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. 

Stubenberghaus | © Kurkommission St.Radegund
  • St. Radegund bei Graz

Stubenberghaus

Highest enjoyment: the Stubenberghaus combines mountain views, regional cuisine, and comfort
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  • Naturpark Sölktäler

Jägeralm

Nature Park Sölktäler
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Rudolf-Schober- Hütte
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  • Krakau

Rudolf-Schober-Hütte

The Rudolf-Schober-Hütte (1,667 m) is an alpine club hut and is located a little below the Great and Small...
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Zirma-Alm | © Zirma-Alm
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  • Wies

Zirma-Alm

The Zirma-Alm is a new excursion destination opened in 2021 at 1,300m above sea level. The alpine hut is easily...
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Lindenstüberl_Sign_Eastern Styria | © Tourismusverband Oststeiermark
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Lindenstüberl

The Lindenstüberl is a small snack station with a cozy resting place under linden trees and with a great view. Many...
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Shelter Hut Eibisberg_Outside view_Eastern Styria | © Tourismusverband Oststeiermark
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  • St. Kathrein am Offenegg

Shelter Hut Eibisberg

The Eibisberg refuge and snack station is located at 1,200 meters above sea level. Hikers can stop here and eat a...
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Hoanzl-Außenansicht-Murtal-Steiermark | © Jausenstation Hoanzl
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  • Pölstal

Jausenstation Hoanzl

At the Hoanzl a snack is always a story, a cider and a schnaps everything is a poem.
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Zeiringeralm in Johnsbach | © Thomas Sattler
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  • Admont

Zeiringeralm

Cowbells and harmonica When the instruments are unpacked on the Zeiringeralm, no bench remains free from the swing. The...
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Interhütte on the Tauplitzalm | © Gerhard Lichtenauer
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  • Tauplitz

Interhütte

The Interhütte is located after the Schwarzensee and the Leistalm. It is accessible only on foot.
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Schmollhube | © Stadtgemeinde Leoben - BÜKO
  • Leoben

Schmollhube

Alpine hut with a view and warmth
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Almgasthaus Puster | © M. Maili
  • Bruck an der Mur

Madereck Almgasthaus Puster

The Almgasthaus am Madereck can be heard in 1000 m, 1.5 hours walking time. Bruck's local mountain is an ideal...
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Bergbauern Lackneralm | © Stefan Leitner
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Bergbauern Lackneralm - Naturfreundehütte

One hut, two names and lots of viewsNature lovers of all kinds get together at the weekends. Then they hike to the cosy...
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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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