Schützingalm
3.7About
Schützingalm sits at 1655m on the Pinzgauer Grasberge, east of Zell am See. Reach it from Zell am See town in 2.5 hours via the Schmittenöhe road or from Schüttdorf in 1.5 hours. The approach is steady rather than steep, making it accessible for day-hikers and families. From here you can traverse the Grasberge ridge toward Wildseeloder or drop into the Saalach valley.
The hut is a simple mountain inn run year-round, offering 30 beds in basic rooms. Meals centre on traditional Austrian mountain food: Kasnocken, Erdäpfelpuffer, and solid meat dishes. Breakfast is available; packed lunches can be ordered. The hut sits above the tree line with unobstructed views across the Zell am See basin and toward the Hohe Tauern. Water comes from a spring; facilities are straightforward but clean. Summer sees heavy use on weekends, winter visits are quieter.
Book direct by phone or email at least two weeks ahead for weekends in July and August. Schützingalm is popular with walkers doing the Grasberge circuit, so Friday-Sunday slots fill quickly during peak season. Winter weekends also book out. The hut offers good value compared to larger commercial huts near Zell am See.
The hut is a simple mountain inn run year-round, offering 30 beds in basic rooms. Meals centre on traditional Austrian mountain food: Kasnocken, Erdäpfelpuffer, and solid meat dishes. Breakfast is available; packed lunches can be ordered. The hut sits above the tree line with unobstructed views across the Zell am See basin and toward the Hohe Tauern. Water comes from a spring; facilities are straightforward but clean. Summer sees heavy use on weekends, winter visits are quieter.
Book direct by phone or email at least two weeks ahead for weekends in July and August. Schützingalm is popular with walkers doing the Grasberge circuit, so Friday-Sunday slots fill quickly during peak season. Winter weekends also book out. The hut offers good value compared to larger commercial huts near Zell am See.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August; the hut is smaller and fills quickly during peak season.
Open year-round, though conditions above 1600m can be severe in winter; best visited June to October.
Hike 2.5 hours from Zell am See via the Schmittenöhe road, or 1.5 hours from Schüttdorf; the approach is steady and not steep.
30 beds in basic rooms; traditional Austrian mountain cooking and a simple inn setup—no fancy amenities, but solid accommodation and food.
Yes—the steady, non-steep approach and location on the Grasberge make it ideal for families and day-hikers with basic fitness.
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47.3588, 12.8569
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