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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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  • Gröbminger Land

Michaelerberghaus

We spoil our guests with rustic cabins meals and personal care.
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  • Schladming-Rohrmoos-Pichl

Da Sepp

The extraordinary awaits you here. We break with the tradition of classic ski huts, and that's exactly why the Einhorn...
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  • Fladnitz an der Teichalm

Gerlerkogel hut

The Gerlerkogelhütte is located at approx. 1,230 meters above sea level and is the ideal destination for hungry and...
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  • Bad Schwanberg

Suchaalm-Hütte

The Suchaalm is located at 1275m above sea level at the Seebachtal, in the middle of the Koralm area between...
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  • Naturpark Sölktäler

Schleinhütte

Nature Park Sölktäler
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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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Grasserhütte mit Fölzstein
  • Thörl

Grasserhütte (1472 m)

Popular and rustic alpine hut on the Fölzalm at 1484 m above sea level. The Fölzalm is one of the most popular hiking...
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  • Admont

Grabneralm

Shortly before the Grabnerstein No Gesäuse without Grabneralm! Perhaps the alpine nature trail, the many goats or the...
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  • Schladming-Rohrmoos-Pichl

Duisitzkarseehütte

Directly at the romantic Duisitzkar lake.
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Greimhütte
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Greimhütte

After a long wait, the Greimhütte will reopen in May 2024!
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Rührerbauer

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  • Naturpark Sölktäler

Kaltenbachalm

Nature Park Sölktäler
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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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