Mahdtalhaus
4.1About
Mahdtalhaus sits at 1,050m in the Mahd Valley (Mahdtal) in Vorarlberg's northern limestone ranges. The hut serves as a base for ridge walking and rock climbing on the surrounding peaks. Access is straightforward: drive to the trailhead near Dornbirn and hike 2–3 hours upvalley. The approach follows the creek and gains elevation gradually through mixed forest before opening to pasture near the hut.
The DAV Sektion Stuttgart operates this 30-bed hut year-round. It offers simple dormitory accommodation with good ventilation, showers, and a kitchen for self-catering guests. The hut keeper serves meals on request, typically hearty Austrian fare. Mobile reception is patchy here, and there is no WiFi—bring a paper map and compass. The hut works well for winter mountaineering, scrambling, and multi-pitch climbing on local sandstone walls.
Book directly by phone with the hut keeper several weeks ahead, especially for weekends and July–August. Winter reservations are less competitive but confirm avalanche conditions before departure. Drop-in stays are possible outside peak season. The hut closes briefly in November for maintenance. Pay cash on arrival or arrange a bank transfer when you call.
The DAV Sektion Stuttgart operates this 30-bed hut year-round. It offers simple dormitory accommodation with good ventilation, showers, and a kitchen for self-catering guests. The hut keeper serves meals on request, typically hearty Austrian fare. Mobile reception is patchy here, and there is no WiFi—bring a paper map and compass. The hut works well for winter mountaineering, scrambling, and multi-pitch climbing on local sandstone walls.
Book directly by phone with the hut keeper several weeks ahead, especially for weekends and July–August. Winter reservations are less competitive but confirm avalanche conditions before departure. Drop-in stays are possible outside peak season. The hut closes briefly in November for maintenance. Pay cash on arrival or arrange a bank transfer when you call.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact the hut directly by phone to check availability and book—popular weekends and summer months fill quickly, so aim for at least 4–8 weeks ahead.
Mahdtalhaus operates year-round, though staffing levels vary by season; confirm opening hours before visiting in winter.
Drive to the trailhead near Dornbirn, then hike 2–3 hours upvalley following the creek through forest and pasture to reach the hut at 1,050m.
The hut offers simple dormitory beds, meals, and showers; there is no WiFi.
Yes—the 2–3 hour approach is straightforward and suitable for families with basic fitness, making it a good entry point for ridge walking and climbing in the region.
Location
47.3666, 10.1759
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- Managing club
- DAV DAV Sektion Stuttgart
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Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +4355176423
- Website
- https://www.alpenverein-stuttgart.de/index.php?id=259
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