Peter-Wiechenthaler-Hütte, Alpine club hut in Saalfelden am Steinernen Meer, Austria
Description
Peter-Wiechenthaler-Hütte is a mountain shelter located at 1,707 meters in the Salzburg Alpine region, providing beds and meals for mountain sports enthusiasts. The hut overlooks the Leoganger Steinberge and surrounding peaks.
History
This mountain lodge was built in 1924 by the Austrian Alpine Club as a base for mountaineers in the region. The foundation marked an important development in the club's network of shelters across the Alps.
Culture
The hut serves climbers and hikers by offering a place to rest and eat hearty food typical of the region, making it a gathering point for people exploring the mountains together.
Practical
Several hiking trails lead up to the shelter, with the main route from Bürgerau covering about 5.3 kilometers over several hours of climbing. Along the way you can pass by the Kühloch cave and rest stops.
Did you know?
The lodge earned an Environmental Quality Seal for Alpine Club Huts in 1999, showing its commitment to sustainable mountain practices. This makes it an example of how traditional shelters embrace modern environmental standards.
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