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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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GrillerHütte1-Murtal-Steiermark | © Tourismusverband Murtal
  • Pusterwald

Griller Hütte

Beautiful hut surrounded by unspoilt nature.
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Almgasthaus Schweizeben | © K. Fleck
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  • Bruck an der Mur

Almgasthaus Schweizeben

Schweizeben - one of the most popular hiking destinations for Bruckers. And not without reason. A leisurely ascent on...
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  • Schladming-Rohrmoos-Pichl

Gasselhöh-hut

The Alm for excursionists, hikers, skiers and for all who want to have it comfortable! Delicious hut delicacies and...
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  • Naturpark Sölktäler

Mautneralm

Nature Park Sölktäler
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  • Ramsau am Dachstein

Guttenberghaus

Built in 1914, the Guttenberghaus celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2014. We are pleased that everything in and...
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Wallerhuette | © Naturfreunde Graz - Marco Jan
  • St. Radegund bei Graz

Johann-Waller hut

hut on the south flank of the Schoeckl mountain
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  • Schladming-Rohrmoos-Pichl

Giglachseehütte

The Giglachsee Hut is located on the Giglachsee lake surrounded by the impressive mountain world of the Schladminger...
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Die Almrauschhütte im Winter
  • Aflenz

Almrauschhütte Bürgeralm

Located on hiking trail no.862, a 2-hour walk from Aflenz Kurort. The Bürgeralm can also be easily reached with the...
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s'Balzplatzerl im Sommer | © Bergbahnen Mitterbach
  • Mariazell

s'Balzplatzerl

Picturesque mountain panorama and rustic hut flair at the Gemeindealpe middle station
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  • Naturpark Sölktäler

Breitlahnhütte - tenants wanted

Nature Park Sölktäler
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Grasserhütte mit Fölzstein
  • Thörl

Grasserhütte (1472 m)

Popular and rustic alpine hut on the Fölzalm at 1484 m above sea level. The Fölzalm is one of the most popular hiking...
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Hütte Feldwiesalm | © TV Hochsteiermark / Brigitte Digruber
  • Mariazell

Sennhütte auf der Feldwiesalm

Welcome to the hut on Feldwiesalm at 1.314 m!
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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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