Reithütte
2.5
Salzburg, Austria
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The Reithütte sits at 1,931m in the Tennengebirge massif, roughly 90 minutes' walk above Annaberg in the Salzburg Alps. Start from Annaberg village and follow the marked trail through beech forest—the path is steady and well-maintained. Most hikers approach via the Reiterkogel route. The hut serves as a logical base for ridge walks across the northern limestone plateaus and connects to the Hochkönig massif trails, making it a practical stop for multi-day traverses of this region.
The hut has 35 beds split across small dormitories. Half-board is standard—dinner and breakfast included with bed nights. The Austrian Alpine Club (OeAV) maintains the hut. Hot showers are available. The kitchen produces solid mountain food, nothing fancy. The hut typically opens from May through October, though this can shift with snow conditions. Winter access is possible but uncommon; check ahead. Staff speak German and basic English.
Book direct with the hut for May through September, especially for weekends and the July-August school holidays. Reithütte receives steady weekend traffic from the Salzburg region. Groups should contact 4-6 weeks ahead. The hut is quietest on weekdays in shoulder seasons (May-June and September). October weekends fill fast before the autumn closure. Mobile reception is weak—email or phone calls work better than text messages for confirmations.
The hut has 35 beds split across small dormitories. Half-board is standard—dinner and breakfast included with bed nights. The Austrian Alpine Club (OeAV) maintains the hut. Hot showers are available. The kitchen produces solid mountain food, nothing fancy. The hut typically opens from May through October, though this can shift with snow conditions. Winter access is possible but uncommon; check ahead. Staff speak German and basic English.
Book direct with the hut for May through September, especially for weekends and the July-August school holidays. Reithütte receives steady weekend traffic from the Salzburg region. Groups should contact 4-6 weeks ahead. The hut is quietest on weekdays in shoulder seasons (May-June and September). October weekends fill fast before the autumn closure. Mobile reception is weak—email or phone calls work better than text messages for confirmations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 4–6 months in advance for July and August; shoulder months (June, September) need 2–3 months' notice.
Reithütte is staffed from mid-June to late September.
Start from Annaberg village and follow the marked Reiterkogel trail through beech forest; allow 90 minutes to reach the hut at 1,931m.
The hut serves hot meals and provides 35 beds in shared dorms; bring a sleep sack or rent one on site.
Yes—the route from Annaberg is well-marked and steady with no exposed scrambling, making it accessible for fit families and intermediate hikers.
Location
47.6724, 13.3206
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