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Neue Seehütte

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  • The owner of the Neue Seehütte on the Rax
    The owner of the Neue Seehütte on the Rax
    Photo: Wiener Alpen/Sophie Menegaldo

The ÖTK mountain hut was built in 1894 and is located at an elevation of 1,643 m on the Rax Plateau. It is a popular spot for mountain enthusiasts to rest and refuel. From the summit station, the hut can be reached in about 2 hours via a trail that passes the Preiner Wand Kreuz. Those seeking a more challenging hike can ascend to the hut via the numerous via ferrata routes on the Preiner Wand. The hut is a popular stopover during hut hopping on the Rax.

Famous guests such as Viktor Frankl particularly appreciated the Neue Seehütte.

Hiking recommendations:

Please note: There are no overnight accommodations.

The Seehütte is open daily during the summer season, from May 14 to November 2, 2026.

Overview of opening hours for all huts in the Semmering-Rax region

NOTE

The map below is for orientation purposes only. Direct access by car is not possible. Use hiking maps for your ascent to the hut.

Coordinates

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47.703150, 15.727600
DMS
47°42'11.3"N 15°43'39.4"E
UTM
33T 554586 5283563
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Neue Seehütte

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Kleinau 32
2651 Reichenau an der Rax
+43 677 64280848 https://www.neue-seehuette.at/ E-mail: seehuette@oetk.at
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