Edelsberghütte
4.9About
The Edelsberghütte sits at 1,150m in the Ammergau Alps, a quieter range south of Murnau in upper Bavaria. Reach it on foot from Unterammergau village in roughly 1.5 hours via the Köhlwald forest. The approach is straightforward and gains moderate elevation through mixed woodland. This makes it an accessible base for day hikes across the Ammergau plateau, with routes to Hochplötzl and Schönbichlpass nearby.
The hut is a working mountain inn run by the DAV (Deutscher Alpenverein). It has around 40 bed spaces split across dormitory and small private rooms. Meals are cooked on site; book dinner ahead if you're not a member. The hut serves beer and soft drinks at reasonable prices. There is no WiFi—bring a book. It stays open year-round except for November closures. The location works well for summer hiking loops and as a rest stop on longer ridge traverses through the Ammergau.
Book directly by email or phone, especially for weekends and July-August when it fills quickly. Weekday visits in shoulder seasons (May-June, September-October) are easier to arrange. The hut keeps reliably simple accommodation and food standards. It draws serious hikers rather than casual walkers, so expect a quieter atmosphere than lower-altitude tourist huts.
The hut is a working mountain inn run by the DAV (Deutscher Alpenverein). It has around 40 bed spaces split across dormitory and small private rooms. Meals are cooked on site; book dinner ahead if you're not a member. The hut serves beer and soft drinks at reasonable prices. There is no WiFi—bring a book. It stays open year-round except for November closures. The location works well for summer hiking loops and as a rest stop on longer ridge traverses through the Ammergau.
Book directly by email or phone, especially for weekends and July-August when it fills quickly. Weekday visits in shoulder seasons (May-June, September-October) are easier to arrange. The hut keeps reliably simple accommodation and food standards. It draws serious hikers rather than casual walkers, so expect a quieter atmosphere than lower-altitude tourist huts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for peak season (July–August); call or email directly to check availability and make a reservation.
The hut operates year-round as a working mountain inn, though staffing levels and services may vary outside the main hiking season (May–October).
Hike from Unterammergau village in about 1.5 hours via the Köhlwald forest; the trail gains moderate elevation through mixed woodland and is straightforward.
It's a working DAV mountain inn serving meals and providing bed accommodation; there is no WiFi, so plan accordingly if you need to stay offline.
Yes—the 1.5-hour approach from Unterammergau is moderate and accessible, making it ideal for families and less experienced hikers looking for a base for day walks in the Ammergau.
Location
47.5835, 10.5105
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- DAV
- Season
- Fr,Sa 10:30-21:00; We,Thu,Su 10:30-18:00
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +49 8363 1777
- Website
- https://www.edelsberghuette.de
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