Kitzsteinalm
3.7About
Kitzsteinalm sits at 1506m on the eastern slopes of the Kitzbühel Alps, 12km south of Saalfelden in the Salzburg region. The hut is reached via the Saalbach valley. From Saalfelden town, drive or take the bus to Saalfelden-Leogang and follow the valley road south. From the road end at Vordersaalfelden, walk 1 hour up the forest trail to the alm. Summer hikers typically approach via the Saalbach-Hinterglemm area to the west, a 2 to 2.5 hour hike crossing gentle alpine pasture. The location makes it a solid base for day walks across the eastern Kitzbühels, with trails connecting to Wildseeloder and the ridges above Reit im Winkl.
The hut is a traditional alpine farmstead run by the managing family. It offers simple but clean accommodation with roughly 30 beds spread across basic rooms. Meals focus on Austrian alpine fare: hearty soups, roasted meats, and fresh dairy products from the surrounding pastures. The kitchen supplies packed lunches on request. Water comes from a spring. The hut stays open year-round, though staffing and meal service drop off significantly from November to March. Winter access requires good snow conditions and winter hiking experience.
Book accommodation directly by telephone or via email well ahead for July and August weekends, as capacity fills quickly. The hut prefers advance notice for meals, especially if planning to arrive outside typical mealtimes. Walking in without a reservation is feasible on quiet weekdays during shoulder seasons, but don't rely on beds being available.
The hut is a traditional alpine farmstead run by the managing family. It offers simple but clean accommodation with roughly 30 beds spread across basic rooms. Meals focus on Austrian alpine fare: hearty soups, roasted meats, and fresh dairy products from the surrounding pastures. The kitchen supplies packed lunches on request. Water comes from a spring. The hut stays open year-round, though staffing and meal service drop off significantly from November to March. Winter access requires good snow conditions and winter hiking experience.
Book accommodation directly by telephone or via email well ahead for July and August weekends, as capacity fills quickly. The hut prefers advance notice for meals, especially if planning to arrive outside typical mealtimes. Walking in without a reservation is feasible on quiet weekdays during shoulder seasons, but don't rely on beds being available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August; shoulder months (June, September) need less advance notice.
Kitzsteinalm operates from late May to late September, staffed daily during peak season.
From Saalfelden, drive or take the bus to Vordersaalfelden; the hut is a 1-hour walk up the forest trail, or 2–2.5 hours across alpine pasture from Saalbach-Hinterglemm.
The alm serves traditional Salzburg fare and regional specialties; expect basic dormitory beds and washroom facilities typical of Alpine pasture huts.
Yes—the 1-hour approach from Vordersaalfelden is straightforward, and the gentle pasture routes from the west suit families with older children and casual hikers.
Location
47.2819, 13.2935
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