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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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Die Almrauschhütte im Winter
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  • 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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Jausenstation Bischof | © Jausenstation Bischof vlg. Gangl
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  • Schöder

Jausenstation Bischof vlg. Gangl

Those who settle down in the snack station to enjoy their snack will be served exquisite products with regional...
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Albert Appelhaus, Grundlsee, Schutzhütte | © Alpenverein Schanzl
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Albert-Appel-Haus Mountain Hut

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  • Schladming-Rohrmoos-Pichl

Preintalerhütte

located at the round of the Klafferkessel
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A Kurvn no zur Jaga Alm | © TV Kapfenberg
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  • St. Marein im Mürztal, Frauenberg

Jaga Alm

the Jaga-Alm
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Weichboldhütte

Lärchkaralm
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Blick auf die Almen | © Christian Scheucher
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Wagenbänkalm

Blueberry Sea Bent bodies, blue-colored teeth, smacking noises - whatever makes you get carried away on Halloween...
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Jausenstation Wedam | © Tourismusverband Murau
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Jausenstation Wedam

Let us spoil you with simple but delicious cuisine!
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Alois-Günther-House_sunrise_Eastern Styria | © Gemeinde Rettenegg
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  • Rettenegg

Alois-Günther_House

Welcome to the highest point of the Fischbacher Apen, the Alois-Günther-Haus on the summit of the Stuhleck at 1.782...
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  • Schladming-Rohrmoos-Pichl

Waldhornalm

Starting point for hikes up to Hauser Kaibling
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Rieglerhütte AA | © Rieglerhütte
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Rieglerhut

Holidays right on the slopes of the Kreischberg. The long-standing tradition of the Rieglerhütte stands not only for...
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HoferAlm-Außenansicht-Murtal-Steiermark | © Grete Pichler
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  • St. Margarethen b. Knittelfeld

Hofer Hütte

Rustic hut with great snacks and beautiful views of the Murtal.
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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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