Sonnenalm
2.5
Salzburg, Austria
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Sonnenalm sits at 1,680m on the Postalm plateau, a high meadow country east of Salzburg. Reach it from Anzenbach village (20km south of Salzburg) via a well-marked trail through mixed forest—2.5 hours on foot. Mountain bikers approach from the same trailhead in 45 minutes. The hut lies on the main east-west route across Postalm, making it a logical stop for multi-day ridge walks toward the Hochkönig massif or loops back toward the Tennengebirge.
The hut is family-run and modest. It offers 40 beds in mixed dorms and private rooms, with a small restaurant serving Austrian mountain food—Kaiserschmarrn, Erdäpfelpuffer, schnitzel. Water is plentiful. The hut operates year-round but caters mainly to summer hikers and winter ski-tourers. Expect a working farm atmosphere rather than polished Alpine hotel service. The building itself dates from the 1970s and has simple but clean facilities. Winter access depends on snow and avalanche conditions; confirm ahead if coming between November and March.
Book directly with the hut by phone or online at their website—aim for at least 2 weeks ahead in July and August. Mid-week slots fill less quickly. The hut is a solid refueling point rather than a destination in itself, so plan your multi-day route accordingly.
The hut is family-run and modest. It offers 40 beds in mixed dorms and private rooms, with a small restaurant serving Austrian mountain food—Kaiserschmarrn, Erdäpfelpuffer, schnitzel. Water is plentiful. The hut operates year-round but caters mainly to summer hikers and winter ski-tourers. Expect a working farm atmosphere rather than polished Alpine hotel service. The building itself dates from the 1970s and has simple but clean facilities. Winter access depends on snow and avalanche conditions; confirm ahead if coming between November and March.
Book directly with the hut by phone or online at their website—aim for at least 2 weeks ahead in July and August. Mid-week slots fill less quickly. The hut is a solid refueling point rather than a destination in itself, so plan your multi-day route accordingly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August; earlier dates and shoulder season (June, September) need less notice.
Sonnenalm is staffed from late May to late October, with limited opening in shoulder months—call ahead for May and October dates.
Start from Anzenbach village (20km south of Salzburg) and follow the well-marked trail through mixed forest for 2.5 hours on foot, or 45 minutes by mountain bike.
The family-run hut serves hot meals and drinks; expect basic alpine hut conditions with 40 beds and shared facilities typical of modest plateau huts.
Yes—the 2.5-hour approach is moderate terrain, the hut sits on gentle Postalm plateau meadows, and it works well as a base or mid-route stop for families and less experienced hikers.
Location
47.4121, 13.5936
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