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. 

Glitzhütte Herzlich Willkommen | © Glitzhütte
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Glitzhütte

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  • Schladming-Rohrmoos-Pichl

Lärchkogelhütte

Here you will find a cosy ambience, a familiar team, delicious food, various drinks, an inviting sun terrace when 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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Kink Hütte auf der Hinteregger Alm | © Christian Scheucher
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Kink Hütte

Psst, want a first-hand insider tip? It's as if you had the leading role in a tasteful home movie. The Hintereggeralm,...
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Knödelhütte-Außenansicht | © Regionalmanagement Lavanttal GmbH | Erich Schober
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Knödelhütte

The Knödelhütte is located right at the state border between Carinthia and Styria and is a wonderful starting point...
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Malleisten Alm

Stopping at the Malleisten Alm
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Da Sepp

The extraordinary awaits you here. We break with the tradition of classic ski huts - which is exactly why the Einhorn...
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Ischler Hütte, Altaussee, Hütte | © Bernhard Auer
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Ischler Hütte

The alpine club hut is located on the edge of the Totes Gebirge.
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Luegeralm

Lueger Alm - small cozy alpine hut
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GH Hiaslegg | © FVV Tragöß-St. Katharein
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Almwirtshaus Hiaslegg

The most rustic hut between Trofaiach and Tragöß. The Almwirtshaus Hiaslegg delights with hearty food, a cosy...
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Snack Station at the Alm Adventure Park Teichalm

The "Jausnerei" is located in the Almerlebnispark on the Teichalm towards Schüsserlbrunn, Tyrnauerlam, and the...
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Hans-Wödl-Hütte

Day-trip destination and starting point for alpine tours
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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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