Eppzirler Alm
4.2About
The Eppzirler Alm sits at 1,455m on the northern slopes of the Ötztal in Tyrol. Drive to Ötztal-Bahnhof or park at the trailhead near Längenfeld. The hut is a 90-minute walk from the valley floor via a steady, well-marked path through Alpine pasture. The route gains 400m elevation and is straightforward in summer conditions. Access by mountain bike is possible on the lower section.
This working Alpine dairy farm doubles as a simple hut run by the Eppzirler family. They serve substantial traditional food—fresh dairy products, bread, and hearty main dishes—but operate on a loose schedule dictated by farm work and weather. Capacity is limited to around 20 people. There's no accommodation; this is a day-hut only. Water and toilet facilities are basic but reliable. The farm runs year-round, though winter access requires good snow conditions and experience. The setting makes a natural base for exploring higher ridges and connecting hikes deeper into the Ötztal region.
Book ahead by phone to confirm opening hours, especially in shoulder seasons. July and August can be busy with passing hikers. If you're planning to visit in winter or during heavy rain, call first to check conditions. The hut's agricultural schedule occasionally disrupts visitor services, so flexibility helps. Payment is cash only. The remote location and family-run nature mean formal booking systems don't apply here—a direct conversation about your planned visit is the right approach.
This working Alpine dairy farm doubles as a simple hut run by the Eppzirler family. They serve substantial traditional food—fresh dairy products, bread, and hearty main dishes—but operate on a loose schedule dictated by farm work and weather. Capacity is limited to around 20 people. There's no accommodation; this is a day-hut only. Water and toilet facilities are basic but reliable. The farm runs year-round, though winter access requires good snow conditions and experience. The setting makes a natural base for exploring higher ridges and connecting hikes deeper into the Ötztal region.
Book ahead by phone to confirm opening hours, especially in shoulder seasons. July and August can be busy with passing hikers. If you're planning to visit in winter or during heavy rain, call first to check conditions. The hut's agricultural schedule occasionally disrupts visitor services, so flexibility helps. Payment is cash only. The remote location and family-run nature mean formal booking systems don't apply here—a direct conversation about your planned visit is the right approach.
Frequently Asked Questions
Call ahead, especially for weekends and summer months—the hut is small and run by the family who manage the dairy farm.
Open year-round as a working dairy farm, but best visited June to October when conditions are reliable and the hut is most actively hosting guests.
Park near Längenfeld or take the train to Ötztal-Bahnhof, then hike 90 minutes via a well-marked path that gains 400m through Alpine pasture—straightforward in summer.
The hut serves substantial traditional Tyrolean food; basic dormitory beds are available, and facilities are simple but adequate for a working farm operation.
Yes—the 90-minute approach is gentle and well-marked, making it ideal for families and hikers new to Alpine huts; mountain bikes work on the lower section too.
Location
47.3310, 11.2672
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Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +436649379033
- Website
- https://www.eppzirleralm.at/
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