Hölzlerhütte at the Eselsberger Alm | © Steiermark Tourismus | Günther Steininger Hölzlerhütte at the Eselsberger Alm | © Steiermark Tourismus | Günther Steininger
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 1,666 alpine pastures and huts. They are surrounded by a national park, seven nature parks, one UNESCO biosphere park and more than 50 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 alpine mountain 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. 

Sonnschien | © sonnschien
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Sonnschien Hütte - Schutzhaus

Where you come as a guest and leave as a friend.
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  • Breitenau am Hochlantsch

Alpine hut Hofbauer

The rustic alpine hut is located at approx. 1,350 meters and is located between Hochschlag and Eibeggsattel in the...
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Stüberl "Setz di nieder"

The charming "Setz di' nieder" Stüberl at the Weirerteich is located between Laßnitz near Murau and St. Lambrecht at...
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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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Knödelhütte-Außenansicht | © Regionalmanagement Lavanttal GmbH | Erich Schober
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Knödelhütte

The Knödelhütte is located right at the state border between Carinthia and Styria and is a wonderful starting point...
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snack bar Trisselwand

The Jausnerei Trisselwand in Grundlsee is a rustic place to stop at an altitude of about 970 m. Hikers and day-trippers...
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Voisthalerhütte (ÖAV-Hütte, 1654 m)

Refuge of the Austrian Alpine Club located at 1,660 m above sea level, which was rebuilt in 2021.
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Zecki's hut

Treat yourself to culinary delights after a scenic walk through the Graggerschlucht gorge!
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  • Admont

Hesshütte

You can book your overnight stay at Hesshütte online.Take the waterfall trail Close to Hochtor and Planspitze, there...
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Dreieckhütte

The Dreieckhütte lies at 1452m above sea level and is open from mid-May to September 10th. It is located on the...
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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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Sennhütte auf der Hinteren Staritzen

Welcome to the hut on the "Hintere Staritze" at 1.524 m!
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All Kulinarium Steiermark huts at a glance

Styria attracts visitors with around 1,660 Alpine pastures and the Almenland Nature Park, one of the largest Alpine pasture areas in Europe. Kulinarium Steiermark consultant Willi Haider has selected 26 huts that offer the highest quality and genuine regionality. Here you can enjoy regional specialities such as homemade cheese, fresh alpine butter, hearty snacks and warm delicacies from cheese dumplings to venison ragout. There is also clear mountain air, sweeping views and real moments of enjoyment while hiking, biking, cross-country skiing or downhill skiing.

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.

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:

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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