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. 

Edelweißhütte auf der Mariazeller Bürgeralpe | © TVB Mariazeller Land / Fred Lindmoser
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  • Mariazell

Edelweißhütte

Welcome to the hut "Edelweißhütte" on the Mariazeller Bürgeralpe at 1,.66 m above sea level!
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  • Naturpark Sölktäler

Schönwetterhütte

Nature Park Sölktäler
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Trahütter Hütte | © Trahütter Hütte
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Trahütter Hütte

Excursion destination in the district of Deutschlandsberg on Styrian Way of St. James.
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Glatzl Trahütten Alm in St. Lorenzen am Wechsel | © Glatzl Trahütten Alm
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Glatzl Trahütten Alm

Ideal hiking destination with a wonderful panorama and delicious refreshments!
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Einkehren beim Wirtbartl | © Tv Südsteiermark | Nadine Geuter Photography
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  • Wies

Almhütte Wirtbartl

Since 1865, when a certain Bartlmä Maritschnegg, opened an inn, this exists until today without interruption! In...
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Snack station Grassauer_Way_Eastern Styria | © Tourismusverband Oststeiermark
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  • Pernegg

Snack station Grassauer

The Grassauer snack station is ideal for a snack before or after the hike in the Bärenschützklamm. The station is...
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Die Hütte | © TV Hochsteiermark / Brigitte Digruber
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Sennhütte auf der Weißalm

Welcome to the hut on the Weißalm at 1.429 m!
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  • Turnau - Seewiesen

Almausschank Tanschen

Your place to stop on the Camino de Santiago!
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Die Almrauschhütte im Winter
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Almrauschhütte Bürgeralm

Located on hiking trail no.862, a 2-hour walk from Aflenz Kurort. The Bürgeralm can also be easily reached with the...
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Blick zur Häuslalmhütte
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Häuselalmhütte (1526 m)

The Häuslalmhütte is located 1526 m above sea level near the Sackwiesensee (highest but warmest lake in the...
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Rottenmanner Hütte | © Thomas Sattler
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Rottenmanner Hütte

Laughter is healthy Where there is faith, there is also laughter, Martin Luther once said - and indeed. If you are on...
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  • St. Marein/Feistritz

Weinmeisterboden Hütte

The Weinmeisterboden Hütte is a great starting point for hikes in the Seckau Alps.
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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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