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.
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Rax Huts Loop Trail from Preiner Gscheid via the Karl-Ludwig-Haus, Habsburghaus, and Neue Seehütte. Return via the Waxriegelhaus to Preiner Gscheid.
Neue Seehütte
2651 Reichenau an der Rax
+43 677 64280848 https://www.neue-seehuette.at/ E-mail: seehuette@oetk.at
Rax Huts Loop Trail from Preiner Gscheid via the Karl-Ludwig-Haus, Habsburghaus, and Neue Seehütte. Return via the Waxriegelhaus to Preiner Gscheid.
Die einfachste Art, den Charakter eines der beliebtesten Wiener Hausberge kennenzulernen, ist die Auffahrt auf das Raxplateau mit der bereits 1926 ...
The 12th stage of the route on the Vienna Alpine Arc (WAB) is accompanied by alpine grass, larches, and rugged yet safe terrain. A wonderful ...
Beautiful and varied circular hike on the Rax plateau - best enjoyed as a leisurely two-day tour with an overnight stay at the Habsburghaus!
▶ Vom Preintal zweigen wir nach dem Ort Prein nach Griesleiten 01 ab, fahren bis kurz vor das Forsthaus der Stadt Wien, dem größten ...
Many paths lead to the Neue Seehütte on the Raxalpe, this one starts in Griesleiten - easily accessible by public transport and car - and takes ...
Hut hopping from the Raxalm Mountain Inn, past the Ottohaus, along the ridge trail via the Preiner Wand Cross to the Neue Seehütte.

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