Magdeburger Hütte - Rif. Cremona alla Stua
1.7
2,423m
Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy
About
The Magdeburger Hütte sits at 2,423m in the Zillertal Alps, accessed from the Zillertal valley in Trentino-Alto Adige. Most hikers approach via the Zemmgrund valley trail, a steady 4–5 hour push from Mayrhofen. The hut also connects to routes crossing into the Ötztal and links to longer ridge traverses toward the Zillertaler Hochalppass. The terrain is exposed at this elevation; snow and rockfall are real hazards outside summer months.
The rifugio operates year-round and holds around 80 beds across mixed dorm and private rooms. Meals are substantial—the kitchen serves traditional Tyrolean food, and you can request packed lunches for onward hiking. Water comes from mountain sources. Shower facilities are basic but functional. The hut sits on the SAT (Società degli Alpinisti Trentini) network and accepts both self-catering and half-board guests.
Book directly by email or phone during spring if you're targeting July or August weekends. July and August fill weeks ahead. Winter climbing season (December–March) is quieter but requires experience with snowpack and avalanche conditions. Email ahead to confirm supplies and staffing in shoulder months. The hut's SAT affiliation means members get discounted rates—check sat.tn.it for current pricing and contact details.
The rifugio operates year-round and holds around 80 beds across mixed dorm and private rooms. Meals are substantial—the kitchen serves traditional Tyrolean food, and you can request packed lunches for onward hiking. Water comes from mountain sources. Shower facilities are basic but functional. The hut sits on the SAT (Società degli Alpinisti Trentini) network and accepts both self-catering and half-board guests.
Book directly by email or phone during spring if you're targeting July or August weekends. July and August fill weeks ahead. Winter climbing season (December–March) is quieter but requires experience with snowpack and avalanche conditions. Email ahead to confirm supplies and staffing in shoulder months. The hut's SAT affiliation means members get discounted rates—check sat.tn.it for current pricing and contact details.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–4 weeks ahead for summer weekends; earlier for July–August. Contact the hut directly by phone or check rifugio.net and cai.it for availability and reservations.
The Magdeburger Hütte operates year-round, but expect reduced services and mountain hazards (snow, rockfall) outside June–September; confirm staffing before winter visits.
Most hikers start from Mayrhofen and follow the Zemmgrund valley trail for 4–5 hours; the hut also connects to routes into the Ötztal and ridge traverses toward Zillertaler Hochalppass.
Expect around 80 beds, a warm meal service, and basic mountain-hut facilities; showers are typically cold water or unavailable at this elevation, so plan accordingly.
No—at 2,423m with exposed terrain and hazards like rockfall and snow, this is for experienced hikers; the 4–5 hour approach is long for young children and lacks beginner-friendly alternatives.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- AVS
- Season
- –
- Total
- 40
- Dormitory
- Emergency
- Private rooms
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Phone
- +39 338 2428278
- Website
- https://rifugiocremona.com/