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Walking group near Grieralm in the Tuxertal (Zillertal Alps, Route 33)

Many walks in this guide choose a mountain hut as their destination, for the majority are not only situated among exciting landscapes, but have refreshments available on arrival. Multi-day hut-to-hut tours, of which several are included in this book, are an Austrian speciality worth tackling.

HUT CATEGORIES

Huts belonging to either the ÖAV or DAV are divided into three categories which offer discounts of varying amounts on overnight charges (not meals) for Alpenverein members – including members of the UK branch of the Austrian Alpine Club (see below).

 Category I: These huts are usually situated at least 1hr’s walk from mechanised transport or the nearest road, and may have basic facilities. Members have priority in allocation of accommodation, and claim a minimum 50% reduction.

 Category II: Located in popular areas, and usually reached by road or cableway, these huts are often open throughout the year. With better facilities and more varied catering than at Category I huts, members have a minimum discount of 30%.