Schwarzenberghütte
5.0About
Schwarzenberghütte sits at 1380m in the Allgäu Alps, on the edge of the Eistobel ravine near Isny im Allgäu. The hut is a 90-minute walk from the trailhead at Beuren or roughly 2 hours from Isny. Most hikers approach via the Eistobel gorge, which offers steep sections and scrambling—bring a helmet if you're uncomfortable with exposure. The setting is forested and intimate rather than high-altitude; this hut serves as a base for exploring the quieter western Bavarian ranges.
The DAV Sektion Illertissen manages this small, traditional hut. Capacity is around 20 beds across simple rooms. The hut serves hot meals and drinks, though the kitchen is basic. Expect traditional Bavarian fare rather than fine dining. There's no WiFi. The hut typically opens Easter through October, closing during heavy snow or maintenance. Outside these dates, call ahead to confirm. Water comes from a spring; toilets are functional but not luxurious.
Book by phone directly with the hut. Summer weekends fill quickly, especially in July and August—aim to reserve 2-3 weeks ahead for weekend stays. The Eistobel gorge hike is popular with families on school holidays, so weekday visits offer more peace. DAV members get priority booking and often discounted rates. The hut's phone number and exact opening dates are listed on the DAV website under Sektion Illertissen.
The DAV Sektion Illertissen manages this small, traditional hut. Capacity is around 20 beds across simple rooms. The hut serves hot meals and drinks, though the kitchen is basic. Expect traditional Bavarian fare rather than fine dining. There's no WiFi. The hut typically opens Easter through October, closing during heavy snow or maintenance. Outside these dates, call ahead to confirm. Water comes from a spring; toilets are functional but not luxurious.
Book by phone directly with the hut. Summer weekends fill quickly, especially in July and August—aim to reserve 2-3 weeks ahead for weekend stays. The Eistobel gorge hike is popular with families on school holidays, so weekday visits offer more peace. DAV members get priority booking and often discounted rates. The hut's phone number and exact opening dates are listed on the DAV website under Sektion Illertissen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact the hut by phone directly; booking well ahead is recommended for weekends and summer months, though this quieter hut is less crowded than high-altitude destinations.
The hut is typically open year-round or late spring through autumn—confirm current opening dates by calling ahead.
Approach via the Eistobel gorge from Isny im Allgäu (roughly 2 hours) or from Beuren trailhead (90 minutes); the route has steep sections and scrambling, so bring a helmet if you're uncomfortable with exposure.
The hut serves meals and provides basic lodging; there is no WiFi, so plan to disconnect.
The exposed scrambling in the Eistobel gorge approach makes it better suited to families with hiking experience and confidence on steep terrain rather than beginners.
Location
47.4292, 10.4069
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- DAV DAV Sektion Illertissen
- Season
- Dec 25-Oct 31 open
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +49 160 3864848
- Website
- https://www.dav-illertissen.de/Schwarzenberghuette
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