Poserhöhe
4.2About
Poserhöhe sits at 1,505m in the Salzburg Alps above the Großarltal valley. Reach it from Großarl village (20km south of Salzburg city) via a 2-hour hike through forest. The trail climbs 700m steadily but without technical difficulty. You can also drive partway up the valley and reduce walking time. In winter, the approach becomes snow-dependent.
The hut runs by the Austrian Alpine Club (OeAV) as a simple mountain refuge. It sleeps around 30 people in mixed dorms. Meals focus on hearty Alpine fare—expect schnitzel, kasnocken, and vegetable options. The kitchen serves breakfast and dinner; packed lunches available on request. Water comes from the spring. Toilets are basic; shower facilities limited. The hut sits at the junction of several valley and ridge hikes, making it a solid base for 2-3 days of walking. Open year-round but staffing and reliability improve May through September.
Book by phone directly with the hut. Midsummer (July–August) fills weeks ahead, particularly weekends. May, June, and September offer easier access. Winter visits need advance confirmation since caretaking is minimal. Bring cash—card payments aren't guaranteed. The hut has no website, so a phone call is your only reliable option.
The hut runs by the Austrian Alpine Club (OeAV) as a simple mountain refuge. It sleeps around 30 people in mixed dorms. Meals focus on hearty Alpine fare—expect schnitzel, kasnocken, and vegetable options. The kitchen serves breakfast and dinner; packed lunches available on request. Water comes from the spring. Toilets are basic; shower facilities limited. The hut sits at the junction of several valley and ridge hikes, making it a solid base for 2-3 days of walking. Open year-round but staffing and reliability improve May through September.
Book by phone directly with the hut. Midsummer (July–August) fills weeks ahead, particularly weekends. May, June, and September offer easier access. Winter visits need advance confirmation since caretaking is minimal. Bring cash—card payments aren't guaranteed. The hut has no website, so a phone call is your only reliable option.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact the hut by phone directly; booking at least 4–6 weeks ahead is sensible for summer weekends.
The hut operates year-round as an OeAV refuge, though winter access depends on snow conditions in the Großarltal.
Hike 2 hours from Großarl village (20km south of Salzburg), gaining 700m on a steady forest trail; driving partway up the valley shortens this significantly.
The hut serves hearty Alpine fare and provides around 30 beds in mixed dorms; confirm shower availability when you book.
Yes—the 2-hour approach has no technical climbing, though the 700m elevation gain requires basic fitness.
Location
47.1344, 13.1541
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Quick Facts
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- OeAV
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Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +43 6434 5333
- Website
- https://www.poserhoehe.at/
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