Preber-Halterhütte
2.9About
The Preber-Halterhütte sits at 1,862m on the Preber massif in the Salzburg Alps, between the Lungau and Pinzgau valleys. Reach it from Unternberg in the Lungau via the Schönfeld-Alm, a steady 2.5-hour ascent through mixed terrain. The hut also connects to routes from the Radstädter Tauern Pass and forms part of longer ridge traverses across the Preber group. Most hikers approach from the Lungau side, which is the more direct option.
The OeAV-managed hut sleeps around 40 people in mixed dormitories and a few private rooms. Meals are simple and filling—expect hearty soups, schnitzel, and cheese plates. The hut serves breakfast and dinner daily during the open season. Water comes from the mountain spring. The toilet facilities are basic but clean. The hut opens from June through September, with full service from mid-July through August. Outside these dates, contact ahead to confirm availability.
Book 4–6 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. The hut fills quickly on clear weekends and during the school holidays. Contact the hut directly by phone or through the OeAV website. Walk-ups can usually find a bed on weekdays in shoulder season, but don't count on it. There's no public transport close to the trailhead, so you'll need your own transport to Unternberg.
The OeAV-managed hut sleeps around 40 people in mixed dormitories and a few private rooms. Meals are simple and filling—expect hearty soups, schnitzel, and cheese plates. The hut serves breakfast and dinner daily during the open season. Water comes from the mountain spring. The toilet facilities are basic but clean. The hut opens from June through September, with full service from mid-July through August. Outside these dates, contact ahead to confirm availability.
Book 4–6 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. The hut fills quickly on clear weekends and during the school holidays. Contact the hut directly by phone or through the OeAV website. Walk-ups can usually find a bed on weekdays in shoulder season, but don't count on it. There's no public transport close to the trailhead, so you'll need your own transport to Unternberg.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August; shoulder seasons (June, September) need less notice.
The hut is staffed from late May to late September.
Start from Unternberg in the Lungau and hike via Schönfeld-Alm; the ascent takes 2.5 hours and gains around 700m.
Expect simple dormitory beds, basic meals (dinner and breakfast), and a small bar; hot showers are available.
Yes—the approach from Unternberg is steady and well-marked, making it accessible for fit families and hikers new to Alpine huts.
Location
47.1996, 13.8635
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- OeAV
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Contact & Booking
- Website
- https://www.lungau.at/de/erleben/sommer/wandern/almhuetten/preber-halterhuette/
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