Alpenrosenhütte
4.2About
Alpenrosenhütte sits at 1,540m in the Zillertal valley, accessible via the village of Mayrhofen in Tyrol. Reach the hut by hiking 2.5 hours from Mayrhofen, following marked trails through mixed forest and alpine meadow. The route gains 600m elevation and works well as a base for day walks into the Zillertal's ridges and cirques.
The DAV-managed hut offers 80 beds across mixed dormitories and a few double rooms. Meals focus on hearty Tyrolean fare—expect kaiserschmarrn, cheese dumplings, and straightforward vegetable dishes. The kitchen caters to hikers' appetites without pretension. Showers and toilets are clean and functional. There's no WiFi. The hut opens year-round but operates at reduced capacity November to March; confirm availability for winter visits. Staff speak German and basic English.
Book direct by phone well ahead for July and August—summer weekends fill 2–3 months out. June, September, and October offer better availability. Winter bookings need 1–2 weeks' notice. Half-board (bed plus dinner and breakfast) is standard; pay cash or card at checkout. The hut sits on a working mountain pasture, so expect cows nearby in summer and early autumn.
The DAV-managed hut offers 80 beds across mixed dormitories and a few double rooms. Meals focus on hearty Tyrolean fare—expect kaiserschmarrn, cheese dumplings, and straightforward vegetable dishes. The kitchen caters to hikers' appetites without pretension. Showers and toilets are clean and functional. There's no WiFi. The hut opens year-round but operates at reduced capacity November to March; confirm availability for winter visits. Staff speak German and basic English.
Book direct by phone well ahead for July and August—summer weekends fill 2–3 months out. June, September, and October offer better availability. Winter bookings need 1–2 weeks' notice. Half-board (bed plus dinner and breakfast) is standard; pay cash or card at checkout. The hut sits on a working mountain pasture, so expect cows nearby in summer and early autumn.
Frequently Asked Questions
Call ahead to check availability, especially for weekends and July-August; the hut has 80 beds so walk-ins are often possible outside peak season.
Contact the hut directly by phone for exact opening and closing dates, as staffing varies seasonally.
Hike 2.5 hours from Mayrhofen village, gaining 600m elevation via marked trails through forest and alpine meadow.
80 beds in dormitories and a few double rooms; meals are hearty Tyrolean dishes like kaiserschmarrn and cheese dumplings.
Yes—the 2.5-hour approach from a valley village is moderate, and the hut works well as a base for day walks rather than technical climbing.
Location
47.4200, 12.2377
HutLists Score
4.2
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- DAV DAV
Facilities
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Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +4353346488
- Website
- https://www.alpenrosenhuette.at
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