Alpengasthof "Alter Pocher"
3.7About
Alter Pocher sits at 1807m in the Pinzgau region south of Zell am See. Reach it from the village of Zell am See by driving to Zell am See-Schüttdorf, then hiking 2.5 hours on marked trail #36 through forest and alpine meadow. The approach gains 800m steadily but without technical difficulty. An alternative route from Saalbach-Hinterglemm takes 3 hours and approaches from the south. Both routes work year-round when snow doesn't block them.
The hut offers 30 beds split across simple private rooms. Meals focus on Austrian mountain food: substantial lunches and three-course dinners cooked daily. The kitchen prepares packed lunches the evening before if you request them. Hot showers are available. Reception closes at 21:00. The hut stays open year-round except for maintenance weeks in May and November. Winter access depends entirely on snow conditions—call ahead to confirm the trail is passable. Electricity comes from solar panels and a small hydro system; there is no mobile signal.
Book directly by phone (+43 6542 72570) or email (contact information via their website). July through September fill quickly—reserve at least 8 weeks ahead for these months. June and September shoulder months rarely require advance booking. The hut fills most weekends year-round, so book 2 weeks ahead for Saturday nights even outside summer. Staff will hold your reservation only until 18:00 unless you notify them of late arrival.
The hut offers 30 beds split across simple private rooms. Meals focus on Austrian mountain food: substantial lunches and three-course dinners cooked daily. The kitchen prepares packed lunches the evening before if you request them. Hot showers are available. Reception closes at 21:00. The hut stays open year-round except for maintenance weeks in May and November. Winter access depends entirely on snow conditions—call ahead to confirm the trail is passable. Electricity comes from solar panels and a small hydro system; there is no mobile signal.
Book directly by phone (+43 6542 72570) or email (contact information via their website). July through September fill quickly—reserve at least 8 weeks ahead for these months. June and September shoulder months rarely require advance booking. The hut fills most weekends year-round, so book 2 weeks ahead for Saturday nights even outside summer. Staff will hold your reservation only until 18:00 unless you notify them of late arrival.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August; shoulder seasons (June, September) need less advance notice.
Open year-round, but snow can block access in winter; most reliable June to October.
From Zell am See-Schüttdorf, hike 2.5 hours on trail #36 (800m gain, no scrambling required); alternative 3-hour route from Saalbach-Hinterglemm.
30 beds in simple private rooms; the hut serves meals (confirm availability when booking, especially outside peak season).
Yes—the approach is steady but non-technical and well-marked; suitable for anyone comfortable with 2.5 hours of hiking and 800m elevation gain.
Location
47.0454, 12.9046
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- private
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- Website
- http://www.alterpocher.at
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