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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 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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  • Schladming-Rohrmoos-Pichl

Giglachseehütte

The Giglachsee Hut is located on the Giglachsee lake surrounded by the impressive mountain world of the Schladminger...
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Interhütte on the Tauplitzalm | © Gerhard Lichtenauer
  • Tauplitz

Interhütte

The Interhütte is located after the Schwarzensee and the Leistalm. It is accessible only on foot.
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  • Gaal

Lorettohof

With us you can have a hearty breakfast, in our Jausenstub´n you can enjoy a delicious snack all day long and in the...
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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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  • Haus im Ennstal-Aich-Gössenberg

Naturfreunde Schutzhaus Kaibling Alm

in the middle of hiking und skiing
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Ottokar Kernstockhaus Rennfeld | © TV Kapfenberg
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  • Bruck an der Mur

Alpenvereins-Schutzhaus am Rennfeld

The Schutzhaus am Rennfeld is located in the west of the Fischbacher Alps. Due to its location at 1,629 meters, an...
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Huberalm entlang der Johnsbacher Almenrunde | © Christoph Lukas
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Huberalm

The Huberalm has been stylishly renovated in recent years and therefore shines in new splendour.
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Grünangerhütte | © Grünangerhütte
  • Bad Schwanberg

Grünangerhütte

The Grünangerhütte is a popular hiking destination - in summer as well as in winter!
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Zeiringeralm in Johnsbach | © Thomas Sattler
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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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Moaralm-Hohentauern-Murtal-Steiermark | © Erlbnisregion Murtal
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Moaralm

Quaint little cottage surrounded by unspoiled nature.
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Almhütte Wieseralm | © TV Region Graz - René Vidalli
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Almgasthof refuge Wieseralm

Refuge with alpine specialities in Frohnleiten
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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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