Untere Ochsenalpe
2.6
Allgaeu Alps, Germany
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Untere Ochsenalpe sits at 1,576m in the Allgäu Alps, a two-hour walk from Oberstdorf via the Trettach valley. The approach is steady and straightforward, climbing through meadow and light forest to reach the hut. Summer hikers use it as a base for traversing the Allgäu ridges or connecting to other huts in the range. The location works equally well as a stopping point on longer routes through the Bavarian Alps.
The hut operates year-round and offers around 40 beds split between dormitory and smaller rooms. The kitchen serves hot meals at lunch and dinner, with vegetarian options standard. You'll find basic shower facilities and a simple refuge atmosphere—this is working mountain country, not a polished destination. There's no WiFi, so expect genuine disconnection. The hut keeper runs a small dairy operation on the property, which shapes the character of the place. Beer and soft drinks are available.
Book directly by email or phone at least four weeks ahead for July and August weekends. July and August weekends fill quickly, especially among German hikers. Outside peak season, you can usually find space with a few days' notice. Contact the hut directly to confirm opening dates in shoulder months.
The hut operates year-round and offers around 40 beds split between dormitory and smaller rooms. The kitchen serves hot meals at lunch and dinner, with vegetarian options standard. You'll find basic shower facilities and a simple refuge atmosphere—this is working mountain country, not a polished destination. There's no WiFi, so expect genuine disconnection. The hut keeper runs a small dairy operation on the property, which shapes the character of the place. Beer and soft drinks are available.
Book directly by email or phone at least four weeks ahead for July and August weekends. July and August weekends fill quickly, especially among German hikers. Outside peak season, you can usually find space with a few days' notice. Contact the hut directly to confirm opening dates in shoulder months.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for July and August; email or call directly to reserve—contact details are on the hut's listing.
Untere Ochsenalpe is open year-round, though staffing and facilities are most reliable from June to October.
Start in Oberstdorf and follow the Trettach valley; it's a straightforward 2-hour walk gaining 600m through meadow and light forest to 1,576m.
The hut offers around 40 beds in dorm and private rooms, plus hot meals; there's no WiFi, so plan accordingly.
Yes—the steady gradient and short approach from Oberstdorf make it ideal for families and less experienced hikers.
Location
47.5094, 10.4012
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- DAV
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Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +49 8324 7623
- Website
- https://www.untere-ochsenalpe.de/
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