Managed huts and mountain pastures
Managed alpine pastures and huts in winter
Culinary moments of indulgence in the Alps: the huts in Pyhrn-Priel spoil you with regional specialities and homemade delicacies. Enjoy savoury and sweet cuisine prepared from fresh, regional ingredients. Whether a hearty Brettljause, delicious Kaiserschmarrn or a warming goulash - everyone gets their money's worth here.
Interesting facts about managed alpine pastures and huts in the Pyhrn-Priel holiday region
Managed huts and mountain pastures are mountain huts that are open during the season and where you can stop for refreshments and rest. They often offer hearty cuisine with regional products and a cosy atmosphere.
You can also spend the night in many huts and set off on a mountain tour the next day.
- Equipment: Sleeping bag, sleeping mat and headlamp are often required.
- Catering: Enquire in advance whether half board or full board is offered.
- Rest period in the hut: Night-time rest is usually from 10 pm.
- Cash: In many huts you can only pay in cash.
Yes, especially in the high season it is advisable to book your overnight stay in good time, as places are limited.
For families with children, shorter hikes to mountain pastures with playgrounds or animals are ideal. The Gowilalm and the Puglalm, for example, are very family-friendly.
Our tip for children with the Pyhrn-Priel AktivCard: Get your free hiking stick and the Stocknagel collector's pass at one of the tourist offices. This makes hiking even more fun!
Dogs are allowed in some huts, but often only by prior arrangement!
- Culinary delights: Regional specialities, homemade cakes and drinks.
- Accommodation: Many huts offer overnight accommodation in rooms or dormitories.
- Cosy atmosphere: Often with a tiled stove, terrace and magnificent views.
- Information: The hut keepers know the region inside out and can give you tips for hikes and activities.
The Pyhrn-Priel region is known for its savoury cuisine. You can look forward to dishes such as Kasnocken, Kaspressknödel, farmhouse bread, bacon and cheese as well as sweet pastries. Many huts use products from their own farms.
The huts can usually be reached on foot or by cable car. Some huts can also be reached by car (e.g. on the Hengstpass).
Find out more in the Pyhrn-Priel Alpine pastures and huts brochure or on our homepage.
Many huts are situated in scenic locations and offer breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.
Here are a few examples: Gowilalm, Hofalm, Dümlerhütte, Zellerhütte, Karlhütte, Puglalm, Löger-Hütt'n, Höss-Salettl, Steyrerhütte and of course the Prielschutzhaus.
A visit to a serviced hut will turn your hike or holiday in Pyhrn-Priel into an unforgettable experience.
- Up-to-date: Check the tourism website regularly to see if there have been any changes to the opening times or trail conditions.
- Safety: Plan your hike carefully and find out about the current weather conditions.
- Respect for nature: Leave no traces and take your rubbish back with you.
