Kienbergerhütte
4.4About
Kienbergerhütte sits at 1,015m on the northern edge of the Tennengebirge, above the village of Tenneck in the Salzburg region. Reach it from Tenneck in 1.5 hours on a well-marked trail that climbs steadily through beech forest. The hut is a logical base for day walks across the limestone plateau and the Tennengebirge ridge, or as a waypoint on longer routes toward Hochkönig or toward the Berchtesgaden Alps to the north. The setting is pastoral rather than dramatic—grassy slopes and mixed woodland rather than dramatic peaks.
The hut is family-run and modest in scale, with around 40 beds split across shared and small private rooms. Half-board (dinner and breakfast) is standard. The kitchen does straightforward Austrian food—schnitzel, Kasnocken, simple salads. Opening season typically runs Easter through October, with reliable operation May through September. The bar is open to day hikers; the hut is popular with families and older hikers rather than climbers or fast movers. Water and electricity are reliable; showers cost extra. There is no mobile coverage.
Book directly with the hut by email or phone from March onward for summer weekends and school holidays. July and August fill 4–6 weeks ahead. Weekdays in June and September usually have availability. The hut is not affiliated with OeAV or DAV, so you cannot use hut passes. Payment is cash or bank transfer.
The hut is family-run and modest in scale, with around 40 beds split across shared and small private rooms. Half-board (dinner and breakfast) is standard. The kitchen does straightforward Austrian food—schnitzel, Kasnocken, simple salads. Opening season typically runs Easter through October, with reliable operation May through September. The bar is open to day hikers; the hut is popular with families and older hikers rather than climbers or fast movers. Water and electricity are reliable; showers cost extra. There is no mobile coverage.
Book directly with the hut by email or phone from March onward for summer weekends and school holidays. July and August fill 4–6 weeks ahead. Weekdays in June and September usually have availability. The hut is not affiliated with OeAV or DAV, so you cannot use hut passes. Payment is cash or bank transfer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for peak summer weekends; weekdays and shoulder season (May, September) need less notice.
Kienbergerhütte is typically open May to October, with full staffing June through September.
Start from the village of Tenneck and follow the well-marked trail uphill through beech forest; the hike takes 1.5 hours to reach 1,015m.
The hut serves hot meals and drinks; expect basic bunk beds, water available, but no showers—bring a washcloth and dry quickly.
Yes—the 1.5-hour approach from Tenneck is moderate and well-marked, making it ideal for families and hikers new to multi-day trips.
Location
47.7898, 13.4513
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- May-Oct: Sa-Mo
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