Reiterhütte
3.7About
Reiterhütte sits at 1,470m in the Tennengebirge, a limestone range south of Salzburg that rarely gets crowded. You can reach it from the village of Annaberg-Lungötz in around 2.5 hours on a clear trail that climbs steadily through mixed forest. The hut also connects to the Lammertal valley routes, making it a natural stop on longer traverses through the range. The location works well for day walks into the surrounding peaks and limestone terrain.
The hut is small and traditional, with space for around 40 guests in simple rooms. Half-board is standard—good Austrian food at dinner and a decent breakfast. The kitchen can handle vegetarian meals if you request them when booking. Showers and toilets are available. The hut operates year-round but is quietest in autumn and winter. Summer weekends, especially July and August, fill up regularly. The OeAV (Austrian Alpine Club) manages the hut, and staff are straightforward about conditions and local routes.
Book directly with the hut by phone or email at least 4 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. Outside peak season, 2 weeks is usually enough. The hut prefers advance notice for groups. Bring cash—while they accept card payments, it's not always reliable in this location. The nearest town with supplies is Annaberg-Lungötz, so arrive with what you need or plan accordingly.
The hut is small and traditional, with space for around 40 guests in simple rooms. Half-board is standard—good Austrian food at dinner and a decent breakfast. The kitchen can handle vegetarian meals if you request them when booking. Showers and toilets are available. The hut operates year-round but is quietest in autumn and winter. Summer weekends, especially July and August, fill up regularly. The OeAV (Austrian Alpine Club) manages the hut, and staff are straightforward about conditions and local routes.
Book directly with the hut by phone or email at least 4 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. Outside peak season, 2 weeks is usually enough. The hut prefers advance notice for groups. Bring cash—while they accept card payments, it's not always reliable in this location. The nearest town with supplies is Annaberg-Lungötz, so arrive with what you need or plan accordingly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for peak season (July–August); weekends fill faster than weekdays.
Reiterhütte is typically open June to October, staffed daily during summer months.
Start from Annaberg-Lungötz village and follow the marked trail uphill through forest; the hike takes about 2.5 hours.
Expect simple traditional fare (soups, schnitzel, local cheeses), basic dormitory beds, and an outhouse or basic toilet; no shower.
Yes—the approach is steady and well-marked with no scrambling, and the hut's quiet location in limestone terrain makes it ideal for leisurely hiking rather than technical mountaineering.
Location
47.2420, 13.1266
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- OeAV
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- Website
- https://www.gasteinertal.com/reiterhuette/
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