Admonter Haus
3.4About
The Admonter Haus sits at 1,725 m on the Grabnertorl, a saddle between the Mittagskogel and the Admonter Warte on the eastern edge of the Haller Mauern — the jagged limestone chain that forms the north-western rim of the Ennstal Alps, above Admont in Styria. It is the highest-situated hut in the wider Gesause/Ennstal Alpen area. Owned by the Austrian Alpine Club's Sektion Admont-Gesause, the house was built in 1894-95 and is reached only on foot: there is no supply road and no cable car, which has helped preserve its unspoilt character.
The hut sleeps 32 in three dormitories (8, 10 and 14 places); there are no private rooms and no self-service winter room. It is staffed from mid-May to early November, with occasional, weather-dependent opening in winter (late December to late March) for which overnight stays must be arranged in advance. The kitchen serves warm meals built on regional produce, with a distinctive Nepalese influence from its Sherpa staff. The Admonter Haus is a natural base for the surrounding summits, including the Admonter Warte (1,804 m), Grabnerstein (1,847 m) and Natterriegel (2,065 m).
The hut sleeps 32 in three dormitories (8, 10 and 14 places); there are no private rooms and no self-service winter room. It is staffed from mid-May to early November, with occasional, weather-dependent opening in winter (late December to late March) for which overnight stays must be arranged in advance. The kitchen serves warm meals built on regional produce, with a distinctive Nepalese influence from its Sherpa staff. The Admonter Haus is a natural base for the surrounding summits, including the Admonter Warte (1,804 m), Grabnerstein (1,847 m) and Natterriegel (2,065 m).
Access Routes
From Buchauer Sattel
2h
Moderate
A marked mountain trail with roughly 850 m of ascent from the Buchauer Sattel car park on the B117 — the most-used approach, with the highest trailhead.
From Admont / Hall (Grabneralm)
3h
Moderate
A longer valley-floor start from Admont or Hall bei Admont, climbing via the Grabneralm — roughly 1,100 m of ascent.
From Oberlaussa
2h
Moderate
A north-side approach from the Upper Austrian valley of Oberlaussa.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact the hut directly by phone on +43 664 9203679 or email [email protected]. Reservations are recommended, and free cancellation is available up to two days before arrival; note any dietary needs when booking.
It is staffed from mid-May to early November. In winter (late December to late March) it opens only occasionally depending on conditions, and winter overnight stays must be arranged in advance — there is no self-service winter room.
The hut is reached only on foot — there is no road or cable car. The most popular start is the Buchauer Sattel car park (about 2 hours 45 minutes); other trailheads are Admont/Hall, Oberlaussa and the Polzalm.
The approaches are marked mountain trails of moderate difficulty (roughly 850-1,100 m of ascent over 2.5-3 hours), suitable for reasonably fit hikers with sure footing. They are not technical, but the higher surrounding peaks require more experience.
The hut serves warm meals using regional produce, with a notable Nepalese/Sherpa influence. It is a staffed hut with dormitory sleeping for 32, not a self-catering refuge.
Location
47.6318, 14.4914
HutLists Score
3.4
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- ÖAV Sektion Admont-Gesause
- Season
- May – November
- Dormitory places
- 32
- Min hiking time
- 2.5h
- Nearest trailhead
- Buchauer Sattel
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +43 664 9203679
- Website
- https://www.admonterhaus.at
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