Hölzlerhütte at the Eselsberger Alm | © Steiermark Tourismus | Günther Steininger Hölzlerhütte at the Eselsberger Alm | © Steiermark Tourismus | Günther Steininger
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 1,666 alpine pastures and huts. They are surrounded by a national park, seven nature parks, one UNESCO biosphere park and more than 50 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 alpine mountain 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. 

Sattelhaus 01 | © Martha Reischl
  • Maria Lankowitz

Oskar Schauer Haus / Sattelhaus

Between mountain meadows and delicacies – hut idyll in the Lipizzaner homeland.
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  • Grimming-Donnersbachtal

Oxenalm

The "kuhl" hut.
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Stoakogl Hut_House_Eastern Styria | © Tourismusverband Oststeiermark
  • St. Kathrein am Offenegg

Stoakogl hut

The Stoakoglhütte is located at almost 1,400 meters above sea level on the Sommeralm and is open all year round. Here,...
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Hütte am See | © Marschnig
  • Vordernberg

Diving Center Alpsaquarium Lake Grüblsee

on the Grüblsee the highest diving centre in Europe
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  • Kindberg

Zinki's Jausenbrettl

Zinkis Jausnbrettl in the middle of Muerzhofen.
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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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Stoahand Hut_Outside_Eastern Styria | © Stoahandhütte
  • Breitenau am Hochlantsch

Stoahand hut

The "Stoahandhütte" is located on the Sommeralm between the Heulantsch and the Plankogel. You can stop here during the...
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Heberthütte Wintersonne | © Tourismusverband Murau
  • Oberwölz-Lachtal

Heberthütte

At 1650 m above sea level, in a top location, directly on the ski slope, is the hut with large sun terrace. The visit...
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Grazer Hütte mit Bergpanorama | © Anna Wolf
  • Krakau

Grazer Hütte

This rustic alpine hut stands for honest, regional cuisine and genuine hospitality.
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  • Grimming-Donnersbachtal

Mörsbachwirt

Theo's urige Hütte.
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  • Haus im Ennstal-Aich-Gössenberg

d'Genussalm (by Alpine Genusswelten)

The gastronomy at d'Genussalm at the popular Hauser Kaibling is open for everyone.
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Müller Huam | © Müller
  • Mautern in der Steiermark

Müller Huam

Almjaus'n and more... Where enjoyment and coziness feel at home!
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All Kulinarium Steiermark huts at a glance

Styria attracts visitors with around 1,660 Alpine pastures and the Almenland Nature Park, one of the largest Alpine pasture areas in Europe. Kulinarium Steiermark consultant Willi Haider has selected 26 huts that offer the highest quality and genuine regionality. Here you can enjoy regional specialities such as homemade cheese, fresh alpine butter, hearty snacks and warm delicacies from cheese dumplings to venison ragout. There is also clear mountain air, sweeping views and real moments of enjoyment while hiking, biking, cross-country skiing or downhill skiing.

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.

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:

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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