Moderate
About
Gießener Hütte stands at 2,215m on the Saukarkamm ridge in the Salzburg Alps. Reach it from the Saalbach-Hinterglemm valley via the Rauhkogel saddle—expect 4 to 4.5 hours from the valley. The approach is steep but direct, gaining 900m elevation. This location puts you on a high traverse route with views across the main Austrian Alpine chain. The hut sits astride a major ridge walk, making it ideal for multi-day trips across this range.
The DAV Sektion Gießen-Oberhessen manages 40 beds in simple dormitory accommodation. Meals follow standard Alpine hut format: hearty dinners and substantial breakfasts. Lunch packs are available on request. The hut has flush toilets but no showers—bring a lightweight towel or plan to wash in cold mountain water. There is no WiFi. The hut operates year-round but check conditions in winter; most traffic comes June through September. Staff are experienced with ridge walkers needing route advice.
Book directly by email or phone well ahead during July and August—aim for 4 to 6 weeks minimum. The hut fills quickly on weekends. Contact the hut directly for current rates and meal options. This is a working mountain hut, not a hotel; expect basic comfort and straightforward service focused on getting you fed and moving on to the next stage.
The DAV Sektion Gießen-Oberhessen manages 40 beds in simple dormitory accommodation. Meals follow standard Alpine hut format: hearty dinners and substantial breakfasts. Lunch packs are available on request. The hut has flush toilets but no showers—bring a lightweight towel or plan to wash in cold mountain water. There is no WiFi. The hut operates year-round but check conditions in winter; most traffic comes June through September. Staff are experienced with ridge walkers needing route advice.
Book directly by email or phone well ahead during July and August—aim for 4 to 6 weeks minimum. The hut fills quickly on weekends. Contact the hut directly for current rates and meal options. This is a working mountain hut, not a hotel; expect basic comfort and straightforward service focused on getting you fed and moving on to the next stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact the hut directly by email or phone to check availability and book—aim for at least 2–3 months ahead during peak season (July–August).
The hut operates seasonally; contact them directly for exact opening and closing dates, as staffing varies year to year.
Start from the Saalbach-Hinterglemm valley and climb via the Rauhkogel saddle—4 to 4.5 hours, gaining 900m elevation on a steep but direct route.
The hut has 40 beds in simple rooms and flush toilets, but no showers or WiFi.
It's manageable for families with older children (10+) who are fit hikers; the 4.5-hour climb with 900m gain rules out younger kids, but the ridge location and simple setup work well for a multi-day alpine trip.
Location
46.9925, 13.3289
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- DAV DAV Sektion Gießen-Oberhessen
Facilities
Meals served
Flush toilets
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +43 664 4221389
- Website
- https://www.alpenverein.de/DAV-Services/Huettensuche/gie-ener-huette/7026192
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