Moderate
About
Franz-Fischer-Hütte sits at 2,020m in the Lungau Alps south of Salzburg, accessible via the Lessach Valley. From Lessach village, the approach takes 2.5 hours on a well-marked trail gaining 800m elevation. In winter, snow access becomes unreliable; confirm conditions before travelling. The hut lies on the main ridge route between Preber and Rettenstein, making it a natural stop for multi-day traverses across the northern Lungau.
The hut is run by OeAV Sektion Lungau and holds around 30 beds across mixed dormitories and smaller rooms. Meals focus on hearty Austrian Alpine fare. Unlike many huts, it offers showers—valuable after dusty approaches or before heading down. The season runs mid-June through September; opening dates shift with snow melt, so confirm before booking. Winter mountaineers occasionally use it, but facilities are minimal then.
Book direct by email or phone; the hut accepts reservations year-round but fills quickly during July and August weekends. Contact them 4–6 weeks ahead for peak season. Groups larger than 8 should call ahead. The hut is quieter mid-week and in June or September, making those better choices if your schedule allows. Payment is typically cash on arrival.
The hut is run by OeAV Sektion Lungau and holds around 30 beds across mixed dormitories and smaller rooms. Meals focus on hearty Austrian Alpine fare. Unlike many huts, it offers showers—valuable after dusty approaches or before heading down. The season runs mid-June through September; opening dates shift with snow melt, so confirm before booking. Winter mountaineers occasionally use it, but facilities are minimal then.
Book direct by email or phone; the hut accepts reservations year-round but fills quickly during July and August weekends. Contact them 4–6 weeks ahead for peak season. Groups larger than 8 should call ahead. The hut is quieter mid-week and in June or September, making those better choices if your schedule allows. Payment is typically cash on arrival.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead for summer weekends; email or call the OeAV Sektion Lungau contact directly.
The hut is typically staffed June through September; winter access is unreliable, so confirm conditions before travelling.
Start from Lessach village and follow the marked trail for 2.5 hours, gaining 800m elevation to reach the hut at 2,020m.
The hut has around 30 beds and showers, plus standard hut meals (breakfast and dinner available on request).
The 2.5-hour approach is moderate for fit hikers; the hut works well for multi-day ridge traverses rather than a first Alpine hut experience.
Location
47.1986, 13.3643
HutLists Score
4.1
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Based on facilities, access, and how reliably the hut is open.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- OeAV OeAV Sektion Lungau
Facilities
Showers
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +43 6647957960
- Website
- https://franzfischer-huette.at/
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