Furtschaglhaus
4.1About
Furtschaglhaus sits at 2,295m in the Zillertal Alps, reached via the Zemmtal valley south of Mayrhofen. The standard approach takes 3 hours from Breitlahner (1,500m), following the Zemmbach stream on a well-marked path with steady elevation gain. You can also approach from the Zemmtal's upper car park, cutting the walk to 2 hours. The hut serves as a base for traversing this remote corner of the Alps or climbing the surrounding peaks—Hochfeiler and Wilder Freiger lie within day-trip range.
DAV Sektion Berlin manages the hut, which operates year-round except for maintenance closures in autumn and spring. The hut has 80 beds split between dorms and smaller rooms. Meals are substantial: half-board is standard, though you can order à la carte. Showers are available (small fee). The kitchen supplies hot drinks throughout the day. Winter access requires mountaineering skills and equipment; the hut sits in an avalanche-prone valley.
Book 4–6 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. Outside summer, availability is reliable but confirm conditions—the hut closes during transitions. Contact them directly by phone (preferred for quick confirmation) or email. Notify them of your arrival time and whether you need half-board or bed-only. If you're part of DAV or a reciprocal club (SAC, CAI), membership discounts apply; mention this when booking.
DAV Sektion Berlin manages the hut, which operates year-round except for maintenance closures in autumn and spring. The hut has 80 beds split between dorms and smaller rooms. Meals are substantial: half-board is standard, though you can order à la carte. Showers are available (small fee). The kitchen supplies hot drinks throughout the day. Winter access requires mountaineering skills and equipment; the hut sits in an avalanche-prone valley.
Book 4–6 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. Outside summer, availability is reliable but confirm conditions—the hut closes during transitions. Contact them directly by phone (preferred for quick confirmation) or email. Notify them of your arrival time and whether you need half-board or bed-only. If you're part of DAV or a reciprocal club (SAC, CAI), membership discounts apply; mention this when booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August; email or call ahead for other seasons.
The hut is staffed from June to September, though check with the warden for exact opening and closing dates.
From Breitlahner car park (1,500m) it's a 3-hour hike following the Zemmbach stream; from the upper Zemmtal car park it's 2 hours.
The hut serves meals and has showers available—useful after a long approach or day on the peaks.
Not ideal for beginners; the 3-hour approach with 800m elevation gain and remote location suit experienced hikers.
Location
47.0010, 11.7474
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- DAV DAV Sektion Berlin
Facilities
Showers
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +43 6818 4218751
- Website
- https://www.furtschaglhaus.com/
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