Alpe Reith

1.7
Ammergau Alps, Germany

About

Alpe Reith sits at 1,430m in the Ammergau Alps, a DAV hut in the Oberammergau area. Reach it from Oberammergau village in 2 hours on a clear hiking path that climbs steadily through mixed forest. The route follows the Ammer valley south before switchbacking up to the alp. Most hikers approach from the Oberammergau train station, which connects directly to Munich. Winter access is possible but depends on snow conditions.
The hut sleeps around 40 people in mixed dorms and a few small private rooms. The kitchen serves hearty Bavarian meals at lunch and dinner—book ahead if you want hot food. Water comes from the spring on the alp itself. The hut operates year-round, though staffing is lighter November to March. Basic facilities include toilets and a small shower. This is a working dairy alp as well as a hiking hut, so expect cattle and a rural feel rather than a destination hut atmosphere.
Book directly by phone or email, especially for weekends and July-August when it fills. The hut prefers phone calls for immediate confirmation. Plan 4-6 weeks ahead for peak season. Half-board (bed and meals) is significantly cheaper than buying meals à la carte. Check current opening hours before visiting in shoulder seasons.

Frequently Asked Questions

Book at least 2–3 months ahead for summer weekends; email or phone contact details are on the hut's listing.
Alpe Reith is typically staffed June to October; winter weekends may be possible depending on snow conditions—contact the hut directly.
Hike 2 hours from Oberammergau village via a clear path that climbs through forest along the Ammer valley; reach the village by train from Munich.
The hut has 40 beds in mixed dorms and a few small private rooms; meals and drinks are served at the hut.
Yes—the 2-hour route from Oberammergau is well-marked and steady without technical difficulty, making it ideal for recreational hikers and families.

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Contact & Booking

Phone
+49 15739353542
Website
https://www.reithalpe-schwangau.de/