At the Breitlahnhütte in the Sölktäler Nature Park | © TVB Schladming-Dachstein | SupersusiCom At the Breitlahnhütte in the Sölktäler Nature Park | © TVB Schladming-Dachstein | SupersusiCom
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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Johnsleitnerhütte in Gnanitz, Tauplitz | © Johnsleitnerhütte
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  • 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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Almgasthaus Hutterer | © A. Steininger
  • Bruck an der Mur

Almgasthaus Hutterer

The Almgasthaus Hutterer is located on the Pischkberg at 1031 m and offers hikers a place to stay with a cozy...
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  • Haus im Ennstal-Aich-Gössenberg

Naturfreunde Schutzhaus Kaibling Alm

in the middle of hiking und skiing
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  • Haus im Ennstal-Aich-Gössenberg

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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Außen Sommer
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  • Oberwölz-Lachtal

Kleinlachtalhütte

The Kleinlachtalhütte is located at 1733 meters above sea level and is managed as a snack station from July to...
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  • Ramsau am Dachstein

Lärchbodenalm

open only in summer...
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Grasserhütte mit Fölzstein
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  • 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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Almhütte Wieseralm | © TV Region Graz - René Vidalli
  • Frohnleiten

Almgasthof refuge Wieseralm

Refuge with alpine specialities in Frohnleiten
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Schutzhaus Turnaueralm
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  • Turnau - Seewiesen

Schutzhaus Turnaueralm

Servus on the Turnaueralm! In the middle of the Upper Styrian Almenland between Kapfenberg and Mariazell.
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Schlagerbauer auf der Hinteregger Alm in Liezen | © Christoph Lukas
  • Liezen

Schlagerbaueralm

Psst, willst du einen Geheimtipp aus erster Hand?Es ist, als hättest du die Hauptrolle in einem geschmackvollen...
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LeibmingerHütte-Außenansicht-Murtal-Steiermark | © Koller Günter
  • St. Margarethen b. Knittelfeld

Leibminger Hütte

Griaß di, servus und hallo in the family park and in the Leibminger Hütte in the Preggraben
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Dorferhütte
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  • Schöder

Dorferhütte

The Dorferhütte is a managed hut at the foot of the Sölkpass. There you will find simple and rustic rooms in an...
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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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