Ellmaualm
3.4About
Ellmaualm sits at 1,794m on the Ellmauer Alp in the Loferer and Leogantner Mountains, south of the Salzburg city limits. Most hikers reach it from the village of Leogang, a 3-hour push via the Birnhorn valley, or from Saalfelden approaching from the east. The hut works as a base for walks into the Loferer range or as a waypoint on longer valley treks. The terrain is rolling alpine meadow with solid mountain views.
The hut has simple accommodation for around 50 people spread across dormitory rooms. They serve hearty alpine food at dinner and breakfast; bring your own lunch or buy basics there. Toilets are basic. The building has no shower facilities. Ellmaualm opens seasonally from May through October, depending on snow and weather. Winter access is unreliable. The hut is run by the Austrian Alpine Club (OeAV).
Book by phone direct with the hut. July and August can fill weekends quickly, especially during school holidays in mid-August—contact 4-6 weeks ahead for those dates. Weekend nights in June and September are moderately busy. You can arrive earlier and eat lunch there without staying overnight if you ring ahead and they have space. Bring cash; card payment options are limited.
The hut has simple accommodation for around 50 people spread across dormitory rooms. They serve hearty alpine food at dinner and breakfast; bring your own lunch or buy basics there. Toilets are basic. The building has no shower facilities. Ellmaualm opens seasonally from May through October, depending on snow and weather. Winter access is unreliable. The hut is run by the Austrian Alpine Club (OeAV).
Book by phone direct with the hut. July and August can fill weekends quickly, especially during school holidays in mid-August—contact 4-6 weeks ahead for those dates. Weekend nights in June and September are moderately busy. You can arrive earlier and eat lunch there without staying overnight if you ring ahead and they have space. Bring cash; card payment options are limited.
Frequently Asked Questions
Call ahead to confirm availability, especially for weekends and July–August; the hut has limited capacity at around 50 beds.
Ellmaualm operates seasonally as a summer alpine hut; typical season runs June through September, but confirm dates when you call.
From Leogang village, allow 3 hours via the Birnhorn valley; alternatively approach from Saalfelden to the east.
Dormitory accommodation for around 50 people with basic mountain hut amenities; hot meals and drinks available.
Yes—the rolling alpine meadow terrain and established valley approach from Leogang make it accessible for hikers with basic fitness.
Location
47.2442, 13.2710
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- OeAV
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Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +43 664 4550411
- Website
- https://ellmaualm-grossarl.at/
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