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Visiting mountain huts with children
A cozy, family‑friendly place to stay is essential for a great mountain vacation in the Alps. The German, Austrian, and South Tyrolean Alpine Clubs highlight especially family‑appropriate huts with the “Mit Kindern auf Hütten” (Huts for Families) designation.
Hut locations
The huts are located in the following Alpine regions:
- Bavaria
- Vorarlberg
- Tyrol
- Upper Austria
- Salzburg
- Styria
- Carinthia
- East Tyrol
- South Tyrol
Each base hut comes with a detailed profile, along with plenty of tips for kid‑friendly hiking routes.
What makes a hut family-friendly?
- Family‑friendly hospitality
- Kid‑friendly meals at fair prices
- Child‑appropriate amenities (toys, books, family common room, highchairs, etc.)
- Surroundings suited for nature‑focused play
- Age‑appropriate hiking and activity options
- Clear guidance on which ages each hut is best suited for (babies, preschoolers, school‑age kids)
- Appropriately graded access routes based on age
