About
Voit'l Hut sits at 1,531m on the Zwölferhorn, a 2,004m peak in the Salzburg Alps south of Lofer. Reach the hut in 2.5 hours from Lofer village by hiking the marked trail via Loferer Alm. The approach is steady rather than steep. Most hikers use this as a base for summiting the Zwölferhorn itself, a straightforward 30-minute scramble from the hut with good views across the limestone ridges toward the Leoganger Steinberge.
The hut is run by the Austrian Alpine Club (OeAV) and offers 40 beds across dormitory rooms. Full meals are available, including a decent evening menu and a proper breakfast. The kitchen provides packed lunches on request. Running water and basic washrooms are standard. The hut opens mid-May through mid-October. Winter closure is firm, so plan accordingly.
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August weekends. Contact them by email or phone directly. The hut staff speak German and basic English. Outside peak season, booking a week in advance usually works. Friday and Saturday nights are busiest. Arrive early if you want supper—the kitchen stops serving around 19:30. Cash payment is standard, though card payment is sometimes possible; confirm when booking.
The hut is run by the Austrian Alpine Club (OeAV) and offers 40 beds across dormitory rooms. Full meals are available, including a decent evening menu and a proper breakfast. The kitchen provides packed lunches on request. Running water and basic washrooms are standard. The hut opens mid-May through mid-October. Winter closure is firm, so plan accordingly.
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August weekends. Contact them by email or phone directly. The hut staff speak German and basic English. Outside peak season, booking a week in advance usually works. Friday and Saturday nights are busiest. Arrive early if you want supper—the kitchen stops serving around 19:30. Cash payment is standard, though card payment is sometimes possible; confirm when booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead for July and August; email or call ahead, especially for weekends. Contact: email or phone (details on the hut's website).
Open June to October; staffed daily during peak season, though hours may vary in shoulder months—confirm before visiting.
Start in Lofer village and follow the marked trail via Loferer Alm; reach the hut in 2.5 hours via a steady (not steep) approach.
The hut serves meals and provides 40 beds; confirm whether showers are available when you book.
Yes—the 2.5-hour approach is steady and straightforward, and the 30-minute summit scramble to Zwölferhorn (2,004m) is straightforward with good views.
Location
47.7436, 13.3515
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2.5
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- OeAV
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +43 664 4150850
- Website
- https://voitl-huette.at/
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