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Architectural gems among Tyrol's mountain huts

Cottage romance? Yes, but with charm and style! Our selected Tyrolean mountain huts are not only inviting hiking destinations, but also architecturally worth seeing. On their charming high seats, they present themselves as original contemporary witnesses and proud soloists - from rustic to unconventional, from simple to bold. At the same time, they are wonderfully adapted - to stone and rock, landscape and tradition. It's a wonderful moment when you see them for the first time on a tour: Soon you will have reached your destination!
    • Difficultymedium
    • Length17.9 km
    • Duration6:00 h
    • Elevation uphill800 m
    • PlaceFinkenberg, Zillertal / Zillertaler Alpen
  • Listed stone house ensemble at 2,042 metres at the head of the Zemmgrund valley
  • The oldest and largest mountain hut in the Zillertal Alps, built in 1879
  • Elaborate panelling and chandeliers in the foyer and dining room
  • Several three-thousand metre peaks in the surrounding area

Storytime: Mountain Huts Close Up: Berlin Hut

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    • Difficultymedium
    • Length9.3 km
    • Duration5:30 h
    • Elevation uphill862 m
    • PlaceKals am Großglockner / Glocknergruppe
  • at 2,802 metres on the East Tyrolean side of the Grossglockner, in the Hohe Tauern National Park
  • Unusual architecture with aluminium and shingle cladding
  • A prime example of weather-adapted, energy-optimised construction in the high mountains
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    • Length15.0 km
    • Duration2:00 h
    • Elevation uphill935 m
    • PlaceTristach / Gailtaler Alpen
  • spectacularly embedded at 1,620 metres in the mountains of the Lienz Dolomites
  • built from larch trunks from the surrounding forests
  • Larch shingles, wood panelling, hunter's parlour, fireplace bar, open fireplace, two terraces, rooms with large window fronts
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    • Difficultymedium
    • Length14.6 km
    • Duration7:10 h
    • Elevation uphill1,080 m
    • PlaceVirgen in Osttirol / Venedigergruppe
  • beautiful ensemble of buildings at 2,350 metres in the Virgental valley in East Tyrol
  • Unusual architectural appearance due to octagonal design
  • new sun terrace, pretty attic rooms
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    • Difficultymedium
    • Length10.3 km
    • Duration6:50 h
    • Elevation uphill1,080 m
    • PlacePrägraten am Großvenediger / Venedigergruppe
  • castle-like, imposing refuge at 2,575 metres above Prägraten
  • imposing stone corner towers
  • Base for several long-distance hiking trails and the "highest Way of the Cross in the Alps", a high-alpine pilgrimage trail with 14 stations
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    • Difficultymedium
    • Length26.8 km
    • Duration9:30 h
    • Elevation uphill1,020 m
    • PlaceVomp / Karwendel
  • Listed, traditional mountain hut at 1,848 metres at the foot of the spectacular Laliderer Walls
  • Larch shingles, green, wood-panelled "Urstube", cosy modern rooms, own seminar room
  • Base for the 4-day "Karwendeltour"

Storytime: close up Falkenhütte

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    • Difficultymedium
    • Length6.1 km
    • Duration3:00 h
    • Elevation uphill600 m
    • PlaceFinkenberg, Zillertal / Zillertaler Alpen
  • Contemporary hut architecture at 2,389 metres below the mighty summit of the Olperer
  • Large panoramic window with views of the Schlegeis reservoir and several three-thousand metre peaks
  • Panorama suspension bridge near the hut: one of the most popular alpine photo spots
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    • Difficultymedium
    • Length4.1 km
    • Duration3:39 h
    • Elevation uphill1,151 m
    • PlaceNeustift im Stubaital / Stubaier Alpen
  • A building ensemble worth seeing at 2,286 metres in the Stubai Alps, in one of the most beautiful high mountain landscapes in Tyrol with a mountain lake and waterfall
  • Listed old building, extended by a contemporary wooden cube
  • rustic Swiss stone pine parlour, cosy rooms, attractive seminar room, sustainable management
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    • Difficultydifficult
    • Length17.6 km
    • Elevation uphill425 m
    • PlaceKufstein / Kaisergebirge
  • A historic refuge worth seeing at 829 metres on the Kaiserbach stream in the quiet Kaisertal valley
  • Traditional flair, spacious rooms, small chapel nearby
  • beautiful square in front of the house with lots of play facilities for children
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    • Difficultymedium
    • Length13.0 km
    • Duration5:00 h
    • Elevation uphill651 m
    • PlaceJochberg / Kitzbüheler Alpen
  • impressive refuge at 1,432 metres above Aurach in the Kitzbühel Alps
  • Former miners' house of the copper mining industry, whose historical character has been preserved, partly with original interior, complemented by contemporary comfort
  • Family-friendly mountain holiday hut with natural playground and slackline
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