Naturfreundeschutzhaus Kaiblingalm
3.4About
Naturfreundeschutzhaus Kaiblingalm sits at 1778m on the Kaibling massif above Abtenau in the Salzburg Alps. The hut is reached from Abtenau village by following the Lammertal valley road to Lindau, then hiking 2.5 to 3 hours through forest to the alm. You can also approach from the east via Ramsau am Dachstein (4 hours). The surrounding terrain suits day walks and ridge traverses connecting to nearby peaks like Bischofsalm and into the Dachstein massif.
The hut holds 46 beds in mixed dormitories. Meals are available—expect simple alpine fare. There's a common room and basic sanitary facilities. The hut has no WiFi. It operates year-round, though you should confirm opening dates outside the main walking season. The Naturfreunde (a sister organisation to the German and Austrian Alpine Clubs) manages the hut as a walker-focused facility, not a mountain sports destination. Summer is busiest; weekends fill quickly.
Book in advance, especially for July and August. Contact the hut directly by email or phone. Weekends during July and August often require booking 6 to 8 weeks ahead. Shoulder season (June, September, early October) is more flexible. Half-board packages are offered if you arrange in advance.
The hut holds 46 beds in mixed dormitories. Meals are available—expect simple alpine fare. There's a common room and basic sanitary facilities. The hut has no WiFi. It operates year-round, though you should confirm opening dates outside the main walking season. The Naturfreunde (a sister organisation to the German and Austrian Alpine Clubs) manages the hut as a walker-focused facility, not a mountain sports destination. Summer is busiest; weekends fill quickly.
Book in advance, especially for July and August. Contact the hut directly by email or phone. Weekends during July and August often require booking 6 to 8 weeks ahead. Shoulder season (June, September, early October) is more flexible. Half-board packages are offered if you arrange in advance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead, especially for July and August. Contact the hut by email or phone to reserve.
The hut operates June to October, though exact staffing dates vary—confirm directly before planning your trip.
From Abtenau village, follow the Lammertal valley road to Lindau, then hike 2.5 to 3 hours through forest to the alm. Alternatively, approach from Ramsau am Dachstein in about 4 hours.
The hut serves meals and has 46 beds in mixed dormitories; note that WiFi is not available.
Yes—the 2.5 to 3-hour approach from Abtenau is manageable for fit beginners, and the hut works well as a base for day walks and ridge traverses in the surrounding terrain.
Location
47.3639, 13.7748
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- Naturfreunde
- Total
- 46
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +43 3686 2278
- Website
- https://www.kaibling-alm.at/
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