Maxhütte
5.0About
The Maxhütte sits at 1,460m in the Zillertal valley, in South Tyrol's eastern reaches near the Trentino border. Reach it via the village of Zell am Ziller by hiking up the Zillertal (roughly 2 hours from the valley floor). The approach is steady and well-marked, following forest paths and alpine meadows. Summer hiking into the surrounding ridges and toward higher passes makes this a solid base for 2–3 day traverses.
The hut operates year-round and sleeps around 50 guests across mixed and private rooms. Meals are hearty—expect South Tyrolean staples like speck, schnitzel, and strudel. The kitchen caters to both half-board guests and day-walkers. Facilities include hot showers and a drying room; the bar stocks beer and grappa. Mobile reception is patchy but reliable enough for planning. The setting is quiet: far fewer tourists than the busier western valleys, but close enough to infrastructure for resupply.
Book through the South Tyrolean Alpine association (AVS) via their rifugi.net platform or contact the hut directly by phone. July and August fill quickly—secure a bed 4–6 weeks ahead if you're hiking then. Shoulder seasons (May–June, September–October) offer breathing room and better weather stability for high-elevation routes. Winter sees reduced opening; confirm dates before visiting November through March.
The hut operates year-round and sleeps around 50 guests across mixed and private rooms. Meals are hearty—expect South Tyrolean staples like speck, schnitzel, and strudel. The kitchen caters to both half-board guests and day-walkers. Facilities include hot showers and a drying room; the bar stocks beer and grappa. Mobile reception is patchy but reliable enough for planning. The setting is quiet: far fewer tourists than the busier western valleys, but close enough to infrastructure for resupply.
Book through the South Tyrolean Alpine association (AVS) via their rifugi.net platform or contact the hut directly by phone. July and August fill quickly—secure a bed 4–6 weeks ahead if you're hiking then. Shoulder seasons (May–June, September–October) offer breathing room and better weather stability for high-elevation routes. Winter sees reduced opening; confirm dates before visiting November through March.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2–4 weeks ahead for summer weekends; weekdays and shoulder seasons can accommodate shorter notice. Contact via rifugio.net or directly through SAT (South Tyrolean Mountain Guide Association) for availability.
Open year-round with full staffing during summer (June–September); winter operations are limited, so confirm ahead if visiting outside peak season.
Start from Zell am Ziller village and hike up the Zillertal via well-marked forest and meadow paths for roughly 2 hours to reach the hut at 1,460m.
Expect standard hut fare (hearty dinners, breakfast, packed lunches available); sleeping is in mixed and private rooms with roughly 50 beds total, though shower facilities are basic or limited as typical for mountain huts.
Yes—the 2-hour approach is steady and well-marked with no scrambling, making it accessible for families with decent fitness; it's an ideal base for gentle ridge walks and multi-day traverses for hikers with some mountain experience.
Location
47.0820, 11.8000
Need a hotel nearby?
Staying in Trentino-Alto Adige before or after your hike? Compare hotels on Booking.com.
Search hotels in Trentino-Alto AdigeBooked through Booking.com — we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. More
Don't forget to book
This hut takes bookings direct, so beds go to whoever asks first. Tell us your dates and we'll email you when it's time to reserve — with the hut's contact details.
HutLists Score
5.0
Overall
Facilities
Access
Season
Based on facilities, access, and how reliably the hut is open.
Quick Facts
- Managing club
- AVS
Facilities
Breakfast
Half board
Meals served
Drinking water
Featured In
Free Packing Checklist
Get the printable Alpine Hut Packing Checklist, plus route guides and booking tips.