Ostwandlager
1.7
623m
Salzburg, Austria
About
Ostwandlager sits at 623m in the foothills south of Berchtesgaden, just inside Austria near the Salzburg-Bavaria border. The hut is reached from Berchtesgaden town in roughly 1.5 hours on foot, following well-marked paths through forested terrain. It serves as a base for approaches to the Watzmann massif and local limestone crags.
The DAV Sektion Berchtesgaden operates this small facility year-round. Bunk beds accommodate around 30 people. Meals are available—the hut serves dinner and breakfast to guests. There is no shower, so plan accordingly. Water comes from a spring. The hut suits climbers working routes on the Ostwand and hikers tackling the surrounding ridges in the Berchtesgaden Alps.
Book directly with DAV Sektion Berchtesgaden well ahead for weekends in summer and autumn. Phone ahead to confirm availability and meal times, especially outside peak season. The hut fills quickly on Friday and Saturday nights from June through September. Winter access depends on snow conditions and avalanche risk—contact the managing section before attempting a winter visit.
The DAV Sektion Berchtesgaden operates this small facility year-round. Bunk beds accommodate around 30 people. Meals are available—the hut serves dinner and breakfast to guests. There is no shower, so plan accordingly. Water comes from a spring. The hut suits climbers working routes on the Ostwand and hikers tackling the surrounding ridges in the Berchtesgaden Alps.
Book directly with DAV Sektion Berchtesgaden well ahead for weekends in summer and autumn. Phone ahead to confirm availability and meal times, especially outside peak season. The hut fills quickly on Friday and Saturday nights from June through September. Winter access depends on snow conditions and avalanche risk—contact the managing section before attempting a winter visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for weekends and holidays; weekdays can often be arranged with shorter notice. Contact the DAV Sektion Berchtesgaden directly by phone or email.
Ostwandlager is staffed year-round, though winter availability depends on snow conditions and hut manager schedules—confirm dates before visiting November through March.
Hike from Berchtesgaden town in roughly 1.5 hours on well-marked forest paths; the hut sits at 623m in the foothills south of town near the Salzburg-Bavaria border.
Bunk beds sleep around 30 people; dinner and breakfast are served daily when the hut is staffed.
Yes—the approach from Berchtesgaden is easy hiking on marked trails, making it ideal for newcomers; it also works as a base for more serious mountaineering on the Watzmann and local crags.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- DAV
- Season
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- Total
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- Website
- https://www.dav-berchtesgaden.de/Huetten/Selbstversorgerhuetten/Ostwandlager