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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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Schneeberger_Riding stable_Eastern Styria | © Reitstall Schneeberger
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  • Schäffern

Shelter Waldbauernrast - riding stable Schneeberger

Cozy shelter next to the Schneeberger riding stable!
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  • Naturpark Sölktäler

Jägeralm

Nature Park Sölktäler
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  • Schladming-Rohrmoos-Pichl

Guest house Bankwirt

The child and family friendly farm in the idyllic Preunegg valley is located 10 km southwest of Schladminger, at an...
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  • Ramsau am Dachstein

Gasthof Hunerkogel

The 3-Star Hunerkogel Inn profits from its proximity to the Dachstein Gondola. As it lies at 1.700 metres above sea...
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  • Breitenau am Hochlantsch

Styrian Jockl

The rustic snack station on Hochlantsch and right next to the Schüsserlbrunn pilgrimage church welcomes guests with...
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  • Gröbminger Land

Wirthütte

Hut on the Viehbergalm.
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  • Schladming-Rohrmoos-Pichl

Schafalm Planai

That's the motto of the Schafalm: Where time still takes its time. Very close to the gondola top station and yet far...
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  • Schladming-Rohrmoos-Pichl

Fahrlechhütte

In the valley Obertal.
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Almgasthaus Göriacheralm | © Almgasthaus Göriacheralm / Familie Strobl
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Alpine Inn Göriacheralm

The cozy Stroblhütte on the Göriacheralm (1429 m) can be easily reached in 1 hour's walk from the Seebergalm (car...
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Panoramaschenke Tertinek | © Panoramaschenke Tertinek | Fam. Tertinek
  • Oberhaag

Panoramaschenke Tertinek

Our farm is located directly at the exit of the Altenbachklamm. In our panoramic tavern we will be happy to spoil you...
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Hallerhaus

Cozy snack station in the middle of nature!
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Berallerhütte - Kotalm

Pure nature, regional products directly from the farm, specialities - Alpine butter, Styrian cheese and more
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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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