Gföhlberghütte
3.6About
The Gföhlberghütte sits at 825m in the foothills south of Krems an der Donau, in the Dunkelsteinerwald region. Reach it on foot from Gföhl village in about 1.5 hours via marked trails through mixed forest. The hut serves as a base for day walks across the forested ridges and valleys of Lower Austria's quieter hiking terrain. Access by car ends in Gföhl; parking is available near the village.
This small, owner-run hut has 15 beds across simple rooms. Meals are available on request—arrange dinner and breakfast when you book. The hut operates year-round but phone ahead outside summer months to confirm availability and meal service. Water and toilet facilities are basic but reliable. Mobile signal can be patchy depending on your provider.
Book directly with the hut operator. Contact details are best obtained through the Lower Austrian Alpine Club (OeAV) website or local tourism information in Krems. Phone ahead rather than arriving without notice, especially for meals. The hut fills on weekends during the hiking season (May to October), so reserve at least 2-3 weeks ahead for Saturday nights. Winter visits require confirmation that the hut is staffed and heated.
This small, owner-run hut has 15 beds across simple rooms. Meals are available on request—arrange dinner and breakfast when you book. The hut operates year-round but phone ahead outside summer months to confirm availability and meal service. Water and toilet facilities are basic but reliable. Mobile signal can be patchy depending on your provider.
Book directly with the hut operator. Contact details are best obtained through the Lower Austrian Alpine Club (OeAV) website or local tourism information in Krems. Phone ahead rather than arriving without notice, especially for meals. The hut fills on weekends during the hiking season (May to October), so reserve at least 2-3 weeks ahead for Saturday nights. Winter visits require confirmation that the hut is staffed and heated.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact the hut directly at least 2–3 weeks ahead, especially for weekends; with only 15 beds, it fills quickly during peak season.
The hut operates year-round, though availability is best from May to October; confirm opening dates before visiting in winter months.
Park in Gföhl village and hike via marked trails through mixed forest—the walk takes about 1.5 hours to reach the hut at 825m.
Dinner is available by advance request; the hut has simple rooms with 15 beds total and basic facilities typical of small owner-run huts.
Yes—the 1.5-hour approach is gentle, the elevation modest, and the surrounding Dunkelsteinerwald offers straightforward day walks ideal for building hiking skills.
Location
48.0691, 15.8281
HutLists Score
3.6
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Quick Facts
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- 15
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Contact & Booking
- Website
- https://www.naturfreunde-huetten.at/niederoesterreich/gfoehlberghuette/
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