Rodlhütte Pertisau
4.4About
The Rodlhütte sits at 1120m in the Karwendel range above Pertisau in the Ötztal, a straightforward 1.5 hours uphill from the village. Start from Pertisau, follow the marked trail past the Plödern Alm, and you'll reach the hut on a well-maintained path suitable for fit walkers. The location puts you on the main hiking routes through the northern Karwendel, close enough to valley services but far enough to feel properly in the mountains.
The hut is managed by the Austrian Alpine Club (ÖAV) and runs as a simple mountain inn. It has capacity for around 50 guests in basic dormitory and double rooms. Meals are straightforward—expect hearty Tyrolean food cooked fresh, with a decent beer on tap. Showers and toilets are basic but functional. The hut stays open year-round, though staffing is reduced in winter and you should confirm availability before planning a winter visit. The Rodlhütte functions more as a working mountain restaurant and walkers' hut than a climbing base, so expect a mix of day-trippers and overnight hikers.
Book direct by phone or through the ÖAV website. July and August weekends fill fast; if you're planning then, ring at least 4 weeks ahead. Shoulder seasons (May–June, September–October) are quieter. The hut is popular with families doing easy Karwendel traverses, so weekends and school holidays see heavy traffic even outside summer.
The hut is managed by the Austrian Alpine Club (ÖAV) and runs as a simple mountain inn. It has capacity for around 50 guests in basic dormitory and double rooms. Meals are straightforward—expect hearty Tyrolean food cooked fresh, with a decent beer on tap. Showers and toilets are basic but functional. The hut stays open year-round, though staffing is reduced in winter and you should confirm availability before planning a winter visit. The Rodlhütte functions more as a working mountain restaurant and walkers' hut than a climbing base, so expect a mix of day-trippers and overnight hikers.
Book direct by phone or through the ÖAV website. July and August weekends fill fast; if you're planning then, ring at least 4 weeks ahead. Shoulder seasons (May–June, September–October) are quieter. The hut is popular with families doing easy Karwendel traverses, so weekends and school holidays see heavy traffic even outside summer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for peak season (July–August); the hut is popular but not as heavily booked as higher alpine huts.
The hut is open year-round but staffed most reliably from May to October; check ahead for winter weekends.
Start from Pertisau village and follow the marked trail via Plödern Alm; the hut is 1.5 hours uphill on a well-maintained path.
Expect hot meals, drinks, and basic dormitory beds; shower facilities are available but may be basic—this is a working mountain hut, not a hotel.
Yes, the 1.5-hour approach is achievable for fit hikers with basic mountain experience, making it a good entry point to the Karwendel.
Location
47.4332, 11.6941
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- OeAV
- Season
- Mo-Fr 10:00-17:00
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- Website
- http://www.sportwoell.at/HTML/06_Rodeln.html
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