Lenkjöchlhütte - Rifugio Giogo Lungo
4.1About
Lenkjöchlhütte sits at 2,603m on the Lenkjöchl pass between the Zillertal and Pfitschtal valleys in the Zillertal Alps. Reach it from the south via Sterzing and Ratschings—hike 3.5 hours from Ratschings village (940m). From the north, start at Mayrhofen in the Zillertal and walk 4–5 hours. The final approach crosses high pasture with clear trail markers. Summer is the reliable season; snow can block access before June.
The hut runs 50 beds across simple dorms and a few double rooms. Half-board is standard—expect hearty regional food. The kitchen handles vegetarian requests if you notify ahead. Water comes from the pass spring. There's no shower, only a washbasin. The bar stocks local beer and grappa. Open mid-June to September, weather permitting.
Phone ahead to reserve: call to confirm availability and meal preferences. July and August fill quickly; book by May for guaranteed beds. The hut sits on the Zillertal Rund hiking loop and connects to the Zillertaler Höhenstraße trail system, making it popular with walkers doing multi-day circuits. Bring cash—card payment isn't reliable at this elevation.
The hut runs 50 beds across simple dorms and a few double rooms. Half-board is standard—expect hearty regional food. The kitchen handles vegetarian requests if you notify ahead. Water comes from the pass spring. There's no shower, only a washbasin. The bar stocks local beer and grappa. Open mid-June to September, weather permitting.
Phone ahead to reserve: call to confirm availability and meal preferences. July and August fill quickly; book by May for guaranteed beds. The hut sits on the Zillertal Rund hiking loop and connects to the Zillertaler Höhenstraße trail system, making it popular with walkers doing multi-day circuits. Bring cash—card payment isn't reliable at this elevation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–3 weeks ahead for summer weekends; weekdays are more flexible. Call the hut directly or use rifugio.net for availability.
Open June through September reliably; snow blocks access before June. Confirm opening dates by phone before traveling in early summer.
From Ratschings village (940m) in the south: 3.5 hours. From Mayrhofen in the Zillertal (north): 4–5 hours. Both routes follow marked trails across high pasture to the 2,603m pass.
Half-board (dinner and breakfast) is standard. The hut has 50 beds in simple dorms and a few double rooms; ask about shower availability when booking.
Yes for fit hikers; the approach is straightforward but gains 1,600m+ elevation. Not ideal for young children due to length and exposure on the final high-pasture section.
Location
47.0391, 12.1909
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Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
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Drinking water
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- +39 0474 838144
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