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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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  • Gröbminger Land

Michaelerberghaus

We spoil our guests with rustic cabins meals and personal care.
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  • Schladming-Rohrmoos-Pichl

Berallerhütte - Kotalm

Pure nature, regional products directly from the farm, specialities - Alpine butter, Styrian cheese and more
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Lorettohof--Gastgarten-Murtal-Steiermark | © Lorettohof
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  • Gaal

Lorettohof

With us you can have a hearty breakfast, in our Jausenstub´n you can enjoy a delicious snack all day long and in the...
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  • Schladming-Rohrmoos-Pichl

Gfölleralm

in the valley Untertal at the Riesachsee.
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Bärentalhütte | © TV Sulmtal-Koralm
  • Bad Schwanberg

Bärentalhütte

The Bärentalhütte is a popular hiking destination for young and old!
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Lurgbauerhütte 1 | © Lurgbauerhütte
  • Neuberg an der Mürz

Lurgbauer cabin

Rest, relax and spend the night at 1764 m above sea level. Our alpine hut at the foot of the Ameisbühel on the...
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Johnsleitnerhütte in Gnanitz, Tauplitz
  • Tauplitz

Johnsleitner-Hütte

The rustic Johnsleitner hut is located in the Gnanitzalm, about nine kilometers outside of Tauplitz. From the barrier...
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Heberthütte Wintersonne | © Heberthütte
  • Oberwölz-Lachtal

Heberthütte

At 1650 m above sea level, in a top location, directly on the ski slope, is the hut with large sun terrace. The visit...
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Haindlkarhütte im Gesäuse | © Christoph Lukas
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Haindlkarhütte

You can book your overnight stay at Haindlkarhütte online.House on the stone wall Where the roast pork tastes just...
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Almgasthaus Schießlingalm
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  • Aflenz

Almgasthaus Schießling

The Almgasthaus Schießlingalm is located at 1484 m and can be reached via a toll road (starting from the village of...
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  • Schladming-Rohrmoos-Pichl

Waldhäuslalm

The Waldhäuslalm, nestled in the beautiful landscape of the Untertal valley, is a perfect destination for the whole...
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Seestube am Badesee
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Seestube bathing lake Krakaudorf

Cozy hut right on the lake
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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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