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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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  • Gaal

Steinwender snack station

The Steinwenderhütte with its award-winning Styrian cheese is definitely worth a visit.
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Sportpension Reiter at the Planneralm

Family business with tradition.
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  • Ramsau am Dachstein

Dachsteinhaus

Dachsteinhaus lies on the southern slope of the Brandriedel. The Gasthaus was built in 1930 and has stayed within the...
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Shelter Waldbauernrast - riding stable Schneeberger

Cozy shelter next to the Schneeberger riding stable!
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Duisitzkarseehütte

Directly at the romantic Duisitzkar lake.
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Teichwirt Voitsberg

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Onkel Willy's Hütte

Since summer 2019, the grandsons of "Uncle Willi" - Patrick and Manuel with their friend Fischi - are now at the...
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Giglachseehütte

The Giglachsee Hut is located on the Giglachsee lake surrounded by the impressive mountain world of the Schladminger...
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Zeiringeralm

Cowbells and harmonica When the instruments are unpacked on the Zeiringeralm, no bench remains free from the swing. The...
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s`Hüttenplatzerl

"s'Hüttenplatzerl" is a lovingly run family business at 1836 meters above sea level in the popular skiing and hiking...
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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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Mountain Inn Hollhaus

The cozy inn is located at 1,650 meters above sea level directly on the Tauplitzalm. In summer, countless hikes lead...
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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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