Hinterleitnhütte
1.2
Berchtesgaden Alps, Germany
About
The Hinterleitnhütte sits at 1,681m in the Berchtesgaden Alps, deep in the Klausbachtal valley south of Berchtesgaden. Reach it on foot from Berchtesgaden village (1.5 hours) via the Klausbachtal trail, or from Schellenbergalm (45 minutes). The valley path is well-marked and suitable for strong walkers. Winter access is unreliable—check conditions before attempting the route in snow. The hut serves as a base for exploring the surrounding limestone peaks and ridge walks toward Hochkalter and the Reiter Alm.
The hut offers 30 beds in simple rooms, with half-board meals included. The kitchen produces hearty Bavarian food using local ingredients. Water comes from the valley spring; showers are cold. The DAV manages the hut, so members receive discounts on bed rates. The hut opens mid-May through October. Check before visiting outside summer months, as staffing varies. Capacity fills quickly during the school summer holidays (mid-July to mid-August) and on weekends in good weather.
Book directly by phone well ahead for July and August—at least 4 weeks. Contact the hut in the morning or early evening German time. Single nights are possible outside peak season. Arrive by mid-afternoon to secure your place at dinner. The hut sits genuinely remote—bring a headtorch if you're hiking in after dark, and pack a map because mobile signal is patchy.
The hut offers 30 beds in simple rooms, with half-board meals included. The kitchen produces hearty Bavarian food using local ingredients. Water comes from the valley spring; showers are cold. The DAV manages the hut, so members receive discounts on bed rates. The hut opens mid-May through October. Check before visiting outside summer months, as staffing varies. Capacity fills quickly during the school summer holidays (mid-July to mid-August) and on weekends in good weather.
Book directly by phone well ahead for July and August—at least 4 weeks. Contact the hut in the morning or early evening German time. Single nights are possible outside peak season. Arrive by mid-afternoon to secure your place at dinner. The hut sits genuinely remote—bring a headtorch if you're hiking in after dark, and pack a map because mobile signal is patchy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Call ahead to reserve, especially for weekends and summer months (June to September). The hut takes phone bookings, so aim for at least 2–4 weeks notice during peak season.
The hut is typically open from late May or early June through October, depending on snow conditions. Winter access is unreliable—confirm opening dates before planning a winter visit.
From Berchtesgaden village, take the Klausbachtal trail south for 1.5 hours, or reach it in 45 minutes from Schellenbergalm. The valley path is well-marked and suitable for strong walkers.
The hut serves meals and provides bed spaces. Confirm whether hot showers are available when you book, as mountain huts vary.
The valley approach is suitable for strong walkers but not beginners—it's a committed 1.5-hour climb from the village. The surrounding ridge walks toward Hochkalter are for experienced hikers.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- DAV
- Season
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- Total
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Meals served
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +43 664 58 30 478
- Website
- http://www.hinterleitn-gruberalm.at/