Ederhütte
2.5
Tyrol, Austria
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Ederhütte sits at 2,238m on the eastern flank of the Zillertal, accessed from the village of Mayrhofen. The standard approach takes 3 hours from Mayrhofen town center via the Zillergrund valley—follow the path south from Mayrhofen, then bear east toward the Zillergrund parking area. The final 1.5 hours climbs steadily through larch forest and alpine meadow. Alternative approaches exist from Ahornbahn cable car top station (2 hours) or from surrounding peaks like Hochfeiler (4-5 hours from the hut).
The hut offers 90 bed spaces in dormitory and private rooms. The OeAV-affiliated operator runs a full kitchen serving dinner, breakfast, and packed lunches. Water comes from mountain springs. The toilet and shower facilities are basic but functional. The hut remains open from mid-June through mid-September. Winter access is ski-touring only. The location works well as a base for day walks across the Zillertal ridge system or as a stopping point on longer traverses toward Pfitsch valley or the Hochfeiler massif.
Book accommodation directly with the hut from April onward. July and August weekends fill 6-8 weeks ahead. Contact them by telephone or email through the OeAV directory. The hut operates a simple first-come, first-served system for walk-ins outside peak season, though this is unreliable. Mayrhofen has shops and a train station if you need to restock supplies before heading up.
The hut offers 90 bed spaces in dormitory and private rooms. The OeAV-affiliated operator runs a full kitchen serving dinner, breakfast, and packed lunches. Water comes from mountain springs. The toilet and shower facilities are basic but functional. The hut remains open from mid-June through mid-September. Winter access is ski-touring only. The location works well as a base for day walks across the Zillertal ridge system or as a stopping point on longer traverses toward Pfitsch valley or the Hochfeiler massif.
Book accommodation directly with the hut from April onward. July and August weekends fill 6-8 weeks ahead. Contact them by telephone or email through the OeAV directory. The hut operates a simple first-come, first-served system for walk-ins outside peak season, though this is unreliable. Mayrhofen has shops and a train station if you need to restock supplies before heading up.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2-3 months ahead for July and August; earlier bookings fill quickly in peak season.
Ederhütte is staffed from June to September, with variable shoulder-season opening depending on snow conditions.
From Mayrhofen town center, take 3 hours via the Zillergrund valley path heading south then east; alternatively, 2 hours from Ahornbahn cable car top station.
Expect basic dorm beds, a small dining room with hot meals, and a water source; shower facilities are typically limited or unavailable at this altitude.
Yes—the main route from Mayrhofen is well-marked and non-technical, though 3 hours uphill at altitude requires decent fitness; families with older children handle it easily.
Location
47.3271, 12.7304
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