Hut-to-hut Group tour Zillertaler Alps

We start this hiking week in the picturesque mountain village of Ginzling, where we spend the night at Gasthof Breitlahner before starting our tour. The first day we take a walk-in walk towards the Berliner Hütte, a taste of the breathtaking landscapes that await us. After another night at Gasthof Breitlahner, we embark on three days of adventure and challenge, as we trek through the mountains, past lakes and glaciers. Weather permitting, we will also climb some of the mountain peaks. We will spend the nights in the mountain huts.

For this challenging hut tour, mountain hiking experience and a good physical condition are required. During the day, we will hike for an average of 6 to 8 hours over mountainous and steep terrain. We are accompanied by a Dutch-speaking, local certified mountain hiking guide. It takes us to the most beautiful places and ensures a safe mountain hiking experience. During this trip we spend the night in Gasthof Breitlahner and in the mountain huts in "Lager" or multi-bed rooms.

Don't expect a lot of luxury, but an unforgettable experience in the mountains. So put on your hiking boots and get ready for an unforgettable journey through one of the most beautiful mountain landscapes in Europe.

Alpengasthaus Breitlahner

The start and end point of our trip is the Alpengasthaus Breitlahner. It is beautifully situated at an altitude of 1257 m. in the beautiful Ginzling in the Zillertal. From the accommodation we have a spectacular view of the surrounding mountain peaks and the picturesque valley. The accommodation is authentic, simply furnished and offers the perfect place to relax after a long day in the mountains. In the evening we can enjoy the local specialties in the restaurant.

Day 1

Arrival Ginzling
We travel on our own to the starting point Gasthof Breitlahner in Ginzling. We will meet at the end of the afternoon where the guide will welcome us. 
He will tell you how the next few days will go and also look at the contents of the backpacks for the hut tour. 

Day 2

Start: Gasthof Breitlahner 1257 m
Destination: Gasthof Breitlahner via Olperer Hütte  2.388 m
Walking time: 6 hours

Circular walk
Our first day starts with a hearty breakfast at Gasthof Breitlahner. After breakfast, we get ready for a beautiful day hike towards the famous Olperer Hütte, located at an altitude of 2388 meters. Surrounded by numerous majestic mountain peaks that rise above 3000 meters, the Olperer Hütte is a beautiful destination in itself. During our hike, we will enjoy the breathtaking mountain scenery with its glaciers, crystal-clear mountain lakes and the vast alpine meadows.

Hiking information
Today we mainly walk on wide hiking trails, interspersed with smaller, rocky mountain paths.
Manageable altimeters +/- 950

Day 3

Start: Gasthof Stilliptal 1127 m
Final destination: Kasselerhütte  2177 m
Walking time: 6 hours

Hike to Kasseler Hütte
After a good breakfast we get ready for the first day of the hut tour. We pack our backpacks and start our walk through the woods where we enjoy beautiful views.
After a while, we will rise above the tree line and be rewarded with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and glaciers. In the afternoon we reach the Kasseler Hütte, located at an altitude of 2177 meters. This is a comfortable and cozy mountain hut, where we can relax and enjoy a good meal.

Hiking information
Today we mainly walk on good hiking trails, interspersed with smaller mountain paths over rocky ground.
Manageable altimeters up: 1050

Day 4

Start: Kasselerhütte  2177 m
Final destination: Greizer Hütte 2227 m
Walking time: 8 hours

Hike from Kasseler Hütte to Greizer Hütte
The 2nd day of our hut tour is a tough one. Narrow paths and a lot of rock and climbing.
Surrounded by glaciers, this day is extra unique

Hiking information
The hiking trails become rougher and are sometimes quite steep. Rock paths and sometimes some scrambling are our terrain today.
Manageable altimeters up: to 740 / down: 794

Day 5

Start: Greizer Hütte 2227 m
Final destination: Berliner Hütte 2042 m
Walking time: 9 hours

Hike from Greizer Hütte tot Berliner Hütte
Today we first have to go down before climbing to an altitude of 2870 meters. This day is full of challenges.

Hiking information
We start by climbing a ladder, followed by some narrow paths secured by steel cables. The transition via the Mörchenscharte is breathtaking. After the climb we see the Berliner Hütte in the distance. A very tough day but one to remember.
Manageable altimeters up: to 1095 / down: 1275

Day 6

Start: Berliner Hütte 2042 m
Destination: Gasthof Breitlahner 1257 m
Walking time: 5 hours

Berliner Hütte to Gasthof Breitlahner
On the last day of the hike, we have the opportunity, before we descend, to visit several beautiful places. This depends on the weather conditions and the wishes of the group. After a last lunch in the mountain hut, we hike back to our Gasthof Breitlahner.

Hiking information
We hike back to the Gasthof Breitlahner via beautiful forest paths.
Climbable altitude ascent 300 / descent 1100
Manageable altimeters up: to 300 / down: 1100

Day 7

We end the week with a joint breakfast and a beautiful mountain experience richer.

Would you like to stay in the Zillertal for a few more days? Please contact us for the possibilities. 

Our trips are organized on the basis of our own transport. This means that you take care of your own transport to the first starting point of your desired week. 
If desired, we can provide accommodation where you can stay before and after the week. Feel free to contact us so we can arrange this for you. 

How do you prepare for a hut-to-hut tour?

A good basic condition is nice, you can simply enjoy the tour more. Therefore, start the physical preparation for the hut-to-hut tour on time. A good preparation consists of strengthening muscles that you rarely use in daily life and improving mobility and stability. Don't forget to get your body used to walking with a backpack (weight included). 

Mountaineering boots have to endure a lot on a hut-to-hut tour. Check your shoes before the start of the hut-to-hut tour. Make sure your hiking boots are well broken in, have a good tread and that they are in one piece. In addition, extra care of your shoe with a maintenance product is not an unnecessary luxury.

Difficulty of this hut-to-hut tour

View details of the difficulty of this hut-to-hut tour here. Do you have any questions about this? Feel free to contact us.

What do you bring?

Enjoying and being safe on the road in the mountains is our top priority. To make this possible, good equipment is important. We have drawn up a packing list, which gives you tools to pack the right equipment. At the start of the hut-to-hut tour, we check your equipment to prevent you from taking too much or too little.

Bring enough cash with you, many cabins do not allow payment by debit card

It is always useful to know what is included in a trip. Below are the most important points

INCLUDING

• Trusted, experienced & licensed English speaking tour guide: 
• 3 nights in multi-bed rooms & bearings
• Half board (breakfast and dinner) from dinner day 1 to breakfast on day 7
• Additional information such as packing lists 

EXCLUSIVE

• Personal expenses on drinks, phone calls, snacks and souvenirs
• Round-trip journey to and from the start and end points of the journey
• Tours snacks such as bars, nuts & chocolate and lunch 
• Travel and cancellation insurance