Fiderepasshütte
4.1About
Fiderepasshütte sits at 2067m on the Fiderenpass between Vorarlberg and Bavaria. Reach it from the Schröcken valley in 2.5 hours from the valley floor via the Fiderenalpe. The approach crosses open alpine terrain with steady elevation gain. From Oberstdorf on the German side, allow 3 hours from Gerstruben. Either route is straightforward and well-marked. The hut works as a through-point on longer ridge traverses or as a base for day walks across the Appenzell Alps.
The DAV-managed hut has 80 beds in mixed dormitories. Half-board is standard; the kitchen serves simple, solid food. Showers are available, a rarity at this elevation. There's no WiFi. The hut operates year-round, though winter access depends on snow conditions and requires avalanche awareness. Managed by DAV Sektion Oberstdorf, it attracts both day-trippers and overnight guests on structured hiking routes.
Book by phone directly with the hut. Summer weekends fill quickly, particularly July and August—call at least 4 weeks ahead. Easter and Pentecost weekends are also busy. Winter visitors should confirm access conditions before heading up. The hut can advise on weather stability and snow coverage for your planned dates.
The DAV-managed hut has 80 beds in mixed dormitories. Half-board is standard; the kitchen serves simple, solid food. Showers are available, a rarity at this elevation. There's no WiFi. The hut operates year-round, though winter access depends on snow conditions and requires avalanche awareness. Managed by DAV Sektion Oberstdorf, it attracts both day-trippers and overnight guests on structured hiking routes.
Book by phone directly with the hut. Summer weekends fill quickly, particularly July and August—call at least 4 weeks ahead. Easter and Pentecost weekends are also busy. Winter visitors should confirm access conditions before heading up. The hut can advise on weather stability and snow coverage for your planned dates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Call ahead to reserve, especially for weekends and July–August; the hut has 80 beds so availability varies by season.
Open June to October; confirm current staffing dates when you call, as Alpine huts adjust for weather.
From Schröcken valley: 2.5 hours via Fiderenalpe on a well-marked trail; from Gerstruben (Germany): 3 hours. Both routes cross open alpine terrain with steady elevation gain.
Showers are available; the hut serves meals and has 80 beds, but no WiFi.
Yes, both approach routes are straightforward and well-marked with manageable grades, though the elevation gain and altitude require basic fitness.
Location
47.3156, 10.2124
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- DAV DAV Sektion Oberstdorf
Facilities
Showers
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Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +43 664 3203676
- Website
- http://www.fiderepasshuette.de
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