Overview
The Stubaier Höhenweg, or the Stubai High Trail, is one of the most beautiful hiking trails in the Austrian Alps. The hike begins in the village of Neustift in Stubaital in the heart of Tyrol, not far from Innsbruck. The Stubaier Höhenweg is the highlight of hut hikes in Austria and can be walked by young and old if they are sufficiently prepared.
During this 3-day Stubaier Höhenweg, you hike two of the most beautiful stages and stay each night in one of the beautiful mountain huts. This version of the Höhenweg starts at the Dresdner Hut and ends at the Sulzenau Hut. Tourismusverband Stubaital ensures that your stay at all huts on the Höhenweg is arranged. Half board will also be booked for you. Thus, you do not have to carry food along on the way and you can relax carefree when you are not hiking.
Why book with Bookatrekking.com?
You can do the Stubaier Höhenweg completely independently. However, putting together the right route including booking all accommodations can be a complicated matter. Tourismusverband Stubai has warm contacts with all cabins on the Stubaier Höhenweg and they are happy to take that burden off your shoulders. Contact our Trekking Experts for free travel advice and arranging your hike will be a piece of cake.
Route
What's the plan?
Day 1) Neustift to Dresdner Hütte
After breakfast take bus 590 towards Neustift i. St. Mutterbergalm and get off at the last stop, Mutterbergalm. For the most beautiful hike, go via Mutterberg Tal and the Wilde Grube in two hours to the Dresdner Hütte.
Vertical gain: 540 m up
Duration: 2 hours
Distance: 2 km
Lowest point: 1,750 m
Highest point: 2.290 m
Day 2) Dresdner Hütte - Sulzenau Hütte
The fourth stage of our circuit lies between Dresdner Hütte and Sulzenau Hütte. Almost 900 meters of altitude difference and 4.1 km have to be overcome on this stage. In good weather, it is worth making a detour to the "blaue Lacke", one of the venues of the Wildwasserweg (Wild Water Way) in the Stubai. The glacier water gives the moraine lake a distinct blue-turquoise color.
Vertical gain: 400 m down to 500 m
Duration: 3 hours
Distance: 4 km
Lowest point: 2,194 m
Highest point: 2,682 m
Day 3) Sulzenau Hütte - Neustift
From the Sulzenau Hütte you hike along the Wildwasserweg in about 1.5 hours to the bus stop in the valley. So you may still have time for walks in the region of Sulzenau Hütte before you start your descent. On the way you will encounter some beautiful waterfalls. Once descended, take bus 590 back to Neustift.
Vertical gain: 580 m down
Duration: 1,5 hours
Distance: 5 km
Lowest point: 1.600 m
Highest point: 2.180 m
What's included
Included:
√ Booking of the huts
We take care of the organization of the accommodation. We also give detailed directions for each stage and instructions on how to get to the trail.
√ Accommodation
We organize accommodation on the Stubaier Höhenweg in mountain huts. The availability of the tour depends entirely on the availability of the huts. See under accommodation which mountain huts are used.
√ Half-board
Accommodation in the cabins includes dinner and breakfast. We can also arrange this for you. Please note that lunch is not included, but in most of the huts you can have breakfast at no extra charge.
Excluded:
× Transport to and within Austria
You have to find your own way to Neustift in the Stubaital. Transportation to and from Austria is not included in the price. Bus tickets and other transport costs are not included.
× Accommodation before and after the tour
Before and after the tour you have to take care of your own accommodation.
× Travel insurance
You are responsible for your own international travel insurance.
× Cable car
Rides on the cable car are excluded from the total price.
× Lunch
Half board is included in the price of this tour. However, lunch is in principle exclusive. You can get a packed lunch in the mountain huts along the way.
× Personal expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, drinks, and other similar expenses are at your own expense.
Accommodation
Accommodation
On the Stubaier Höhenweg the following huts are included:
Dresdner HütteThis mountain hut was built by the Dresdner section of the German Alpine Association in 1887 in Upper Fernau. The hut is 5 minutes from the middle station of the Stubai Glacier cable car. Renovated and modernized in 2008, the hut offers accommodation for hikers, mountaineers and skiers. There are numerous facilities such as running hot and cold water, sauna, ski/shoe drying room, comfortable guest lounges and excellent cuisine.
Sulzenau HütteThe Sulzenauhütte is a fantastic place to spend a few days in the mountains. Fantastically located in the "green", where young and old can indulge. Dive into the crystal clear lake, climb to the summit cross on the Aperen Freiger (3,262 m) or simply enjoy the "Alpine life" with a latte and apple strudel. And always the Sulzenaugletscher in sight!
Packing List
Packing List
It doesn't matter where you go hiking or for how long. Bringing the right gear is of utmost importance. For the Stubaier Höhenweg, first of all you need a good backpack. The size of your backpack depends on the number of days you are going to hike in the mountains, the season and the clothes you bring. We have prepared a packing list with some essential clothing items you should bring and some extras you might find useful:
Essentials
- Hiking boots (broken in)
- Hiking socks
- Base layer tops - ideally thermal
- Mid layer tops (e.g. fleece)
- Trekking trousers
- Hat for warmth or shade
- Gloves
- Waterproof jacket
- Waterproof pants
- Casual clothing & footwear for evening.
- Nightwear and underwear
- Water bottle
- Sunglasses & sunscreen
- Toiletries
- Cash & coins
Extras
- Small first aid kit
- Blister plasters
- Insect repellent
- DEET e.g.
- Camera and charger
- Map and compass
- Whistle
- Book to read
- Energy snacks
- Walking sticks
- Buff
FAQ
Where is the Stubaier Höhenweg?
The Stubaier Höhenweg begins in Neustift im Stubaital in the Austrian Tyrol not far from Innsbruck.
How difficult is the Stubaier Höhenweg?
The Stubaier Höhenweg is one of the most beautiful high-altitude hiking trails in the Alps, but also places corresponding demands on hikers. The route runs exclusively through mountainous terrain and is partly secured with steel cables. Experience with high altitude mountain trails is a prerequisite when booking the Stubaier Höhenweg.
Especially in bad weather, the difficulty of the high altitude trail increases significantly. Glaciers do not have to be climbed or crossed during the entire route, but steep old snowfields are to be expected, especially at the beginning of the season. Light crampons or spikes and potentially an ice pick can be very useful on these old snowfields. In the meantime, most areas at risk of falling are equipped with steel cables. A three- or four-day Stubaier Höhenweg can be done by families, but if you want to do the entire circuit, it is best to be fully prepared. Only do this if you have done a shorter hut trek before.
Best season for the Stubaier Höhenweg
The season for the Stubaier Höhenweg is short, but it is worth it. And if you miss the season, then you should know that there are plenty of winter sports opportunities in the pre-season and in the winter season. The huts usually open in June, and it will be possible to complete the entire high-level trail from the beginning of July. In June you can still expect some snow on the left and right, which will prevent you from doing some stages. The best months for the Stubaier Höhenweg are July, August, and September.
The weather in the mountains can be unpredictable and sometimes it is too dangerous to continue the trail. This can force you to spend an extra night in the hut where you are staying. This is for your own safety. A telephone call to the nearest hut will ensure that you can continue your high-altitude trail on a clear day.
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Safety
Safety on the Stubaier Höhenweg
The Stubaier Höhenweg is one of the most beautiful high-altitude hiking trails in the Alps, but also places corresponding demands on hikers. The route runs exclusively through mountainous terrain and is partly secured with steel cables. Experience with high altitude mountain trails is a prerequisite when booking the Stubaier Höhenweg.
Especially in bad weather, the difficulty of the high altitude trail increases significantly. Glaciers do not have to be climbed or crossed during the entire route, but steep old snowfields are to be expected, especially at the beginning of the season. Light crampons or spikes and potentially an ice pick can be very useful on these old snowfields. In the meantime, most areas at risk of falling are equipped with steel cables. A three- or four-day Stubaier Höhenweg can be done by families, but if you want to do the entire circuit, it is best to be fully prepared. Only do this if you have done a shorter hut trek before.
Important telephone numbers
Alpine rescue service
Phone number: 140
European Emergency Number
Phone number: 112
No network?
Without network and without coverage the emergency numbers are not reachable. Find a better location and try to call 112 regularly.
European emergency number: Reachable via any available network by dialing 112 instead of the PIN code or by using the SOS alarm function.
Reporting accidents
Who reports the accident? / Number to call back?
Where exactly did the accident take place?
What happened?
How many injured?
Alarm App Mountain Rescue Service Tyrol
If you have a smartphone, you can install the new alarm app of the Tyrolean mountain rescue service. The app helps you to send an alarm call and the location data.
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=at.tirol_notfall&hl=en_US
Apple Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/sos-eu-alp/id400099520
COVID-19
Covid-19
The Corona pandemic has had its grip on us, and mountain huts in the Alpine region have had to take several preventive measures over the past two years. In the meantime, the first relaxations in the Alps are noticeable, yet it is definitely still a factor to take into account. Some Covid restrictions that are worth mentioning:
- Don't go to the huts if you have symptoms!
- Not all mountain huts are allowed to operate at full capacity yet, so make sure you book your stay in advance.
- To be on the safe side, always take a mouth mask with you.
- In some mountain huts it is still compulsory to bring your own sleeping bag, in others a sheet bag and pillowcase are sufficient. Your personal travel guide will tell you which rules apply to your route.
- Bring your own towel
How to Book
How to Book?
On Bookatrekking.com you can find and compare the adventures of your dreams. Is this trekking your match? In that case, you can proceed with your booking. At Bookatrekking.com you make a deposit of 30% of the total amount. In the case of this trek, we will check the availability at the respective accommodations for you. There are two possible outcomes:
√ There is availability
We go ahead and make all necessary arrangements for your trip. Once confirmed, we will send you a confirmation and your personal hiking guide. The remaining 70% must be paid at least two (2) weeks before the start of the trekking.
X There is no availability
If there is no availability, we will look for other starting dates or another trekking in agreement with you. Are there no other options for you? Then your deposit of 30% will be refunded.
Cancellation Policy
If all the accommodations of this trekking are booked and confirmed, you will lose your deposit of 30% at all times. If you cancel within 14 days of your start date, you will lose your full booking amount.
Is it not quite clear yet or do you have questions? Please contact us via support@bookatrekking.com. We are happy to help you.
