About
The Rabl-Kreuz-Hütte sits at 2,416m in the Sölk Valley, a quiet corner of the Styrian Alps east of Schladming. Reach it from the valley by hiking 2.5 hours from the village of Sölk-Alm, following marked trails through alpine meadow and larch forest. Most hikers approach via the Sölk Valley trail system, which connects to the Dachstein massif to the north. The hut serves as a base for ridge walks and peak bagging in the Sölk Alps—scrambles to Sölkhorn (2,510m) and other 2,400–2,600m summits take 3–5 hours from the hut.
The hut is run by the Austrian Alpine Club (OeAV) and offers 50–60 beds in mixed and family rooms. Half-board meals are available; the kitchen handles dietary requirements if notified in advance. Hot showers cost extra. The hut operates year-round but runs at minimal capacity November to March. Summer is busy mid-July through August. Winter access requires mountain skills and avalanche awareness—the approach becomes technical after heavy snow.
Book direct with the hut 3–4 months ahead for July and August weekends. Contact details are available through the OeAV website. July and August fill quickly; consider June or September for reliable availability and better snow conditions on high routes. Winter ascents are possible but demand prior experience.
The hut is run by the Austrian Alpine Club (OeAV) and offers 50–60 beds in mixed and family rooms. Half-board meals are available; the kitchen handles dietary requirements if notified in advance. Hot showers cost extra. The hut operates year-round but runs at minimal capacity November to March. Summer is busy mid-July through August. Winter access requires mountain skills and avalanche awareness—the approach becomes technical after heavy snow.
Book direct with the hut 3–4 months ahead for July and August weekends. Contact details are available through the OeAV website. July and August fill quickly; consider June or September for reliable availability and better snow conditions on high routes. Winter ascents are possible but demand prior experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August; other months can usually be arranged with 2–4 weeks' notice.
The hut is staffed from mid-June to mid-October, depending on weather and snow conditions.
Hike 2.5 hours from Sölk-Alm village on marked trails through alpine meadow and larch forest to reach the hut at 2,416m.
The hut serves hearty dinners and breakfast; beds are in shared dorms with blankets provided, and there's a basic washroom with cold water.
Yes—the approach is a straightforward 2.5-hour hike with minimal exposure, making it accessible for fit families and hikers new to Alpine huts.
Location
47.5051, 15.8720
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2.5
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- OeAV
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- Website
- http://www.rablkreuz-hochwechsel.at
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