Mahdalm

Mahdalm sits at 1530m in the Salzburg Alps, on the eastern flank of the Tennengebirge. Reach it from Abtenau via the Weißenbach valley. The approach takes 2 hours from the village. Most hikers use Mahdalm as a base for ridge walks across the Tennengebirge or as a waypoint on longer traverses toward Füssein or south into the Salzburg limestone massif. Winter access is unreliable above 1200m.
The hut runs May to October and sleeps 35 guests in mixed dorms. Meals are simple but filling: expect Kasnocken, Erdäpfelpuffer, and solid bread. The kitchen covers basic vegetarian options if you request ahead. There's no electricity or heating beyond the woodstove. Water comes from a spring. Showers are cold and occasional. The OeAV manages the hut. Book beds directly by phone or email at least 4 weeks before your visit, longer if you're traveling July or August. Weekends fill quickly. The hut is popular with school groups in June, which affects availability and noise levels.