Riedlalm
3.7About
Riedlalm sits at 1,370m in the Hochkönig massif, southeast of Dienten am Pass in the Salzburg Alps. The hut is accessible via a 2-hour walk from Dienten village, gaining 500m on a well-marked trail through mixed forest and alpine pasture. Summer hikers use it as a base for traversing the Hochkönig ridge or dropping south to the Saalbach valley. Winter access is possible but requires avalanche awareness and fitness.
The hut is managed by the Austrian Alpine Club (OeAV) and offers basic mountain hospitality. It has capacity for around 30 guests in simple dormitory rooms. Meals focus on hearty alpine fare—expect Kasnocken, Bauernkrapfen, and good vegetable soups. There is no hot shower, but washing facilities are available. The hut operates year-round, though staffing is reduced in shoulder seasons. Bring a headtorch; there is limited electric light. Toilet facilities are functional but basic.
Book directly with the hut for July and August stays, especially weekends. Email or phone ahead 2–3 weeks in advance during summer. The hut fills quickly on Saturdays and during school holidays. Winter visits require advance notice and confirmation of staff presence. Payment is cash or bank transfer; there is no card machine on site.
The hut is managed by the Austrian Alpine Club (OeAV) and offers basic mountain hospitality. It has capacity for around 30 guests in simple dormitory rooms. Meals focus on hearty alpine fare—expect Kasnocken, Bauernkrapfen, and good vegetable soups. There is no hot shower, but washing facilities are available. The hut operates year-round, though staffing is reduced in shoulder seasons. Bring a headtorch; there is limited electric light. Toilet facilities are functional but basic.
Book directly with the hut for July and August stays, especially weekends. Email or phone ahead 2–3 weeks in advance during summer. The hut fills quickly on Saturdays and during school holidays. Winter visits require advance notice and confirmation of staff presence. Payment is cash or bank transfer; there is no card machine on site.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August; shoulder seasons (June, September) need less notice. Contact the hut directly by phone or email to check availability and confirm rates.
Riedlalm is staffed from June to October for summer hiking; winter access is possible but the hut may not be staffed, so check ahead.
Start from Dienten am Pass village and follow the marked trail for 2 hours, climbing 500m through forest and pasture to reach the hut at 1,370m.
The hut offers simple mountain fare—expect hearty soups, schnitzel, and regional cheese dishes—plus dorm beds and basic private rooms; bring a sleeping bag liner.
Yes, the 2-hour approach from Dienten is manageable for fit children aged 10+; it's an ideal base for family day hikes on the Hochkönig ridge.
Location
47.2012, 13.0799
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