Eisseehütte
4.1About
Eisseehütte sits at 2,521m on the Ziller Valley side of the Zillertal Alps, in the SAT (Società degli Alpinisti Trentini) network. Reach it from Mayrhofen across the Austrian border by hiking 4–5 hours via Grünsee and Zemmbach valley. The route climbs steadily through larch forest before breaking into alpine meadow. Alternatively, approach from Trentino via the Zillertal or from nearby rifugios on established trail networks.
The hut sleeps around 120 people in mixed and private rooms. Meals are hearty and fuel-intensive: expect schnitzel, pasta, and strong coffee at breakfast. Water comes from the glacier-fed lake nearby. The hut operates from June through September, depending on snow. Showers are available. It's a working base for serious hikers tackling the surrounding peaks and for traversing toward other Zillertal rifugios.
Book direct by phone or email at least 3–4 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. July and August fill quickly with Austrian groups. May and September offer quieter conditions with decent weather windows. The hut managers speak German and English. Confirm your arrival time when booking—the hut holds reservations only if you arrive by evening.
The hut sleeps around 120 people in mixed and private rooms. Meals are hearty and fuel-intensive: expect schnitzel, pasta, and strong coffee at breakfast. Water comes from the glacier-fed lake nearby. The hut operates from June through September, depending on snow. Showers are available. It's a working base for serious hikers tackling the surrounding peaks and for traversing toward other Zillertal rifugios.
Book direct by phone or email at least 3–4 weeks ahead for July and August weekends. July and August fill quickly with Austrian groups. May and September offer quieter conditions with decent weather windows. The hut managers speak German and English. Confirm your arrival time when booking—the hut holds reservations only if you arrive by evening.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book at least 2-3 weeks ahead during July-August, especially for weekends; shoulder season allows more flexibility. Contact them directly by phone or check rifugi.net for availability.
Open June through September as a fully staffed hut; exact dates vary by year, so confirm before planning your trip.
From Mayrhofen (Austrian side): 4-5 hours via Grünsee and Zemmbach valley through larch forest to alpine meadow; alternatively approach from Trentino via established trail networks to nearby rifugios.
Sleeps 120 people in mixed and private rooms with full meal service available; showers and basic amenities are provided.
Good for fit hikers; the 4-5 hour approach is steady climbing but no scrambling required, making it accessible to experienced trekkers rather than casual walkers.
Location
47.0556, 12.3789
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- SAT
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +43 680 2041698
- Website
- https://www.eisseehuette.at/index.php
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