Habsburghaus
1.7
1,785m
Styria, Austria
About
Habsburghaus sits at 1,785m on the Brandkogel massif in southern Styria, north of Bad Gleichenberg. Reach it from the village of Anger by hiking the marked trail through beech forest—allow 2 hours to climb the 650m elevation gain. The hut also connects to longer ridge walks linking toward Sommeralm and the Lassnitztörl pass. Access is straightforward and the approach suits most hill walkers.
The hut is a small, traditional operation with capacity for around 20 guests in basic dormitory rooms. The keeper serves hearty Styrian food and local wine; half-board is standard practice. Water comes from the mountain spring. The hut operates year-round, though snow and ice make winter access difficult—check conditions before visiting. Toilets are outside. Expect simple comfort but reliable hospitality and a genuine working mountain hut rather than a modern facility.
Book directly by phone well ahead, especially for weekends in July and August when the hut fills quickly. The keeper speaks German; call early morning or evening. There is no email contact or online booking system, so phone is essential. Arrive with small change for drinks. The hut is not affiliated with OeAV or DAV, so membership discounts do not apply.
The hut is a small, traditional operation with capacity for around 20 guests in basic dormitory rooms. The keeper serves hearty Styrian food and local wine; half-board is standard practice. Water comes from the mountain spring. The hut operates year-round, though snow and ice make winter access difficult—check conditions before visiting. Toilets are outside. Expect simple comfort but reliable hospitality and a genuine working mountain hut rather than a modern facility.
Book directly by phone well ahead, especially for weekends in July and August when the hut fills quickly. The keeper speaks German; call early morning or evening. There is no email contact or online booking system, so phone is essential. Arrive with small change for drinks. The hut is not affiliated with OeAV or DAV, so membership discounts do not apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
Call ahead to check availability—the hut is small with around 20 beds, so booking a few weeks in advance is sensible for weekends and summer.
Habsburghaus operates seasonally; contact them by phone for exact opening and closing dates.
Hike from Anger village via marked trail through beech forest—2 hours for 650m elevation gain to reach 1,785m.
It's a traditional small hut with basic dormitory beds; expect simple meals and facilities typical of a Styrian mountain hut.
Yes—the 2-hour approach from Anger is straightforward hill walking without exposed terrain, making it accessible for families and hill walkers of average fitness.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- OeAV
- Season
- –
- Total
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +43 2665 219
- Website
- https://habsburghaus.co.at/