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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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Jausenstation Speckbauer
  • St. Peter Kbg.

Hofladen Speckbauer

The name "Speckbauer" alone reveals what the skill of the farmers lies in - they produce delicious smoked and fresh...
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  • Schladming-Rohrmoos-Pichl

Lärchkogelhütte

Here you will find a cosy ambience, a familiar team, delicious food, various drinks, an inviting sun terrace when the...
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Lindenstüberl_Sign_Eastern Styria | © Tourismusverband Oststeiermark
  • St. Kathrein am Offenegg

Lindenstüberl

The Lindenstüberl is a small snack station with a cozy resting place under linden trees and with a great view. Many...
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GrillerHütte-Ansicht1-Murtal-Steiermark | © Erlebnisregion Murtal
  • Pusterwald

Griller Hütte

Beautiful hut surrounded by unspoilt nature.
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  • Gaal

Jausenstation Reicher Hube

The rustic hut is located directly on the way to the Ingeringsee and is definitely worth a detour with its wonderful...
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Jausenstation Stadlbauer
  • Stadl-Predlitz-Turrach

Jausenstation Stadlbauer

Typical Styrian specialties await you in a cozy hut atmosphere.
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  • Ramsau am Dachstein

Silberkarhütte

At the end of the Silberkarklamm, after approx. 35 min and 200 metres in altitude, you will reach the Silberkarhütte...
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Huberalm entlang der Johnsbacher Almenrunde | © Christoph Lukas
  • Admont

Huberalm

The Huberalm has been stylishly renovated in recent years and therefore shines in new splendour.
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  • Trofaiach

Almwirtshaus Hiaslegg

The Almwirtshaus is located on a pass between Tragöß and Trofaiach and is the starting point for numerous hikes, such...
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  • Naturpark Sölktäler

Harmeralm

Nature Park Sölktäler
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Bär | © TV Hochsteiermark / Brigitte Digruber
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  • Mariazell

Ski- und Wanderhütte "Zum Bäreneck" Engleitner

Enjoy the magical view of the Styrian mountains of the foothills of the Alps from the cozy tavern at 1,222m above sea...
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  • Schladming-Rohrmoos-Pichl

Wieslechalm

Enjoy the view from 1,300 m above sea level of the Dachstein mountains and the upper Ennstal valley. W-LAN is of...
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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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