Gippelhütte
3.6About
Gippelhütte sits at 1499m in the Hochschwab massif, eastern Styria. Reach it from Vordernberg via the Gippel valley—a straightforward 2-hour hike on marked trails. The hut works equally well as a base for day walks in the limestone plateau or a stop on longer ridge routes through the region.
The hut has room for 40 guests across simple dormitories and a few private rooms. Meals are prepared daily, with half-board and full-board options available. There's no WiFi—bring a book or enjoy the quiet. The hut stays open year-round, though it's most useful in the hiking season (May to October). Staff can advise on current conditions for scrambles and snow routes.
Book directly by phone. Summer weekends fill weeks ahead, particularly July and August. Winter bookings are more flexible but confirm before heading out, as staffing varies. The hut accepts cash and card payments.
The hut has room for 40 guests across simple dormitories and a few private rooms. Meals are prepared daily, with half-board and full-board options available. There's no WiFi—bring a book or enjoy the quiet. The hut stays open year-round, though it's most useful in the hiking season (May to October). Staff can advise on current conditions for scrambles and snow routes.
Book directly by phone. Summer weekends fill weeks ahead, particularly July and August. Winter bookings are more flexible but confirm before heading out, as staffing varies. The hut accepts cash and card payments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Call the hut directly to check availability and make a reservation; booking at least 4–8 weeks ahead is wise for weekends and peak season (July–August).
The hut is staffed year-round, though it's most reliably open for hikers from May to October.
Start from Vordernberg and hike up the Gippel valley on marked trails; the walk takes about 2 hours to reach the hut at 1499m.
The hut has 40 beds in dormitories and a few private rooms, with daily meals available under half-board or full-board options.
Yes—the 2-hour approach from Vordernberg is straightforward on marked trails, and the hut works well as a base for day walks on the Hochschwab plateau.
Location
47.7945, 15.5881
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- Phone
- +43 664 2120061
- Website
- http://www.staegyd.at/Gippelhuette_1500_m_Seehoehe
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