Winter Hiking and Mountain Hut Delights: Experience Tyrol’s Winter Magic
When the last rays of the sun disappear behind the mountains and the sky glows in soft shades of orange and pink, your ski adventure is far from over. In the Reutte Nature Park region, selected mountain huts invite you to a truly special experience: cosy evening ski tours, where after a sporty ascent you can enjoy Tyrolean specialties and other delicious treats. Let yourself be enchanted by the magical mountain scenery and the warmth of the huts, and make your winter evenings unforgettable.
Every Tuesday, the classic evening route takes you up the Hahnenkamm via the red slope. At the top, two mountain huts, the Cilli Hütte (1.584 m) and the Singer Lodge (1.680 m) welcome you. Here, you can unwind after the ascent with warm drinks, a selection of specialties – from Tyrolean treats to burgers and pizza – and the cosy atmosphere of the huts.
Note: On Tuesdays, piste preparation starts at 22:00. Please leave the slope in time – afterwards, it is life-threatening due to the use of winches during piste grooming. Ski touring is not permitted here on any other days. Ski crampons are recommended in icy conditions.
For experienced ski tourers, the Ehenbichler Alm (1.694 m) is a true highlight. Instead of a groomed slope, a snow-covered forest track and open terrain take you through serene winter landscapes. The hut offers regional specialties and breathtaking views under the moonlight twice a week in the evenings for ski tourers.
Note: Follow the forest track to the “Rotbachwiese” junction, then keep right (left leads to avalanche risk). Continue across the Rotbachwiese and the forest track, and through open terrain to the hut. As the route is not regularly monitored, snow and avalanche conditions should be carefully checked before your tour.
When snow conditions are suitable, the Vilser Alm (1.226 m) also hosts evening ski tours. The ascent follows the winter hiking trail (forest road), which is also used for the descent.
Tip: Outside the ski tour evenings, a winter hike to Vilser Alm is worthwhile and can be done even with less snow. Spikes are recommended, as the trail can be icy.
Our tip:
With the guests Aktiv Card, you can take part in the programme “Fascination Snow and Its Dangers” free of charge. Learn how to read snow layers, assess avalanche risks, and use an avalanche transceiver correctly – the perfect preparation for your next winter adventure.
Written by:
Anna