Aualm
4.2About
Aualm sits at 1795m in the Salzburg Alps, accessible from the Untertauern area. The hut lies on the hiking route between Untertauern and the Radstädter Tauern Pass. Most walkers approach from the Tweng valley via the marked trail to Aualm, a 3-hour hike gaining 800m. The terrain is steep but straightforward. You can also reach it from Untertauern itself in around 2.5 hours. The location makes it a solid mid-trip stop for anyone crossing the central Salzburg Alps.
Aualm is a traditional mountain dairy hut offering simple accommodation and meals. It has around 40 beds in shared rooms. Meals focus on hearty Alpine fare—expect Kasnocken, schnitzel, and good coffee. The hut has basic facilities: no shower, basic toilets, and cold water only. The season runs mid-June to late September, depending on snow conditions. Check conditions in early season as the approach can be muddy or snow-covered before July. The hut operates under the Austrian Alpine Club (OeAV) system.
Contact the hut directly by phone to book. June and September are quieter. July and August demand booking 4-6 weeks ahead. The hut fills on weekends year-round, so midweek visits give better availability. Arrive early in the day if you're turning up without a reservation—beds go quickly in summer. Bring cash; card payments are unreliable in this remote location.
Aualm is a traditional mountain dairy hut offering simple accommodation and meals. It has around 40 beds in shared rooms. Meals focus on hearty Alpine fare—expect Kasnocken, schnitzel, and good coffee. The hut has basic facilities: no shower, basic toilets, and cold water only. The season runs mid-June to late September, depending on snow conditions. Check conditions in early season as the approach can be muddy or snow-covered before July. The hut operates under the Austrian Alpine Club (OeAV) system.
Contact the hut directly by phone to book. June and September are quieter. July and August demand booking 4-6 weeks ahead. The hut fills on weekends year-round, so midweek visits give better availability. Arrive early in the day if you're turning up without a reservation—beds go quickly in summer. Bring cash; card payments are unreliable in this remote location.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact the hut by phone at least 2-3 months ahead during peak season (July-August) to secure a bed.
Aualm is staffed from June through September, with limited availability in shoulder months depending on weather.
Approach from Tweng valley via marked trail (3 hours, 800m gain) or from Untertauern (2.5 hours); the terrain is steep but well-marked.
The hut serves meals and provides dormitory beds; check with the hut directly about shower availability.
It's manageable for fit hikers with some Alpine experience, but the steep 800m gain makes it challenging for absolute beginners.
Location
47.2628, 13.1664
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- OeAV
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Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +43 6414 341
- Website
- https://www.aubauernhof.at/alm-grossarl/
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