Zittelhaus, Mountain hut at 3106 meters in Rauris, Austria
The Zittelhaus is a mountain hut located at 3,106 meters (10,190 feet) in the Alps near Rauris, Austria. It provides accommodations with 26 beds in shared rooms, 57 mattresses on bunks, and a winter shelter that fits 10 more guests during harsh conditions.
The Zittelhaus was built as a support point for climbers traversing the Tauernhöhenweg trail through the Goldberg Group mountains. Over decades, it has served as a vital stopping place for generations of mountain travelers crossing this demanding route.
The hut serves traditional Austrian meals in its kitchen, where guests gather after mountain outings to share stories and experiences. This social gathering around the stone oven is part of the local mountain culture that visitors encounter today.
The hut is reachable by train to Taxenbach-Rauris station followed by bus connections to Kolm-Saigurn or other nearby stations. Checking schedules beforehand is important, as services vary with the season and mountain conditions.
The hut earned environmental certification in 2011 for meeting ecological standards at an altitude where careful resource management is necessary. This makes it a notable example of how high-altitude facilities can operate sustainably.
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