Best huts around Reißeck are located in the High Tauern of Carinthia, Austria, offering an alpine environment for mountain enthusiasts. This region provides a base for exploring the surrounding peaks and valleys. Huts serve as accommodation and starting points for various mountain activities. The area features a diverse landscape with opportunities for hiking and enjoying mountain views.
Last updated: July 6, 2026
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The bike path from Mallnitz to Spittal is well signposted! Some sections require chunkier tires! 🚵♂️ There's plenty of interesting things to see and some great places to stop for a break!
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The bike path from Mallnitz to Möllbrücke is well signposted! Some sections require chunkier tires! 🚵♂️
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Super nice hut and an incredibly nice hut host!
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Including free parking directly on the route of the tour
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One of the most beautiful huts I know: beautifully situated, on Lake Dösener, at the end of a valley with a rock glacier. Nice hut owners (Bernd and Pia), swimming (if it's not too cold for you), good food, rocks reflected in the lake, beautiful view of the valley (at the edge with cell phone reception) and an easily doable 3000m peak (Säuleck) right in front of you. Recommended!
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Great hut good food and good pine schnapps
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For families, the Schwussner Hut is an excellent choice, known for its easy-to-walk path from the Ankogelbahn valley station and traditional dishes like Kaiserschmarren. Another great option is the Gmünder Hut, located directly on the Malta High Alpine Road, which is also family-friendly and offers tasty food.
Yes, the Niedersachsenhaus, situated at 2,471 meters, provides spectacular panoramic views of the glacier world of the Goldberg Group and the Hohe Tauern peaks, especially from its sun terrace. The Arthur von Schmid House at Lake Dösener also offers a great view of the lake and surrounding mountains.
Many huts in the Reißeck region are known for their hearty cuisine and welcoming atmosphere. For instance, the Reißeckhütte offers hikers, climbers, and families hearty dishes. The Kohlmaierhütte is a rustic refreshment stop with traditional home-style cooking, including homemade cheese products. The Schwussner Hut is praised for its delicious spaetzle and Kaiserschmarren.
The Reißeckhütte is an ideal starting point for ascents of peaks like Reißeck (2,965 m) and is part of the Reißeck High Trail and the Rupertiweg. The Niedersachsenhaus serves as a mountaineering hub for tours to Herzog-Ernst-Spitze, Schareck, and Hoher Sonnblick. The Arthur von Schmid House at Lake Dösener is also a perfect starting point for further mountain tours in the Hohe Tauern National Park.
Accessibility varies. The Reißeckhütte can be reached via a challenging 5.5-hour hike from Mühldorf. The Niedersachsenhaus is best accessed from Sportgastein with a challenging 2.5-hour hike. For easier access, the Gießener Hut is easily accessible via the Gößkarspeicher car park, and the Gmünder Hut is directly on the Malta High Alpine Road with free parking.
The Reißeck region offers a variety of outdoor activities. You can enjoy hiking on trails of varying difficulty, from easy loops like the 'Kreuzeckbahn Mountain Station – Mernikalm loop' to more difficult routes such as the 'Trail to Mernikalm – Kleiner Salzkofel Summit loop'. For more details on hiking, visit the Hiking around Reißeck guide. There are also options for gravel biking, with routes like the 'Möll River Cycle Path' available; explore these in the Gravel biking around Reißeck guide.
Yes, several huts provide overnight stays. The Reißeckhütte offers 12 beds in smaller rooms and 10 mattress bunks. The Niedersachsenhaus has 12 beds and 46 campsites, totaling 80 sleeping places. The Arthur von Schmid House at Lake Dösener is a large mountain hut that also offers accommodation.
Most huts in the Reißeck region are open during the warmer months. For example, the Reißeckhütte is open from early July to late September, and the Kohlmaierhütte operates from May to October, weather permitting. Summer is generally the best time for hiking and enjoying the alpine environment.
The Reißeckhütte, established in 1908, initially served as a crucial starting point for exploring the Reißeck Group. The Arthur von Schmid House at Lake Dösener is also notable, having celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2011.
Absolutely. The Arthur von Schmid House is beautifully located right next to Lake Dösener in the heart of the Hohe Tauern National Park. The Reißeckhütte is situated directly beneath the dam of the Großer Mühldorfer See reservoir, offering a unique setting.
For beginners or those seeking easier routes, the path to the Schwussner Hut from the Ankogelbahn valley station is very easy to walk. The Gmünder Hut is also easily accessible directly from the Malta High Alpine Road, making it a convenient stop.
The Niedersachsenhaus offers a freely accessible winter room that can accommodate six people, catering to winter sports enthusiasts. It's important to check specific hut opening times and conditions for winter visits.


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