Breitfußalm
2.5
Tyrol, Austria
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Breitfußalm sits at 1,869m on the western flank of the Zillertal, a major valley hiking corridor in central Tyrol. Reach it from the village of Mayrhofen by hiking 2.5 hours up the Zemmbach stream valley on a well-marked trail. The hut is an acclimatization base for longer traverses into the Zillertaler Alpen and works well as a rest day stop on valley-to-valley routes. The approach is steady but not steep, gaining 750m elevation.
The OeAV-managed hut has 40 beds across private and dormitory rooms. Meals feature hearty Tyrolean food: schnitzel, spätzle, stews cooked from local ingredients. A small shop stocks drinks, snacks, and basic supplies. Water comes from the spring above the hut. The hut runs mid-June through late September, closing during snowmelt in May and spring weather unpredictability. WiFi and phone signal are patchy. Cold showers only; plan accordingly.
Book 3–4 months ahead for July and August weekends. Contact the hut directly by phone (Austrian number) or email through their OeAV listing. Weekend crowds peak Saturday afternoons, so aim for mid-week arrivals or early-season visits in June. Mayrhofen has a train station with regular connections to Jenbach and Innsbruck, making this hut accessible without a car.
The OeAV-managed hut has 40 beds across private and dormitory rooms. Meals feature hearty Tyrolean food: schnitzel, spätzle, stews cooked from local ingredients. A small shop stocks drinks, snacks, and basic supplies. Water comes from the spring above the hut. The hut runs mid-June through late September, closing during snowmelt in May and spring weather unpredictability. WiFi and phone signal are patchy. Cold showers only; plan accordingly.
Book 3–4 months ahead for July and August weekends. Contact the hut directly by phone (Austrian number) or email through their OeAV listing. Weekend crowds peak Saturday afternoons, so aim for mid-week arrivals or early-season visits in June. Mayrhofen has a train station with regular connections to Jenbach and Innsbruck, making this hut accessible without a car.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August; 4–6 weeks for shoulder season (June, September).
Breitfußalm is staffed from late May to late October.
Hike 2.5 hours from Mayrhofen village up the Zemmbach stream valley on a marked trail, gaining 750m elevation at a steady gradient.
The OeAV-managed hut offers 40 beds in private and dormitory rooms, with dinner and breakfast included in most bookings.
Yes—the steady 2.5-hour approach and moderate 750m gain make it accessible for families with hiking experience, and it's an ideal rest-day base for multi-day valley routes.
Location
47.3563, 12.5758
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