Burgeralm
3.7About
The Burgeralm sits at 1,260m in the Zillertal valley south of Mayrhofen in Tyrol. Most hikers reach it in 1.5 to 2 hours from the village of Mayrhofen, following the Zillertal walking trail that runs through mixed forest and pasture. The hut is also accessible from Finkenberg and serves as a rest point on longer valley traverses.
The Burgeralm is a working alpine dairy farm that also welcomes hikers. The hut offers simple accommodation in small rooms and a popular restaurant serving regional Tyrolean food and dairy products from the farm itself. Capacity is modest—around 30 beds—so it fills quickly on weekends and during school holidays. The kitchen produces fresh butter, cheese, and yogurt that feature on the menu. Facilities include basic dormitory-style rooms and a warm dining space. The hut operates year-round but services are reduced in winter; confirm opening times before visiting outside the main summer season (June to September).
Book directly by phone or email at least one week ahead for weekends, and earlier if visiting during Austrian school holidays in July or August. The hut fills from midday onwards on fair-weather weekends, so arrive early or book a bed. Day visitors are welcome throughout the day for meals.
The Burgeralm is a working alpine dairy farm that also welcomes hikers. The hut offers simple accommodation in small rooms and a popular restaurant serving regional Tyrolean food and dairy products from the farm itself. Capacity is modest—around 30 beds—so it fills quickly on weekends and during school holidays. The kitchen produces fresh butter, cheese, and yogurt that feature on the menu. Facilities include basic dormitory-style rooms and a warm dining space. The hut operates year-round but services are reduced in winter; confirm opening times before visiting outside the main summer season (June to September).
Book directly by phone or email at least one week ahead for weekends, and earlier if visiting during Austrian school holidays in July or August. The hut fills from midday onwards on fair-weather weekends, so arrive early or book a bed. Day visitors are welcome throughout the day for meals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for summer weekends; weekdays can often be arranged with shorter notice.
Open year-round as a working dairy farm, but best visited June to October when the restaurant is fully staffed and hiking conditions are optimal.
From Mayrhofen village, follow the Zillertal walking trail through forest and pasture for 1.5 to 2 hours; also accessible from Finkenberg.
The restaurant serves regional Tyrolean food; accommodation is in small rooms with basic amenities—no hot showers, but water and toilet facilities are available.
Yes, the 1.5–2 hour approach from Mayrhofen is gentle and well-marked, making it ideal for families and hikers new to the Alps.
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47.4249, 12.6117
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