Kaufbeurer Haus

Kaufbeurer Haus is a mountain hut located in the northern limestone Alps within the Hornbach Massif. The facility serves as a base for hikers exploring the surrounding mountain paths and provides access to climbing opportunities in the region.

The hut was founded in 1905 by the German Alpine Club as part of efforts to establish mountain facilities across the Alps. It gradually became an important base for expeditions exploring the surrounding peaks and valleys.

The hut serves as a meeting point where hikers and climbers share stories and experiences during their mountain journeys. It embodies the tradition of alpine self-sufficiency, where visitors cook together and support one another in the mountains.

Access is on foot via a hiking trail that takes several hours and requires sure-footedness on mountain paths. During weekdays, keys can be obtained from the Alpine Club to use the self-catering kitchen facilities.

The hut sits near demanding climbing routes that attract experienced mountaineers seeking technical challenges. Its location makes it a crucial staging point for those attempting peaks that demand rock and ice climbing skills.

Location: Tyrol

Inception: 1905

Official opening: 1905

Elevation above the sea: 2,007 m

Website: http://dav-allgaeu-immenstadt.de/html/kaufbeurer_haus.html

GPS coordinates: 47.34170,10.45720

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:21