Siglhütte
4.2About
The Siglhütte sits at 1334m on the southern slopes of the Benediktenwand in the Benediktenwand massif, roughly 1 hour south of Bad Tölz. Reach it from the Sachenbach car park near Benediktbeuern: hike 2.5 hours uphill through mixed forest on well-marked paths. The approach is steady and exposed to weather—start early in unstable conditions. Winter access is possible but requires good snow sense and avalanche awareness; contact the hut directly before attempting a winter ascent.
The Siglhütte is a small, basic hut run by DAV Sektion München und Oberland with 14 beds split across multiple rooms. The hut provides simple meals and hot drinks; bring some of your own supplies. A wood stove heats the main room, and there's an outside toilet. Water comes from a spring nearby. The hut is open year-round, though winter visits require advance arrangement. It functions as a base for climbing on the Benediktenwand's east face and for traversing into the Benedikt massif. The location works well for a quiet overnight before continuing to higher huts in the range.
Book directly by phone well ahead, especially for summer weekends and holidays. Weekday visits outside peak season (July–August) are easier to arrange. Bring cash for payment. The hut has no electricity or internet, so expect a stripped-back Alpine experience.
The Siglhütte is a small, basic hut run by DAV Sektion München und Oberland with 14 beds split across multiple rooms. The hut provides simple meals and hot drinks; bring some of your own supplies. A wood stove heats the main room, and there's an outside toilet. Water comes from a spring nearby. The hut is open year-round, though winter visits require advance arrangement. It functions as a base for climbing on the Benediktenwand's east face and for traversing into the Benedikt massif. The location works well for a quiet overnight before continuing to higher huts in the range.
Book directly by phone well ahead, especially for summer weekends and holidays. Weekday visits outside peak season (July–August) are easier to arrange. Bring cash for payment. The hut has no electricity or internet, so expect a stripped-back Alpine experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Call ahead to check availability—the hut has only 14 beds, so book as early as possible, especially for weekends and summer months.
The hut is typically staffed from June through September; contact them directly about winter access, which requires avalanche awareness.
Park at Sachenbach near Benediktbeuern and hike 2.5 hours uphill through mixed forest on well-marked paths to 1334m.
The hut offers 14 beds and meals; confirm meal availability and any shower facilities when you book.
Yes—the 2.5-hour approach is steady and well-marked, though the uphill gain and exposed terrain mean you should be comfortable with basic mountain walking.
Location
47.6944, 12.0126
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- DAV DAV Sektion München und Oberland
- Total
- 14
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +49 89 290709-0
- Website
- https://www.alpenverein-muenchen-oberland.de/siglhuette#horizontalTab3
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