Wintertalerhütte
2.5
Salzburg, Austria
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Wintertalerhütte sits at 1,536m in the Berchtesgaden Alps, roughly 15km south of Salzburg city. The standard approach is from Anif village: take the footpath up Wintertal valley for 2.5 hours to reach the hut. The route gains 700m steadily through forested terrain, becoming steeper near the hut. In summer, a rough mountain road can be driven partway up, reducing the walk to 1.5 hours. This is a popular base for day hikes in the surrounding area, particularly the traverse to Café Wald and the ridge routes northeast towards the Göll massif.
The hut is managed by the Austrian Alpine Club (OeAV) and operates year-round, with restricted winter services from November to April. It sleeps roughly 50 people across dormitory and double rooms. Half-board (dinner and breakfast) is standard. The kitchen produces decent food; bring cash as card payment is unreliable. Toilets are basic but clean. There's no shower. Mobile signal is poor but WiFi works inconsistently. The hut is family-friendly and sits in quieter terrain than the crowded Tennengebirge to the north.
Book directly with the hut by phone or email—online booking isn't available. Contact details are on the OeAV website. July and August fill quickly; aim to book 4-6 weeks ahead. Weekends throughout summer are busy. The hut quiets considerably in June and September, when conditions are still reliable.
The hut is managed by the Austrian Alpine Club (OeAV) and operates year-round, with restricted winter services from November to April. It sleeps roughly 50 people across dormitory and double rooms. Half-board (dinner and breakfast) is standard. The kitchen produces decent food; bring cash as card payment is unreliable. Toilets are basic but clean. There's no shower. Mobile signal is poor but WiFi works inconsistently. The hut is family-friendly and sits in quieter terrain than the crowded Tennengebirge to the north.
Book directly with the hut by phone or email—online booking isn't available. Contact details are on the OeAV website. July and August fill quickly; aim to book 4-6 weeks ahead. Weekends throughout summer are busy. The hut quiets considerably in June and September, when conditions are still reliable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August; shoulder seasons (June, September) need less notice.
Wintertalerhütte is staffed from June to September; it may open weekends in May and October depending on weather.
Start from Anif village and hike 2.5 hours up Wintertal valley (700m gain); in summer you can drive partway and reduce it to 1.5 hours on foot.
The hut serves hot meals and drinks; expect basic dormitory beds and an outdoor toilet or simple washing facilities typical of mountain huts at this elevation.
Yes, the gradual forest route and lower elevation (1,536m) make it accessible for families with basic fitness; the driving option in summer helps younger children.
Location
46.9433, 13.9857
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