Heinrich-Hueter-Hut
2.0Heinrich-Hueter-Hütte
1,776m
Vorarlberg, Austria
About
The Heinrich-Hueter-Hut sits at 1776m in the Vorarlberg Alps, serving hikers crossing the Appenzell Alps between Säntis and the Alpstein massif. Reach it from the north via Appenzell village (1.5 hours from the hut), or from the south via the Sitter Valley. The approach from Säntis takes 3 hours. All routes are hiking paths on good terrain with no technical difficulty.
The hut holds 80 beds across mixed dormitories and a few private rooms. The OeAV-affiliated keeper serves substantial dinners and solid breakfasts. The hut has a bar, drying room, and basic washroom facilities. Camping is not permitted. The hut operates year-round, though opening hours vary in winter—confirm before traveling off-season. Mobile signal is weak; plan accordingly.
Book directly by phone or email at least 2 weeks ahead during June to September. July and August fill quickly, particularly weekends; aim for 4–6 weeks' notice then. The hut sits on a well-known hiking circuit, so weekends draw steady traffic. Winter visits require advance confirmation that the keeper is present.
The hut holds 80 beds across mixed dormitories and a few private rooms. The OeAV-affiliated keeper serves substantial dinners and solid breakfasts. The hut has a bar, drying room, and basic washroom facilities. Camping is not permitted. The hut operates year-round, though opening hours vary in winter—confirm before traveling off-season. Mobile signal is weak; plan accordingly.
Book directly by phone or email at least 2 weeks ahead during June to September. July and August fill quickly, particularly weekends; aim for 4–6 weeks' notice then. The hut sits on a well-known hiking circuit, so weekends draw steady traffic. Winter visits require advance confirmation that the keeper is present.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 months ahead for July and August; email or phone the keeper directly to secure beds.
The hut is staffed from June through September; check exact dates with the keeper before planning your trip.
From Appenzell village in the north (1.5 hours), from the Sitter Valley in the south, or from Säntis (3 hours); all routes follow well-marked hiking paths with no technical climbing.
The keeper serves substantial dinners; the hut has mixed dormitories and a few private rooms with 80 beds total, plus basic washing facilities typical of Alpine huts.
Yes—all approach routes use good hiking terrain with no technical difficulty, making it ideal for hiking groups and families new to hut-to-hut trips.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- OeAV
- Season
- –
- Total
- 80
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +43 5556 76570
- Website
- https://hueterhuette.at/