Solsteinhaus
2.9About
Solsteinhaus sits at 1,828m on the Solstein massif above Ötztal, accessed from Sölden. The main approach takes 2 hours from the Gaislachkogl lift station, or 3.5 hours on foot from Sölden village. The trail climbs steadily through alpine meadow and scree with good cairn marking. Winter access is rarely possible—the hut operates only May through October.
The hut accommodates 40 people across mixed dormitories and a few double rooms. Meals focus on hearty Austrian fare; half-board is standard. There's no electricity supply, so lighting and heating run on gas. Water comes from a mountain spring. The hut sits on a hiking junction, making it useful for day trips across the Solstein ridge or as a base for traverses toward Imst and the Ötztal circuit.
Book 4–6 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. Contact the OeAV Sektion Innsbruck directly by phone or email. Solo hikers and weekday visits are easier to accommodate. The hut fills quickly during school holidays and good weather windows, so don't rely on walk-in availability in peak season. Arrival by mid-afternoon is standard practice.
The hut accommodates 40 people across mixed dormitories and a few double rooms. Meals focus on hearty Austrian fare; half-board is standard. There's no electricity supply, so lighting and heating run on gas. Water comes from a mountain spring. The hut sits on a hiking junction, making it useful for day trips across the Solstein ridge or as a base for traverses toward Imst and the Ötztal circuit.
Book 4–6 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. Contact the OeAV Sektion Innsbruck directly by phone or email. Solo hikers and weekday visits are easier to accommodate. The hut fills quickly during school holidays and good weather windows, so don't rely on walk-in availability in peak season. Arrival by mid-afternoon is standard practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead, especially for July and August weekends. Contact them by email or phone directly.
Solsteinhaus is staffed from May through October only; winter access is rarely possible.
Start from the Gaislachkogl lift station (2 hours) or hike 3.5 hours on foot from Sölden village; the route climbs through alpine meadow and scree with good cairn marking.
Half-board is standard, featuring hearty Austrian fare; the hut has mixed dormitories and a few double rooms for 40 people total.
Yes—the 2–3.5 hour approach is moderate and well-marked, though the 1,828m elevation and scree sections require basic fitness and experience.
Location
47.3081, 11.2882
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- OeAV Österreichischer Alpenverein, Sektion Innsbruck
Facilities
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Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +43 5232 81557
- Website
- https://solsteinhaus.at/
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