Mayerlehenhütte

Mayerlehenhütte sits at 1,036m in the foothills south of Salzburg Stadt, serving as a base for day hikes in the Salzburger Schieferalpen. Reach it from the village of Anif by following the marked trail up the Mayerlehen valley. The walk takes roughly 90 minutes and gains 400m steadily through mixed forest. Several alternate approaches exist from surrounding villages, all well-signed. The hut's low elevation keeps it accessible during shoulder seasons when higher Alpine routes are still snow-bound.
The OeAV-managed hut provides simple accommodation with capacity for around 30 guests in mixed and private rooms. Meals focus on traditional Austrian fare—hearty soups, schnitzel, and seasonal vegetable dishes. Half-board is standard. The hut operates year-round with full service from May to October. Winter months see reduced staffing, so confirm availability before traveling. Hot showers and a small common room with wood stove create a functional, welcoming base after a day on the trails.
Book directly by phone. The hut fills quickly on summer weekends, especially in July and August—call at least 4 weeks ahead for these months. Smaller huts in this region take walk-in guests outside peak season, but don't rely on availability. Families and day-hikers from Salzburg Stadt make up the core clientele. A reliable option for acclimatization hikes or easy Alpine introduction.