Mugelschutzhaus
3.6About
Mugelschutzhaus sits at 1626m on the Mugel, a limestone peak in Styria's accessible backcountry. Reach it in 2.5 hours from Stübming via the marked trail through beech forest. The approach is steady but manageable—no technical climbing required. The hut serves hikers working the ridge trails between the Ennstaler and Sölktal valleys.
The OeTK-managed hut offers 40 beds split across dormitories and a handful of double rooms. The kitchen provides hot meals in the evenings and packed lunches on request. Water comes from a spring. There is no WiFi—expect actual quiet. The hut operates year-round but see fewer visitors from November through March. Facilities include basic showers and composting toilets. This is genuine mountain shelter, not a resort.
Book directly by phone (+43 3684 22 07) or email well ahead for July and August weekends. May through October sees steady traffic from ridge walkers and families. Winter is quieter but confirm opening before you travel. The hut sits on multiple trail networks, so plan multi-day circuits through the region rather than treating it as a standalone stop.
The OeTK-managed hut offers 40 beds split across dormitories and a handful of double rooms. The kitchen provides hot meals in the evenings and packed lunches on request. Water comes from a spring. There is no WiFi—expect actual quiet. The hut operates year-round but see fewer visitors from November through March. Facilities include basic showers and composting toilets. This is genuine mountain shelter, not a resort.
Book directly by phone (+43 3684 22 07) or email well ahead for July and August weekends. May through October sees steady traffic from ridge walkers and families. Winter is quieter but confirm opening before you travel. The hut sits on multiple trail networks, so plan multi-day circuits through the region rather than treating it as a standalone stop.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead for July and August; contact the hut by email or phone directly.
The hut is staffed seasonally; confirm exact dates with the hut before planning your trip.
Start from Stübming and follow the marked trail through beech forest for 2.5 hours; the route is steady with no technical climbing.
40 beds in dormitories and double rooms; hot evening meals and packed lunches on request.
Yes—the approach is manageable for anyone with basic fitness, and the hut serves as a base for ridge hiking between the Ennstaler and Sölktal valleys.
Location
47.3587, 15.1881
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- OeTK Österreichischer Touristenklub
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +43 3842 82614
- Website
- http://www.mugelschutzhaus.at
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