Winnebachseehütte
4.1About
Winnebachseehütte sits at 2,362m in the Zillertal Alps, above the Zemmgrund valley in Tyrol. Reach it from Mayrhofen via the Zemmtal road to Trennersee. The final approach is a steep hiking trail gaining roughly 600m in 2.5 hours. The lake views and access to the surrounding 3,000m+ peaks make this a solid base for multi-day ridge traverses or glacier approaches in this region.
The DAV Sektion Hof manages the hut with 37 beds across mixed dorms. Showers are available—a rarity at this elevation. The kitchen serves standard alpine meals: hearty dinners, packed lunches, and breakfast. The hut opens late May through September, making it accessible during the main season. This is a working base rather than a destination in itself; most visitors use it to climb peaks in the Zemmgroup or traverse toward the Zillertal Höhenweg.
Book directly with DAV Sektion Hof by phone, especially for July and August weekends when beds fill weeks ahead. Shoulder season (June, early September) offers more flexibility. The steep approach keeps casual visitors away, so weekday availability is usually better than weekends even in peak season.
The DAV Sektion Hof manages the hut with 37 beds across mixed dorms. Showers are available—a rarity at this elevation. The kitchen serves standard alpine meals: hearty dinners, packed lunches, and breakfast. The hut opens late May through September, making it accessible during the main season. This is a working base rather than a destination in itself; most visitors use it to climb peaks in the Zemmgroup or traverse toward the Zillertal Höhenweg.
Book directly with DAV Sektion Hof by phone, especially for July and August weekends when beds fill weeks ahead. Shoulder season (June, early September) offers more flexibility. The steep approach keeps casual visitors away, so weekday availability is usually better than weekends even in peak season.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 4–6 months ahead for July and August; call the hut directly or contact DAV Sektion Hof for availability and reservations.
The hut is typically staffed from June to September, though confirm exact dates with the operator before planning your trip.
Drive from Mayrhofen up the Zemmtal road to Trennersee, then hike the steep trail for 2.5 hours, gaining roughly 600m to reach the hut at 2,362m.
The hut offers 37 beds in mixed dorms and has showers—uncommon at this elevation—plus standard meals and drinks.
No; the final 2.5-hour approach is steep and gains significant elevation, and the hut is primarily a base for ridge traverses and glacier work in the Zillertal Alps.
Location
47.0876, 11.0544
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- DAV DAV Sektion Hof
- Total
- 37
Facilities
Showers
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Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +43 5253 5197
- Website
- https://www.winnebachseehuette.com/
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