Höllentaleingangshütte
4.3About
Höllentaleingangshütte sits at 1,045m in the Ammergau Alps near Ettal, marking the entrance to the Höllental gorge. You reach it from Ettal village in about 45 minutes on foot via a straightforward valley path. The hut serves as a natural basecamp for exploring the dramatic limestone gorge and surrounding ridges. From here you can hike to Schloßanger (1,986m) in 2.5 hours or traverse toward the Ammerauer Hütte.
The DAV-managed hut has 40 beds in mixed dorm rooms and a few double rooms. The kitchen serves hot meals at lunch and dinner, with decent portions and hearty Bavarian fare. Coffee and cakes are available throughout the day. You'll find a small shop selling snacks and basic supplies. The hut has no shower but has washbasins with hot water. It stays open year-round, though staffing and meal service are limited outside summer months—phone ahead if visiting between November and March.
Book accommodation by phone with the DAV Sektion Garmisch-Partenkirchen. July and August require booking 2-3 weeks ahead. Weekends fill quickly spring through autumn. The hut is a popular weekend destination for Munich-based climbers and families, so avoid Saturday arrivals in high season unless you've booked well in advance. Solo hikers can usually find space by arriving early on weekdays.
The DAV-managed hut has 40 beds in mixed dorm rooms and a few double rooms. The kitchen serves hot meals at lunch and dinner, with decent portions and hearty Bavarian fare. Coffee and cakes are available throughout the day. You'll find a small shop selling snacks and basic supplies. The hut has no shower but has washbasins with hot water. It stays open year-round, though staffing and meal service are limited outside summer months—phone ahead if visiting between November and March.
Book accommodation by phone with the DAV Sektion Garmisch-Partenkirchen. July and August require booking 2-3 weeks ahead. Weekends fill quickly spring through autumn. The hut is a popular weekend destination for Munich-based climbers and families, so avoid Saturday arrivals in high season unless you've booked well in advance. Solo hikers can usually find space by arriving early on weekdays.
Frequently Asked Questions
Call ahead, especially for weekends and summer months; the hut has only 40 beds so availability fills quickly.
Open year-round as a day shelter; staffed and offering meals typically from May to October, but confirm current hours by phone.
Start from Ettal village and follow the valley path into Höllental gorge for 45 minutes on a straightforward hiking trail.
The hut serves meals and has 40 beds in mixed dorms plus a few double rooms; check with the hut directly about shower availability.
Yes—the 45-minute approach from Ettal is easy and the hut works well as a basecamp for moderate day hikes like the 2.5-hour route to Schloßanger (1,986m).
Location
47.4484, 11.0445
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- DAV DAV Sektion Garmisch-Partenkirchen
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Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +4988218895
- Website
- http://www.hoellentalklamm.de/
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