Mahdalm

Mahdalm sits at 1530m in the Berchtesgaden Alps east of Bad Reichenhall. Reach it from the village of Inzell in about 2.5 hours on foot via the Weißbach valley—a steady, straightforward walk with 650m elevation gain. The trail is well-marked and busy on weekends. In winter, access becomes harder; check conditions before setting out. The hut also works as a base for ridge walks toward Hochstaufen (1771m) and routes into the Chiemgau Alps.
Mahdalm is a working mountain farm as well as a hut, run by the same family for generations. It sleeps around 30 people in simple rooms and dormitories. The kitchen serves hearty Bavarian food, with dinner available if you book ahead. Half-board deals suit hikers staying multiple nights. There's no shower or electricity beyond basics; expect rustic comfort, not luxury. Open year-round, though staff may close for a few weeks in November.
Book by phone or email directly with the hut operator. July and August fill up fast—contact them by May if you want a guaranteed bed. Outside peak season, turning up with a day pack usually works, but calling ahead avoids disappointment on weekends. The hut is not affiliated with the DAV, so there's no membership discount.