Haunleiten
5.0About
Haunleiten sits at 702m in the foothills south of Bad Tölz, an easy approach from Munich. The hut anchors the northern end of the Benediktenwand massif and serves as a base for ridgeline hikes into the Benediktenwand and Patscherkofel ranges. Reach it in 1.5 hours on foot from Bad Tölz station, or 2 hours from the Isartal trailhead near Lenggries. The approach is straightforward and doesn't require scrambling.
This DAV-managed hut holds 27 beds in simple dormitory rooms. You cook your own meals in the self-catering kitchen and haul water from the tap—no restaurant service here. Showers and flush toilets are standard. The hut stays open year-round, making it useful for winter training or shoulder-season ridge walks when higher huts are closed. No WiFi. Expect a working hut, not a tourist lodge.
Book direct with DAV Sektion München und Oberland. Summer weekends fill fast; reserve 4-6 weeks ahead for July and August. Weekday slots open up more easily. Winter bookings are flexible but confirm access conditions with the guardian before arriving. The hut suits climbers doing repeated hill days in the area rather than those passing through once.
This DAV-managed hut holds 27 beds in simple dormitory rooms. You cook your own meals in the self-catering kitchen and haul water from the tap—no restaurant service here. Showers and flush toilets are standard. The hut stays open year-round, making it useful for winter training or shoulder-season ridge walks when higher huts are closed. No WiFi. Expect a working hut, not a tourist lodge.
Book direct with DAV Sektion München und Oberland. Summer weekends fill fast; reserve 4-6 weeks ahead for July and August. Weekday slots open up more easily. Winter bookings are flexible but confirm access conditions with the guardian before arriving. The hut suits climbers doing repeated hill days in the area rather than those passing through once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 months ahead for summer weekends; weekdays often have availability with shorter notice.
Open year-round, though staffing and services are limited in winter months; check ahead for winter access.
Reach it in 1.5 hours on foot from Bad Tölz station, or 2 hours from the Isartal trailhead near Lenggries; the approach is straightforward with no scrambling required.
Self-catering kitchen, shower facilities, flush toilets, and drinking water; you cook your own meals.
Yes—the low elevation (702m) and non-technical approach make it ideal for hikers new to Alpine hut stays.
Location
47.7744, 11.5305
HutLists Score
5.0
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- DAV DAV Sektion München und Oberland
- Total
- 27
Facilities
Showers
Meals served
Flush toilets
Self catering
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Website
- https://www.alpenverein-muenchen-oberland.de/haunleiten
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