 hour 30 minutes with roughly 400 m of ascent, making it one of the most accessible summit huts in Carinthia.
Yes. Because the Villacher Alpenstraße brings you high onto the mountain, the walk to the summit is short and straightforward (graded easy). It is well suited to families and newcomers, though a steeper Jägersteig variant exists for those wanting more challenge.
The hut is fully serviced and known for its Austrian cuisine, serving hot meals and drinks throughout the day. Overnight guests have a choice of 20 beds in rooms and 12 mattress-camp places.

Location

46.6032, 13.6719
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This hut takes bookings direct, so beds go to whoever asks first. Tell us your dates and we'll email you when it's time to reserve — with the hut's contact details.

We can't watch this hut's availability — it books direct. Give us your arrival date and we'll email you when it's time to get in touch, with the hut's phone and email.

Independent of the hut and its alpine club. We never book or hold beds — the reminder just tells you when to get in touch, with the hut's own contact details.

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Quick Facts

Managing club
ÖAV Villach
Season
08:00-20:00
Beds
20
Dormitory
12
Min hiking time
1.5h
Nearest trailhead
Roßtratte car park (Villacher Alpenstraße)

Facilities

Meals served

Contact & Booking

Email
[email protected]
Phone
+43 720 350340
Website
https://dobratsch-gipfelhaus.com/

Activities

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