Olpererhütte
A mountain hut overlooking the Schlegeis Reservoir, with a nearby suspension bridge that has become a famous photo spot on social media.
The hut sits at 2,389 meters. The roughly 1.5-hour climb from the Schlegeis Reservoir parking lot gains about 600 meters in elevation and offers views over the emerald lake. The small suspension bridge near the hut faces the reservoir and glacier and is the most iconic photo spot in the Zillertal. Queues for photos are common in peak season. The hut serves lunch and offers beds, and it can serve as a stop on multi-day hikes along the Berliner Höhenweg. The route follows a rocky alpine trail, so wear hiking boots, and start early because thunderstorms often roll in during the afternoon.
Opening hours
Mountain hut open approx. Jun–early Oct; trails open all day
Nearby sights
- Natur Eis Palast
- Schlegeis Reservoir
- Hintertux Glacier
- Spannagel Cave
- Hintertux Waterfalls
- Ginzling & Zillertal Alps Nature Park
- Penken & Harakiri Slope
- Ahorn