Wasseralm in der Röth
3.6About
Wasseralm in der Röth sits at 1,423m in the Röth valley, tucked into the eastern Berchtesgaden Alps. The hut is easiest to reach from Schönau am Königssee: allow 2.5 hours on foot via the Röthbach trail, a steady climb through beech forest that gains 500m elevation. You can also approach from the Wimbachklamm gorge side, though this route takes longer. The Röth valley itself is relatively quiet compared to the popular Wimbachtal to the west.
The DAV-managed hut has 30 beds in simple shared rooms. Full meals are served daily—expect traditional Bavarian fare cooked from scratch. There's no shower or flush toilet, which keeps the hut small and the valley less crowded. A tap with mountain water is available. The hut operates year-round, though winter access depends entirely on snow conditions. Staff can usually accommodate groups with advance notice.
Book by phone directly with the hut. Summer weekends fill quickly, especially July and August—call at least 4 weeks ahead. May, June, and September are better bets for finding space. Winter visitors should confirm conditions before heading up; the hut may be unreachable or operating on skeleton staffing during deep snow or thaw periods.
The DAV-managed hut has 30 beds in simple shared rooms. Full meals are served daily—expect traditional Bavarian fare cooked from scratch. There's no shower or flush toilet, which keeps the hut small and the valley less crowded. A tap with mountain water is available. The hut operates year-round, though winter access depends entirely on snow conditions. Staff can usually accommodate groups with advance notice.
Book by phone directly with the hut. Summer weekends fill quickly, especially July and August—call at least 4 weeks ahead. May, June, and September are better bets for finding space. Winter visitors should confirm conditions before heading up; the hut may be unreachable or operating on skeleton staffing during deep snow or thaw periods.
Frequently Asked Questions
Call ahead to check availability, especially for weekends and July–August; the hut has only 30 beds so advance notice is wise.
Open June to October; contact the hut directly by phone for exact staffing dates and winter access.
From Schönau am Königssee, hike 2.5 hours via the Röthbach trail, gaining 500m through beech forest; alternative approach from Wimbachklamm takes longer.
Simple shared rooms with 30 beds; no showers or flush toilets, so plan accordingly for a basic Alpine hut experience.
Yes, the Röthbach approach is a steady, well-marked climb suitable for fit hikers with basic experience; the Röth valley is quieter than nearby popular valleys.
Location
47.4948, 13.0066
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- DAV DAV Sektion Berchtesgaden
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Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +49 8652 6091160
- Website
- https://www.dav-berchtesgaden.de/Huetten/GrosseHuetten/Wasseralm
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