About
Welser Hütte sits at 2,356m in the Radstädter Tauern range southeast of Salzburg. Reach it from the Radstatt valley via the Untertauern Pass trail, a 4–5 hour hike gaining 1,200m. Most hikers approach from Untertauern village (960m), following the valley path then switchbacks through alpine meadow to the hut. The route is straightforward but relentless. In winter and early spring, snow makes the approach unreliable; the hut typically closes November through May. Alternative access from the Lungau side exists but takes longer.
The hut is a small working mountain shelter run by OeAV (Austrian Alpine Club). It has 30 beds in simple shared rooms. Meals are hearty Austrian fare; the kitchen serves dinner, breakfast, and packed lunches if you order ahead. Water comes from mountain springs. There's no electricity, so the hut relies on gas and wood heating—it gets cold once the sun drops. Toilets are basic. The hut works as a waypoint on longer ridge traverses toward Mosermandl and Weißsee rather than as a destination in itself.
Book directly by email or phone as soon as your dates are set. July and August fill 6–8 weeks ahead. June and September are quieter but still require booking 3–4 weeks prior. The hut answers calls irregularly, so email is more reliable. Confirm whether packed lunches are available for your onward hike. Bring a sleeping bag liner—the bedding is minimal.
The hut is a small working mountain shelter run by OeAV (Austrian Alpine Club). It has 30 beds in simple shared rooms. Meals are hearty Austrian fare; the kitchen serves dinner, breakfast, and packed lunches if you order ahead. Water comes from mountain springs. There's no electricity, so the hut relies on gas and wood heating—it gets cold once the sun drops. Toilets are basic. The hut works as a waypoint on longer ridge traverses toward Mosermandl and Weißsee rather than as a destination in itself.
Book directly by email or phone as soon as your dates are set. July and August fill 6–8 weeks ahead. June and September are quieter but still require booking 3–4 weeks prior. The hut answers calls irregularly, so email is more reliable. Confirm whether packed lunches are available for your onward hike. Bring a sleeping bag liner—the bedding is minimal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead, especially for July and August; contact the hut directly by email or phone to check availability and confirm rates.
The hut is staffed June through October; it closes November through May due to snow and winter conditions.
Hike from Untertauern village (960m) via the Untertauern Pass trail, gaining 1,200m over 4–5 hours through switchbacks and alpine meadow to reach the hut at 2,356m.
The hut provides bed spaces and cooked meals; bring your own sleeping bag and book meals when you reserve to ensure availability.
The route is straightforward but relentless with significant elevation gain; it suits hikers with solid fitness and mountain experience, not beginners new to altitude.
Location
47.6533, 13.4310
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- OeAV
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +43 6137 21710
- Website
- https://youhey.at/
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