Sarsteinhütte

Sarsteinhütte sits at 1620m on the northern flank of the Tennengebirge, above the village of Annaberg in the Lammertal valley south of Salzburg. Reach it in 2.5 hours from Annaberg on a well-marked trail that climbs through mixed forest, then opens onto alpine pasture. The hut is also accessible from the Rofan side via longer routes through the Lammertal, making it a logical waypoint on multi-day traverses of this lesser-known limestone range. Allow 3–4 hours from trailheads further south.
The hut offers 50 beds across simple dormitories and a few double rooms. The kitchen serves hearty Austrian fare at lunch and dinner; order meals in advance during quieter periods. Sarsteinhütte operates year-round, though conditions above 1600m can be serious in winter. Water comes from a spring; mobile signal is weak to absent. The hut is managed by the Austrian Alpine Club (OeAV) and maintains the character of a traditional working hut rather than a tourist facility.
Book directly by phone or email in peak season (July–August and weekends year-round). The hut rarely fills completely outside summer months, so walk-in visits are usually possible. Avoid mid-July to early August if you prefer quiet; aim for June or September for reliable weather and fewer crowds. Winter visits require strong mountain skills and stable snow conditions.