Ludwig-Plötz-Haus
1.8
1,182m
Tyrol, Austria
About
Ludwig-Plötz-Haus sits at 1,182m in the Berchtesgaden Alps, accessed via the Wimbach valley near Ruhpolding in Upper Bavaria. The hut is a 3-hour walk from Ruhpolding village, following the Wimbach stream upvalley through mixed forest. Most parties start early from the village car park and arrive by early afternoon. The approach is straightforward on established paths, suitable for hikers carrying overnight packs.
The hut is a simple mountain shelter run by DAV Sektion Alpenland. It sleeps around 30 people in dormitory rooms. Bring your own food and cooking fuel—this is a self-catering refuge with no restaurant service. Drinking water is available on-site. The hut operates year-round but conditions in winter require mountain experience; spring and autumn see the steadiest use. Summer weekends and holidays fill quickly. Cell reception is unreliable.
Book through DAV Sektion Alpenland directly. Contact details and current availability are on the DAV website. Book at least 4 weeks ahead for summer weekends and July/August. The hut suits hikers doing multi-day traverses of the Berchtesgaden massif or climbers based in the Wimbach valley. Access to surrounding peaks like Hochkalter (2,607m) makes this a useful base for 2-3 day mountain trips in the region.
The hut is a simple mountain shelter run by DAV Sektion Alpenland. It sleeps around 30 people in dormitory rooms. Bring your own food and cooking fuel—this is a self-catering refuge with no restaurant service. Drinking water is available on-site. The hut operates year-round but conditions in winter require mountain experience; spring and autumn see the steadiest use. Summer weekends and holidays fill quickly. Cell reception is unreliable.
Book through DAV Sektion Alpenland directly. Contact details and current availability are on the DAV website. Book at least 4 weeks ahead for summer weekends and July/August. The hut suits hikers doing multi-day traverses of the Berchtesgaden massif or climbers based in the Wimbach valley. Access to surrounding peaks like Hochkalter (2,607m) makes this a useful base for 2-3 day mountain trips in the region.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact DAV Sektion Alpenland at least 4–6 weeks ahead, especially for weekends and summer months.
The hut is typically open May to October, though confirm current dates with the DAV section before your trip.
Start from Ruhpolding village car park and hike 3 hours up the Wimbach valley on marked paths to 1,182m.
The hut provides drinking water and basic mountain shelter accommodation; bring a sleeping bag and be prepared for simple conditions.
Yes, the 3-hour approach from Ruhpolding is steady and well-marked, making it ideal for hikers new to overnight Alpine trips.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- DAV
- Season
- –
- Total
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- Website
- https://www.sektion-alpenland.de/