Gasthaus Rührer

3.9
Styria, Austria Write a review

About

Gasthaus Rührer sits at 1,180m in the Hohe Tauern foothills of Styria, serving as a base for day walks and through-hikes across the region. The hut is accessible by car, making it practical for hikers who want to start early or finish late. Multiple trails branch from the hut, connecting to nearby peaks and alpine meadows. The walk from Sölden or nearby villages takes 1.5 to 2 hours depending on the route.
The gasthaus offers 30 beds across simple rooms with shared or private facilities. The kitchen serves hearty Austrian fare, including substantial breakfasts and packed lunches on request. Half-board rates are standard. Open year-round, the hut functions as both a hiking base and a local watering hole, so expect a mix of alpinists and regional visitors. The atmosphere is unpretentious and genuinely Alpine rather than touristy.
Book by phone directly with the hut, especially for weekends and the July-August peak season. A week's notice is typically sufficient for smaller groups. The hut fills quickly during school holidays and when nearby multi-day routes are popular. Arrive by late afternoon to secure dinner. The hut accepts cash and card payments.

Frequently Asked Questions

Call ahead to reserve, especially for weekends and summer months; as a valley gasthaus it's less critical than high-altitude huts, but 2–4 weeks is sensible for July and August.
Open year-round as a gasthaus; busiest from June to October for hiking.
Drive to the hut or walk 1.5 to 2 hours on foot from Sölden or nearby villages; the hut sits at 1,180m in the Hohe Tauern foothills.
The gasthaus serves meals and offers 30 beds in simple rooms with shared or private facilities; expect standard valley-hut comfort rather than alpine spartan.
Yes—the low elevation, road access, and day-walk trails make it ideal for families and less experienced hikers who want a comfortable base.

Location

47.5041, 15.3215

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This hut takes bookings direct, so beds go to whoever asks first. Tell us your dates and we'll email you when it's time to reserve — with the hut's contact details.

We can't watch this hut's availability — it books direct. Give us your arrival date and we'll email you when it's time to get in touch, with the hut's phone and email.

Independent of the hut and its alpine club. We never book or hold beds — the reminder just tells you when to get in touch, with the hut's own contact details.

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Year-round

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Contact & Booking

Phone
+43 3862 32732
Website
https://www.bruendlweg.at/index.php/einkehrn/ruehrerhof

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