Berghaus Schwaben
4.3About
Berghaus Schwaben sits at 1513m in the Allgäu Alps, reached from the village of Oberstaufen. The hut lies on established hiking routes through rolling alpine meadow and mixed forest. Most walkers approach from Oberstaufen (about 2 hours on foot) or via the Hochgrat ridge system. The location works as a base for day hikes across the Allgäu or as a stop on longer routes linking the Appenzell Alps with higher Allgäu peaks.
The hut operates year-round and offers simple accommodation in multi-bed rooms. The kitchen serves regional Bavarian food, including hearty breakfasts and evening meals. Tap water is available. The hut has no electricity or hot showers—bring a headtorch. Space runs tight in summer weekends and during school holidays. The atmosphere suits hikers wanting low-frills shelter, not those seeking comfort.
Book by phone direct with the hut. Weekends in July and August fill quickly; call at least 4 weeks ahead for these periods. Mid-week slots and spring/autumn shoulder seasons have better availability. The hut provides little online information, so confirm what meals are available when you call.
The hut operates year-round and offers simple accommodation in multi-bed rooms. The kitchen serves regional Bavarian food, including hearty breakfasts and evening meals. Tap water is available. The hut has no electricity or hot showers—bring a headtorch. Space runs tight in summer weekends and during school holidays. The atmosphere suits hikers wanting low-frills shelter, not those seeking comfort.
Book by phone direct with the hut. Weekends in July and August fill quickly; call at least 4 weeks ahead for these periods. Mid-week slots and spring/autumn shoulder seasons have better availability. The hut provides little online information, so confirm what meals are available when you call.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact the hut by phone to check availability and book; summer weekends and holidays fill quickly, so aim for at least 2-3 weeks ahead during peak season.
Berghaus Schwaben operates year-round, though staffing levels and services may vary in winter months.
Approach from Oberstaufen village, which takes about 2 hours on foot; the hut also sits on the Hochgrat ridge system for access via established hiking routes.
The hut provides simple multi-bed room accommodation and serves meals; contact them directly for current meal options and room configurations.
Yes—the 2-hour walk from Oberstaufen is moderate terrain, and the hut works well as a base for day hikes across rolling Allgäu meadows and forests.
Location
47.4611, 10.1847
HutLists Score
4.3
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Quick Facts
- Season
- May-Nov: Th-Tu 10:00-16:30
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Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +49 832 438
- Website
- https://www.berghaus-schwaben.de/
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