Martin-Busch-Hütte, Mountain refuge at 2501 meters in Sölden, Austria.
Martin-Busch-Hütte is a mountain hut run by the Alpine clubs, located in the Rofental, a side valley of the Ötztal in Austria. It sits at around 2500 meters, surrounded by glaciated peaks that rise well above 3000 meters on all sides.
The hut was built in the 19th century by the Austrian and German Alpine clubs as the Rofental valley opened up to mountaineers. It was later renamed after Martin Busch, a figure who played a key role in the Alpine clubs during the post-war years.
The hut sits along a route that herders used for centuries to move animals between the Rofental and the Schnalstal. Walking this path today means following the same trail that once connected these two valleys.
The most common approach starts from the village of Vent and follows the Rofental valley, requiring solid footwear and a reasonable level of fitness. The hut is open seasonally, so it is worth checking current opening dates before planning a visit.
The hut serves as one of the few starting points for reaching Tisenjoch, the spot at about 3210 meters where the remains of Ötzi were found in 1991. From here, hikers can set out on a full-day walk to the exact location of that discovery.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
