Landecker Skihütte
2.0
1,766m
Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy
About
Landecker Skihütte sits at 1766m in the Zillertal Alps, on the border between Trentino and South Tyrol. The hut is reached via the village of Ginzling in the Zillertal. From the village, follow the path toward the Zemmschlucht gorge, then branch upward to the hut. The approach takes 2.5 to 3 hours on foot. In winter, the hut is accessible by ski from the Zillertal, which gives it its name. Summer hikers use this route as a base for the Zemmkogel (2802m) and for crossing passes into the neighbouring Ötztal or toward the Berliner Hütte.
The hut has 40 beds split across simple dormitories and a few doubles. Half-board or full-board meals are the standard; the kitchen serves typical South Tyrolean mountain food. Shower facilities are basic but adequate. The hut opens late May through early October for walkers and climbers. Winter opening depends on snow conditions and ski access. Cell reception is poor but not absent. Generator power means electricity is limited during off-peak hours.
Book direct with the hut keeper (contact details via SAT or AVS alpine club listings for Trentino-Alto Adige). July and August fill 2–3 weeks ahead. June and September offer better availability. If you're planning a high-altitude ski tour or want a quiet base away from overcrowded rifugios, write or call 4–6 weeks before travel.
The hut has 40 beds split across simple dormitories and a few doubles. Half-board or full-board meals are the standard; the kitchen serves typical South Tyrolean mountain food. Shower facilities are basic but adequate. The hut opens late May through early October for walkers and climbers. Winter opening depends on snow conditions and ski access. Cell reception is poor but not absent. Generator power means electricity is limited during off-peak hours.
Book direct with the hut keeper (contact details via SAT or AVS alpine club listings for Trentino-Alto Adige). July and August fill 2–3 weeks ahead. June and September offer better availability. If you're planning a high-altitude ski tour or want a quiet base away from overcrowded rifugios, write or call 4–6 weeks before travel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 weeks ahead for weekends and July–August; weekday visits have more flexibility. Contact the hut directly or use rifugio.net and cai.it for reservations.
Typically open mid-June through September for summer hiking, with winter ski access December–March depending on snow conditions; confirm current dates before planning.
Start in Ginzling village (Zillertal), follow paths toward Zemmschlucht gorge, then ascend to the hut in 2.5–3 hours; winter access is by ski from the valley floor.
40 beds in shared dormitories, hot meals (typically 3-course dinners), breakfast, and basic washing facilities; confirm shower availability when booking.
Yes for moderate hikers—the 2.5–3 hour approach is steady but not technical; it's ideal for families and those acclimatizing before higher alpine routes like Zemmkogel.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- AVS
- Season
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- Total
- 40
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- Phone
- Website