Obergasteigalm – Digital Detox, Stars and Nature
Hut in Außervillgraten, Austria
- 6 guests
- 3 bedrooms
- 8 beds
- 1 bath
Hosted by Sara
- 7 years hosting
Listing highlights
Self check-in
Check yourself in with the lockbox.
Unbeatable location
100% of guests in the past year gave this location a 5-star rating.
Mountain and valley views
Soak up the views during your stay.
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The Obergasteigalm is a cozy, lovingly maintained gem nestled at the end of the Winkeltal valley, in the hiking paradise of Volkzein.
Enjoy beautiful days for two, with family or friends, far away from everyday stress – without internet or phone reception.
Relaxing barbecue and chill-out evenings around the fire bowl.
If you feel like giving the cooking spoon a rest, the staffed Volkzeinerhütte is within easy reach.
Hot shower and electricity available.
[not in winter]
The space
This is a traditional alpine hut, with the roof structure dating back to 1850.
For decades, it served as summer accommodation for the senior generation of the Gasteighof while tending cows.
Ground floor: stable and water trough
First floor: living area
Attic: additional sleeping places
Running drinking water in kitchen and bathroom
Only the kitchen is heated (wood-fired stove, firewood provided)
The kitchen serves as both dining and living room – historically, most time was spent outdoors
Fully equipped kitchen for cooking
In July, we are often nearby during the day for haymaking, mainly around the outdoor bench area (so you are not completely alone).
Guest access
You will have exclusive use of the entire hut.
During alpine haymaking (approx. 2nd–4th week of July), we work nearby and may occasionally sit on the outdoor bench.
Other things to note
The Obergasteigalm is located at 1,900 m above sea level.
There are no food supplies at the hut – this is a self-catering accommodation.
There is no refrigerator; food can temporarily be stored in the nearby spring (approx. 8°C).
At this alpine altitude, venomous snakes (e.g. adders) may occur.
Sturdy footwear is recommended; rubber boots for children are advised for safe outdoor play.
There is no central heating. Early and late summer can be quite cold.
Local tourist tax included.
There is no exact street address.
Google Maps: Obergasteigalm.
9931 Außervillgraten, Winkeltal, Obergasteigalm, Austria
Enjoy beautiful days for two, with family or friends, far away from everyday stress – without internet or phone reception.
Relaxing barbecue and chill-out evenings around the fire bowl.
If you feel like giving the cooking spoon a rest, the staffed Volkzeinerhütte is within easy reach.
Hot shower and electricity available.
[not in winter]
The space
This is a traditional alpine hut, with the roof structure dating back to 1850.
For decades, it served as summer accommodation for the senior generation of the Gasteighof while tending cows.
Ground floor: stable and water trough
First floor: living area
Attic: additional sleeping places
Running drinking water in kitchen and bathroom
Only the kitchen is heated (wood-fired stove, firewood provided)
The kitchen serves as both dining and living room – historically, most time was spent outdoors
Fully equipped kitchen for cooking
In July, we are often nearby during the day for haymaking, mainly around the outdoor bench area (so you are not completely alone).
Guest access
You will have exclusive use of the entire hut.
During alpine haymaking (approx. 2nd–4th week of July), we work nearby and may occasionally sit on the outdoor bench.
Other things to note
The Obergasteigalm is located at 1,900 m above sea level.
There are no food supplies at the hut – this is a self-catering accommodation.
There is no refrigerator; food can temporarily be stored in the nearby spring (approx. 8°C).
At this alpine altitude, venomous snakes (e.g. adders) may occur.
Sturdy footwear is recommended; rubber boots for children are advised for safe outdoor play.
There is no central heating. Early and late summer can be quite cold.
Local tourist tax included.
There is no exact street address.
Google Maps: Obergasteigalm.
9931 Außervillgraten, Winkeltal, Obergasteigalm, Austria
Where you’ll sleep
Bedroom 1
1 double bed, 2 single beds
Bedroom 2
1 small double bed
Bedroom 3
4 single beds
What this place offers
Garden view
Mountain view
Waterfront
Kitchen
Free parking on premises
Unavailable: Carbon monoxide alarm
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Rated 4.89 out of 5 from 66 reviews.
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This home is a guest favorite based on ratings, reviews, and reliability
Overall rating
- 5 stars, 92% of reviews
- 4 stars, 5% of reviews
- 3 stars, 3% of reviews
- 2 stars, 0% of reviews
- 1 stars, 0% of reviews
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for cleanliness
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for check-in
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for communication
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value
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Where you’ll be
Außervillgraten, Tyrol, Austria
Exact location will be provided after booking.
Neighborhood highlights
At the end of the Winkeltal valley (13 km from the village center of Außervillgraten, 23 km from Sillian train station) there are six alpine huts. The Volkzeinerhütte is managed.
The Obergasteigalm is the starting point for countless short to long hikes to the peaks of the Villgrater mountains, which are up to 2951 m high. The Volkzein is a stopover on the Herz-Ass hiking trail.
The highest peaks (Hochgrabe, Degenhorn, Hochalmspitz, etc.) can be reached in about 3-4 hours of hiking, medium heights (Falkamsee, Schrentebach) in 2 hours, the Heimkar in 1 hour. There is a walking tour along the Winkeltalbach stream in the valley floor.
Along the stream, children will find harmless space to discover the element of water.
The Obergasteigalm is the starting point for countless short to long hikes to the peaks of the Villgrater mountains, which are up to 2951 m high. The Volkzein is a stopover on the Herz-Ass hiking trail.
The highest peaks (Hochgrabe, Degenhorn, Hochalmspitz, etc.) can be reached in about 3-4 hours of hiking, medium heights (Falkamsee, Schrentebach) in 2 hours, the Heimkar in 1 hour. There is a walking tour along the Winkeltalbach stream in the valley floor.
Along the stream, children will find harmless space to discover the element of water.
Meet your host
Born in the 80s
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