Rotwandhaus
3.6About
Rotwandhaus sits at 1737m on the Rotwand in the Mangfall range southeast of Bad Tölz. Reach it via the Nördliche Kaltwasseralm from Fischbachau (roughly 2.5 hours) or from Baierbrunn on the eastern approach (around 3 hours). The hut is also accessible from the Wildenalptal. Trails here connect to the Schrofen ridge and link to other DAV huts across the range.
The hut has 60 beds split across multiple rooms. Half-board is standard—dinner and breakfast included. The kitchen serves traditional Bavarian fare and accommodates dietary requests if notified in advance. Facilities include a sat-phone for emergencies (no WiFi). The hut runs year-round, though winter access depends on snow and avalanche conditions. Booking through the managing section, DAV Sektion Turner-Alpen-Kränzchen, is essential, especially for weekends and July–August.
Contact the hut by phone to check availability and book. Summer weekends fill weeks in advance. June through September is peak season; book 4–6 weeks ahead for July and August. Shoulder months (May and September) offer better availability. The hut operates on a first-come, first-served basis by phone, so call early in the week rather than Friday.
The hut has 60 beds split across multiple rooms. Half-board is standard—dinner and breakfast included. The kitchen serves traditional Bavarian fare and accommodates dietary requests if notified in advance. Facilities include a sat-phone for emergencies (no WiFi). The hut runs year-round, though winter access depends on snow and avalanche conditions. Booking through the managing section, DAV Sektion Turner-Alpen-Kränzchen, is essential, especially for weekends and July–August.
Contact the hut by phone to check availability and book. Summer weekends fill weeks in advance. June through September is peak season; book 4–6 weeks ahead for July and August. Shoulder months (May and September) offer better availability. The hut operates on a first-come, first-served basis by phone, so call early in the week rather than Friday.
Frequently Asked Questions
Call ahead to reserve, especially for weekends and July–August; 4–8 weeks is standard for peak season.
Rotwandhaus is staffed year-round, though conditions and access vary; confirm opening dates for winter visits.
Hike 2.5 hours from Fischbachau via Nördliche Kaltwasseralm, or 3 hours from Baierbrunn on the eastern approach.
60 beds in shared rooms with half-board (dinner and breakfast) included; no WiFi.
Yes—moderate access routes and established trails make it family-friendly, though the 2.5–3 hour approach suits older children better than toddlers.
Location
47.6462, 11.9351
HutLists Score
3.6
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- DAV DAV Sektion Turner-Alpen-Kränzchen
Facilities
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Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +49 8026 7683; +43 664 1645290
- Website
- https://www.rotwandhaus.de
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