Moderate
About
Ascher Hütte sits at 2,256m on the Puittal valley floor in the Zillertal Alps, Tyrol. Reach it from the village of Schwendau (near Mayrhofen) by hiking up the Puittal—allow 3.5 to 4 hours for the 900m ascent on a well-marked trail. The approach is steady and manageable, making this a good base for multiday trips in the Zillertal. From the hut you can climb peaks like Großer Löffler (3,379m) or traverse toward the Lapenscharte and beyond.
The hut is managed by DAV Sektion Pfaffenhofen-Asch and operates year-round with 60 beds in 4 to 6-bed rooms. They serve dinners and breakfast using local ingredients, plus packed lunches to order. The hut has a working kitchen, hot showers (for a small fee), and basic drying facilities. Winter access requires avalanche awareness and appropriate gear; check conditions before traveling between November and April.
Book directly with the hut by email or phone—contact details are listed on the DAV website. June through September fills quickly, especially weekends; aim to book at least 4 weeks ahead for peak season. The hut operates reduced hours in shoulder seasons, so confirm opening dates if traveling in May or October.
The hut is managed by DAV Sektion Pfaffenhofen-Asch and operates year-round with 60 beds in 4 to 6-bed rooms. They serve dinners and breakfast using local ingredients, plus packed lunches to order. The hut has a working kitchen, hot showers (for a small fee), and basic drying facilities. Winter access requires avalanche awareness and appropriate gear; check conditions before traveling between November and April.
Book directly with the hut by email or phone—contact details are listed on the DAV website. June through September fills quickly, especially weekends; aim to book at least 4 weeks ahead for peak season. The hut operates reduced hours in shoulder seasons, so confirm opening dates if traveling in May or October.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 3–4 months ahead for July and August; shoulder season (June, September) requires 4–6 weeks' notice. Contact by email or phone to reserve.
The hut is staffed June through September; exact dates depend on snow conditions and staffing, so confirm directly before traveling.
Hike from Schwendau village (near Mayrhofen) up the Puittal—3.5 to 4 hours for 900m elevation gain on a well-marked trail.
The hut serves meals (breakfast and dinner typical); bed count and shower availability depend on current staffing—email or call ahead to confirm what's available for your dates.
Yes—the approach from Schwendau is steady and well-marked, making it accessible for fit hikers new to hut-to-hut travel; it's a solid base for both peak climbs and valley traverses.
Location
47.0657, 10.5048
HutLists Score
3.4
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- DAV DAV Sektion Pfaffenhofen-Asch
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +43 676 6168016
- Website
- https://www.dav-pfaffenhofen.de/huetten/ascher-huette
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