Berglhütte - Rifugio Borletti
5.0About
Berglhütte sits at 2,188m in the Zillertal Alps on the Trentino–Alto Adige border. Reach it from Mayrhofen (Austria) via the Zillertal or from the Italian side through the Pfitscher valley. From Mayrhofen, allow 2.5 hours on foot. The hut anchors several high passes and ridge routes across demanding terrain—this is serious hiking country, not a stroll.
The hut offers 50 beds in mixed and family rooms. Meals are hearty and geared to hikers: expect good Tyrolean cooking with regional cheeses and game. Half and full board available. Hot showers, drying room, and a small bar. Open year-round but conditions dictate usage—expect reliable access June through September. Winter visits are possible but check conditions first. The SAT (Società degli Alpinisti Tridentini) manages the hut and maintains high standards.
Book by phone directly with the hut. July and August fill fast, especially weekends—book 4–6 weeks ahead for summer. June and September offer better availability. Confirm opening dates before arriving outside peak season. The hut sits astride popular through-routes, so even shoulder months can see heavy traffic on weekends.
The hut offers 50 beds in mixed and family rooms. Meals are hearty and geared to hikers: expect good Tyrolean cooking with regional cheeses and game. Half and full board available. Hot showers, drying room, and a small bar. Open year-round but conditions dictate usage—expect reliable access June through September. Winter visits are possible but check conditions first. The SAT (Società degli Alpinisti Tridentini) manages the hut and maintains high standards.
Book by phone directly with the hut. July and August fill fast, especially weekends—book 4–6 weeks ahead for summer. June and September offer better availability. Confirm opening dates before arriving outside peak season. The hut sits astride popular through-routes, so even shoulder months can see heavy traffic on weekends.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2–3 weeks ahead during July–August; shoulder season (June, September) needs 1–2 weeks. Call the hut directly or check rifugio.net for availability.
Open June through September, fully staffed during summer season; shoulder months may have limited services depending on snow and staffing.
From Mayrhofen (Austria side): 2.5 hours uphill; from Italy via Pfitscher valley: roughly 3–3.5 hours. Both routes are marked but demand solid fitness and mountain experience.
50 beds in mixed and family rooms with hearty Tyrolean cooking featuring regional cheeses and mountain fare; basic facilities typical of high Alpine huts (shared bathrooms, no private en-suite).
Not ideal for beginners—the approaches cross demanding terrain and require mountain experience; families with older children (10+) comfortable with exposure and altitude can manage it, but easier huts exist in the Zillertal.
Location
46.5268, 10.5140
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- AVS
- Season
- Jun-Oct
- Total
- 50
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- +39 338 3877344
- Website
- http://www.berglhuette.it/
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