Steinplan Schutzhaus
3.6About
Steinplan Schutzhaus sits at 1670m on a gentle ridge in the Sölk Valley (Sölktal) in Styria. Reach it from Sölk-Bad in roughly 2.5 hours on a well-marked trail that gains 450m steadily through forest and alpine meadow. The hut is also accessible from the Preber area to the south, making it useful for through-routes in this quieter corner of the eastern Austrian Alps.
The hut is managed by Naturfreunde and offers 40 beds in simple rooms. Meals are available daily during opening season—expect solid Austrian fare rather than refined cooking. The facility has running water, basic shower access, and a small common room. Opening times run roughly mid-May through late September, though weather and staffing sometimes shift these dates. The hut works well as a base for day walks across the Sölk Valley ridges or as an overnight stop on longer routes linking the Preber massif to higher peaks further west.
Book directly with the hut by phone or email. July and August weekends fill several weeks ahead, but weekday slots remain available through June and September. The hut is popular with Austrian walking groups, particularly Naturfreunde members, so contact them well in advance for larger parties. Single hikers and small groups can usually find space with shorter notice outside peak season.
The hut is managed by Naturfreunde and offers 40 beds in simple rooms. Meals are available daily during opening season—expect solid Austrian fare rather than refined cooking. The facility has running water, basic shower access, and a small common room. Opening times run roughly mid-May through late September, though weather and staffing sometimes shift these dates. The hut works well as a base for day walks across the Sölk Valley ridges or as an overnight stop on longer routes linking the Preber massif to higher peaks further west.
Book directly with the hut by phone or email. July and August weekends fill several weeks ahead, but weekday slots remain available through June and September. The hut is popular with Austrian walking groups, particularly Naturfreunde members, so contact them well in advance for larger parties. Single hikers and small groups can usually find space with shorter notice outside peak season.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August; other months can often be arranged with 2–4 weeks' notice.
Steinplan Schutzhaus is staffed from June to September, with limited availability in shoulder months—check ahead for exact dates.
Start from Sölk-Bad and follow the marked trail for 2.5 hours, gaining 450m through forest and alpine meadow to reach 1670m.
Daily meals are served during season; the hut has 40 beds in simple rooms and basic facilities typical of a working mountain hut.
Yes—the 2.5-hour approach from Sölk-Bad is steady but not steep, and the Sölk Valley is quieter terrain, making it accessible for competent hill walkers.
Location
47.1632, 14.9043
HutLists Score
3.6
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- Naturfreunde Naturfreunde
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Contact & Booking
- Website
- https://www.naturfreunde-huetten.at/steiermark/steinplan-schutzhaus/
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