Salzburger Hut
2.0Salzburger Hütte
1,860m
Tyrol, Austria
About
Salzburger Hütte sits at 1860m in the Zillertal Alps, a straightforward base for day hikes and ridge traverses in the Ziller Valley. Reach it from Mayrhofen in 2.5 hours via the Zillertal trail, or from Finkenberg in 3 hours ascending steadily through larch forest. The hut works as an overnight stop on longer routes linking the Zillertal to neighboring valleys.
The hut holds 20 beds in simple shared rooms. Meals focus on hearty mountain food: expect schnitzel, kasnocken, and soups. A small bar serves drinks. Water comes from the mountain spring. Opening dates vary by season—confirm before heading up. The hut is managed privately; standards are basic but clean. Cell reception is weak; bring a paper map.
Contact the hut directly by phone before traveling. Peak season (July–August) fills quickly; book at least 4 weeks ahead. June and September offer quieter conditions. The hut closes most of November and April. Half-board rates are standard. Arrive by early afternoon to secure a meal slot.
The hut holds 20 beds in simple shared rooms. Meals focus on hearty mountain food: expect schnitzel, kasnocken, and soups. A small bar serves drinks. Water comes from the mountain spring. Opening dates vary by season—confirm before heading up. The hut is managed privately; standards are basic but clean. Cell reception is weak; bring a paper map.
Contact the hut directly by phone before traveling. Peak season (July–August) fills quickly; book at least 4 weeks ahead. June and September offer quieter conditions. The hut closes most of November and April. Half-board rates are standard. Arrive by early afternoon to secure a meal slot.
Frequently Asked Questions
Call ahead as soon as you know your dates—the hut has only 20 beds, so peak season (July–August) fills quickly.
The hut operates June through October; check directly by phone for exact staffing dates.
From Mayrhofen, it's a 2.5-hour hike via the Zillertal trail; from Finkenberg, allow 3 hours ascending through larch forest.
You get a bed in a shared room and hearty meals (schnitzel, kasnocken, soups), plus a small bar.
Yes—the approach hikes are steady rather than technical, and it works well as a one-night stop or base for day hikes in the Zillertal.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- OeAV
- Season
- –
- Total
- 20
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +43 6549 7349
- Website
- https://www.salzburger-huette.at/de/huette/