Arnikahütte
2.5
Salzburg, Austria
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The Arnikahütte sits at 2,190m in the Radstädter Tauern, on the border between Salzburg and Styria. Reach it from Radstadt via the Radstädter Tauern Pass road—park at the pass (1,738m) and hike 2 hours north on marked trail 701. Alternatively, start from Tweng to the west (roughly 3 hours). The approach is steady uphill on good paths with minimal scrambling. The hut serves as a waypoint on longer ridge traverses and connects easily to peaks in the surrounding massif.
The Arnikahütte is run by the Austrian Alpine Club (OeAV) and holds about 40 beds in mixed dormitories and a few double rooms. The kitchen serves hearty evening meals and packed lunches on request. Water comes from the mountain spring. The hut has basic hot showers, but no luxuries—expect simple, functional accommodation. It opens from June through September, weather permitting. Winter use is possible only with self-catering (the guardian does not stay over).
Book your bed at least 4 weeks ahead for July and August; June and September are less crowded. Contact the hut directly by phone or email through the OeAV website. The hut prefers advance notice for large groups and special dietary needs. Arrive by mid-afternoon to collect your room assignment and attend the communal dinner. Drop your pack at the hut before tackling any nearby summits—the Radstädter Tauern peaks reward the extra time.
The Arnikahütte is run by the Austrian Alpine Club (OeAV) and holds about 40 beds in mixed dormitories and a few double rooms. The kitchen serves hearty evening meals and packed lunches on request. Water comes from the mountain spring. The hut has basic hot showers, but no luxuries—expect simple, functional accommodation. It opens from June through September, weather permitting. Winter use is possible only with self-catering (the guardian does not stay over).
Book your bed at least 4 weeks ahead for July and August; June and September are less crowded. Contact the hut directly by phone or email through the OeAV website. The hut prefers advance notice for large groups and special dietary needs. Arrive by mid-afternoon to collect your room assignment and attend the communal dinner. Drop your pack at the hut before tackling any nearby summits—the Radstädter Tauern peaks reward the extra time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August; weekends fill quickly, so earlier is better for peak season.
The hut is staffed from June to September; check directly as exact opening and closing dates vary by year.
Park at Radstädter Tauern Pass (1,738m) and hike 2 hours north on marked trail 701 to the hut at 2,190m; alternatively start from Tweng (3 hours).
Expect basic Alpine hut lodging with dorm beds, simple meals, and water; no shower, but a small washroom is standard.
Yes—the approach is steady uphill on good marked paths with minimal scrambling, making it accessible for fit hikers without Alpine experience.
Location
47.7409, 13.3482
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