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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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Bärentalhütte | © TV Sulmtal-Koralm
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  • Bad Schwanberg

Bärentalhütte

The Bärentalhütte is a popular hiking destination for young and old!
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  • Schladming-Rohrmoos-Pichl

Schladminger Hütte

Cosy mountain restaurant on the Planai!
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  • Ramsau am Dachstein

Fliegenpilz Restaurant

This rustic hut is over 450 years old. In winter, the Jausenstation Fliegenpilz is easily accessible via...
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  • Bad Mitterndorf

Lenzbauer Alm

The Lenzbauer Alm is open from spring to autumn from Thursday to Sunday.
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  • Hohentauern

Moaralm

Quaint little cottage surrounded by unspoiled nature.
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  • Ramsau am Dachstein

Glösalm

Family run inn in the Ramsau alpine pasture area. Easily accessible hiking and excursion destination.
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Jausenstation Tscheppa
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  • St. Georgen am Kreischberg

Jausenstation Tscheppa

Here you will be spoiled with local specialties and products from our own production.
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Die Michlbauerhütte | © Naturpark Mürzer Oberland
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  • Neuberg an der Mürz

Michlbauerhütte

Here at the Michlbauerhütte, we attach great importance to the regionality of our products. Bratwurst, sausages,...
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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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  • Mürzzuschlag

Ganzalmhaus

The Ganzalmhaus can also be reached via the mountain bike route, the Mürz Valley Alpine Tour.
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  • Kapfenberg

Einkehr Prieselbauer

Stop at Prieselbauer Located directly on the Wulfingweg - culinary delicacies - petting zoo
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  • Leoben

Stadlmaier-Alm

The Leobner Genussalm - a great hiking and excursion destination for the whole family.
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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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