Wank-Haus
5.0About
Wank-Haus sits at 1,780m on the Wank, a modest peak above Partenkirchen in the Wetterstein foothills. Reach it from Partenkirchen in 2.5 to 3 hours on a steady trail that climbs through mixed forest before opening onto alpine meadow. The cable car (Wankbahn) descends from the summit if your knees need mercy on the way down. This is a popular day-hike destination, so expect crowds on weekends and good-weather days.
The hut has capacity for around 60 guests and serves as a straightforward mountain refreshment stop rather than an overnight refuge. Meals focus on hearty Bavarian fare—soups, schnitzel, local cheese—and the kitchen handles dietary requests if you mention them when booking. Flush toilets are available. The hut operates year-round but is most reliable from May through October; winter conditions can force closures, so confirm before heading up in cold months. Staff are DAV-affiliated and know the local hiking network well.
Book directly by phone. Weekends and school holidays (especially July and August) fill quickly; aim to ring 2–3 days ahead for weekend visits. Weekday visits are easier to accommodate. The hut accepts cash and card payments. Since it's DAV-managed, DAV members receive small discounts on meals.
The hut has capacity for around 60 guests and serves as a straightforward mountain refreshment stop rather than an overnight refuge. Meals focus on hearty Bavarian fare—soups, schnitzel, local cheese—and the kitchen handles dietary requests if you mention them when booking. Flush toilets are available. The hut operates year-round but is most reliable from May through October; winter conditions can force closures, so confirm before heading up in cold months. Staff are DAV-affiliated and know the local hiking network well.
Book directly by phone. Weekends and school holidays (especially July and August) fill quickly; aim to ring 2–3 days ahead for weekend visits. Weekday visits are easier to accommodate. The hut accepts cash and card payments. Since it's DAV-managed, DAV members receive small discounts on meals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Call ahead to reserve, especially for weekends and fine-weather days when the hut gets busy with day-hikers.
The hut is typically staffed during the main hiking season from late spring through early autumn, though hours vary by season.
Hike from Partenkirchen in 2.5 to 3 hours on a steady trail through forest and alpine meadow, or take the Wankbahn cable car down if needed.
Flush toilets are available; expect basic mountain-hut amenities with capacity for around 60 guests.
Yes—it's a popular day-hike destination with moderate terrain, though the crowds on weekends mean you should arrive early or book ahead.
Location
47.5084, 11.1434
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- DAV DAV Sektion Garmisch-Partenkirchen
- Season
- 09:30-16:00
Facilities
Meals served
Flush toilets
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +49 8821 56201
- Website
- https://wankhaus.de/
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