Overnighting
at Huts in Grossarltal
Many alpine huts offer rooms or dormitory-style accommodations where you can also experience authentic mountain life up close. You'll have the chance to observe or even assist your host hill farmers in their daily chores. In the morning, you'll be woken up by the gentle clanging of cowbells, and after a hearty hut breakfast, you'll be fully fueled for your upcoming hike.
It's worth noting that most huts provide only basic amenities. Not all of them have running water, showers, or toilets. And if you're looking for Wi-Fi or cell phone reception, you're out of luck—what you will find, though, is plenty of peace and quiet to help you unwind. So, make sure to check in advance what to expect and what you should bring along, such as a liner for the sleeping bag.
Since the smaller, more rustic mountain huts often have limited beds, it's advisable to book your stay as early as possible. The easiest way to do this is by phone or email. Here you can find all the information and contact details for the huts.
Tips for staying overnight at a mountain hut
Mountain hut etiquette
Spending the night at a mountain hut is a special experience. With good preparation and considerate behaviour, you can help ensure that all guests enjoy their stay.
Reserve your sleeping place in good time
Sleeping places at mountain huts are limited, so book well in advance. Should you be unable to stay overnight after all, please cancel your reservation in good time.
Sign the hut book
Where available, add your name to the hut book. This is particularly helpful on multi-day hikes, as it allows your route to be traced in an emergency.
Bring a sleeping bag liner and indoor shoes
At some mountain huts in Grossarltal, you will need a sleeping bag liner for your overnight stay. Check in advance what you need to bring to the particular hut.
Tip: Change out of your hiking boots and into hut shoes or slippers once you arrive.
Be considerate of other guests
Store your equipment neatly and take up as little space as possible. Please be considerate towards other guests. Quiet hours generally apply from 10.00 pm to 6.00 am. However, the exact times vary from hut to hut and may also depend on whether you are staying in a shared dormitory or a private room.
Use water and electricity sparingly
At many huts, water in particular is only available in limited quantities. Please use both water and electricity sparingly.
Take your rubbish back down into the valley
Please take everything you bring up the mountain back down into the valley with you. This also applies to fruit scraps, tissues and cigarette ends.
Check self-catering arrangements in advance
Self-catering is generally not permitted. Exceptions may apply in designated areas at certain Alpine Club huts. These are usually available to members only and must be agreed with the hut host in advance.
Check whether dogs are allowed
Dogs are not permitted at every mountain hut in Grossarltal. Before setting off, contact the hut hosts directly to check whether your dog can be accommodated at the respective hut.
