About
The Winkelmayer-Hütte sits at 1,889m on the Stubalpe in the Seetaler Alpen, Styria. Reach it from Pöls-Öbring (1,100m) via the village of Pöls up a hiking trail that takes 3.5 hours. The approach is steady rather than steep. From the hut, you can continue west along the ridge towards higher peaks or loop back down to the valley. The location gives access to the Seetaler Alpen's quieter eastern ridges, away from the busier Zillertal routes.
The hut is managed by the Austrian Alpine Club (OeAV) and takes 30 people. It offers dormitory beds and some private rooms. Meals include a standard dinner menu, hearty breakfasts, and packed lunches for the next day. There is no shower facility, but you'll have running water and basic washing. The kitchen produces straightforward mountain food. The hut operates year-round but staffing and services are reduced in winter—contact ahead if visiting November to March.
Book directly with the hut for summer weekends and July. Email or phone at least 4 weeks ahead for peak season. Solo hikers can usually find space with shorter notice. The hut fills quickly on Austrian public holidays and during school holidays. Winter bookings often open by October for the following season.
The hut is managed by the Austrian Alpine Club (OeAV) and takes 30 people. It offers dormitory beds and some private rooms. Meals include a standard dinner menu, hearty breakfasts, and packed lunches for the next day. There is no shower facility, but you'll have running water and basic washing. The kitchen produces straightforward mountain food. The hut operates year-round but staffing and services are reduced in winter—contact ahead if visiting November to March.
Book directly with the hut for summer weekends and July. Email or phone at least 4 weeks ahead for peak season. Solo hikers can usually find space with shorter notice. The hut fills quickly on Austrian public holidays and during school holidays. Winter bookings often open by October for the following season.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August; earlier dates and shoulder season (June, September) need only 4–6 weeks' notice.
The hut is staffed from June to September; check ahead for exact dates as staffing varies by year.
Hike from Pöls-Öbring (1,100m) via the village of Pöls; the trail is steady and takes 3.5 hours to reach the hut at 1,889m.
Full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner) is standard; beds are in shared dormitory-style rooms with blankets and pillows provided.
Yes—the approach from Pöls is a steady, non-technical hike, and the hut sits on quieter eastern ridges with flexible day-hike options of varying difficulty.
Location
47.5049, 15.5216
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Quick Facts
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- OeAV
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Contact & Booking
- Website
- https://www.winkelmayerhof.at/wir-bieten-an-...-offer/unsere-alm-chalet/
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