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In the heart of nature

Alpine cuisine at the mountain huts of Styria

Early in the morning, the mountain huts of Styria are already buzzing with life. Fresh milk is processed into creamy butter and tasty cheese. From the oven wafts the irresistible smell of crusty farmer’s bread. At some huts, the hosts even cure their own bacon.

If you’re looking for pure taste without artificial additives, look no further than the mountain huts in the green heart of Austria. Enjoy Styrian hospitality and splendid views of the surrounding mountain world.

It’s easy to unwind and enjoy life at the mountain huts of Styria. Austria’s greenest province boasts about 1,900 alpine pastures and huts, spread across a total surface of 46,000 hectares. They are surrounded by a national park, seven nature parks, one UNESCO biosphere park and more than 40 Natura 2000 Europe protected areas. And did you know that Naturpark Almenland nature preserve in East Styria is one of Europe’s largest contiguous alpine pasture areas?

Where there are alpine pastures, there are mountain huts – so come in and enjoy the heartfelt hospitality of the Styrian hosts!

Styria boasts plenty of opportunities to hike from hut to hut and from one alpine treat to the next.

Culinary delights at the alpine pastures of Styria

The “Kulinarium Steiermark” huts serve top-class delicacies ranging from classic Kaspressknödel soup to exquisite specialties such as char terrine or venison ragout.

Our tip: The “Kulinarium Steiermark” huts follow the ten “enjoyment rules” of the "Kulinarium Steiermark" partners. These revolve around authentic cuisine, regional ingredients and creative Styrian dishes. 

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  • Haus im Ennstal-Aich-Gössenberg

TOMiziel / Berggasthof Scharfetter

neat kitchen, outdoor bar, no self-service - summer and winter
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  • Schladming-Rohrmoos-Pichl

Moarhof Alm

The popular destination for families, associations, companies and seniors groups.
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Krummholzhütte

summer As our house is right next to the cable car station, you can reach many recreational facilities within a few...
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Ebneralm auf 1.282 m | © Thomas Sattler
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Ebneralm

This devil's gorge! Before it, trail no. 85/669 branches off and leads in one hour directly to the Ebneralm, where...
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  • Admont

Buchsteinhaus

You can book your overnight stay at Buchsteinhaus online.The stylish Buchsteinhaus is reached from Gstatterboden by...
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  • Grimming-Donnersbachtal

Weichboldhütte

Lärchkaralm
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Albert Appelhaus, Grundlsee, Schutzhütte | © Alpenverein Schanzl
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  • Grundlsee

Albert-Appel-Haus Mountain Hut

The popular ÖTV shooting hut in the "Toten Gebirge" at 1.638 meters. Open from the beginning of June until...
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  • Maria Lankowitz

Almwirtshaus Altes Almhaus

Enjoy traditional home-cooked meals and natural beauty at the Altes Almhaus at 1,649 meters in the Graz Region, Styria.
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  • Schladming-Rohrmoos-Pichl

Preintalerhütte

located at the round of the Klafferkessel
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Jausenstation Stadlbauer
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Jausenstation Stadlbauer

Typical Styrian specialties await you in a cozy hut atmosphere.
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Wildalmhütte

Enjoy the culinary delights of the Wildalmhütte after the hike
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Reiteralmhütte

Whether winter or summer, here you will always find something special. In the middle of the ski slope, sun terrace...
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Certified alpine cuisine

What do the mountains taste like? They taste like authenticity, a sense of belonging, indulgence and variety. This is certified by the Austrian Alpine Association’s “So schmecken die Berge” (taste of the mountains) quality seal. It is bestowed on mountain huts and restaurants that serve alpine specialities that are as local and regional as can be and come from ecological mountain farming. The following mountain huts in Styria carry the quality seal:

Respecting grazing cattle  

Grazing cattle is a common sight on the alpine pastures of Styria. Please respect the animal’s feeding grounds and the fact that they are a part of Austrian mountain life.

Picturesque alpine pasture hikes in Styria

Hike across alpine meadows in bloom, let your thoughts run free, soak up the sun and enjoy local delicacies at a mountain hut. The alpine pastures in the green heart of Austria invite you to relax and unwind.

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