Schutzhütte Schneeberg - Rifugio Monteneve
3.7About
Schutzhütte Schneeberg sits at 2,355m on the Schneeberger Alm, a high plateau between the Zillertal and the Val di Ridnauntal in Alto Adige. The main approach comes from the south via Ratschings: hike 2 hours 15 minutes from Ratschings-Jöchl (1,900m). From the north, ascend 2 hours 30 minutes from Zillertal Erdental. Both routes are well-marked and gain 450–550m elevation.
The hut manages 68 beds across dormitory quarters and 6 private rooms. Half-board includes dinner and breakfast; the kitchen serves regional Alto Adige fare and vegetarian meals. Water and electricity are available. Toilets and shower facilities are basic but functional. The hut sits well above treeline with 360-degree views onto rock faces and glaciated peaks. It serves hikers crossing the high-altitude traverse routes that connect the Zillertal to the upper valleys of Trentino. Open late June through September, with shoulder-season weekends available earlier and later depending on snow.
Email the hut directly to book. Capacity fills on summer weekends and holidays: book at least 4 weeks ahead for July and August. Earlier and later in season (June, September), 1–2 weeks' notice usually works. The hut is unmanned Wednesday mornings, so avoid planning arrival for that timeframe. Payment is typically cash or transfer.
The hut manages 68 beds across dormitory quarters and 6 private rooms. Half-board includes dinner and breakfast; the kitchen serves regional Alto Adige fare and vegetarian meals. Water and electricity are available. Toilets and shower facilities are basic but functional. The hut sits well above treeline with 360-degree views onto rock faces and glaciated peaks. It serves hikers crossing the high-altitude traverse routes that connect the Zillertal to the upper valleys of Trentino. Open late June through September, with shoulder-season weekends available earlier and later depending on snow.
Email the hut directly to book. Capacity fills on summer weekends and holidays: book at least 4 weeks ahead for July and August. Earlier and later in season (June, September), 1–2 weeks' notice usually works. The hut is unmanned Wednesday mornings, so avoid planning arrival for that timeframe. Payment is typically cash or transfer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book 2-3 weeks ahead during peak summer season (July-August), earlier if you need a private room. Contact the hut directly or use rifugio.net and cai.it for availability.
Staffed during summer season only; confirm exact dates before planning as mountain huts often open mid-June and close by late September depending on snow conditions.
Approach from Ratschings-Jöchl (south) in 2 hours 15 minutes gaining 450m, or from Zillertal Erdental (north) in 2 hours 30 minutes gaining 550m—both are well-marked trails.
68 beds in dorms and 6 private rooms; half-board (dinner and breakfast) is standard, with a kitchen available for self-catering options.
Not ideal for beginners—the access routes are demanding with significant elevation gain and exposure; better suited for experienced hikers and mountaineers doing multi-day Alpine traverses.
Location
46.8990, 11.1814
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Quick Facts
- Managing club
- AVS
- Season
- 2024 Jun-Oct
- Total
- 68
- Private rooms
- 6
Facilities
Meals served
Drinking water
Contact & Booking
- [email protected]
- Website
- https://www.schneeberg.org/
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