The Dresdner Hütte is a popular destination for hikers and mountaineers. There are a variety of routes to choose from, depending on your preferences and fitness level. The most popular hikes are:
Hut crossings
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Hike up to the beautifully situated Peiljoch viewpoint, then follow the Wilde Wasser Trail to the foot of the Sulzenau Glacier and on to the Sulzenau Hut.
Alternatively, you can also cross via the Trögler and take the very steep descent directly to the Sulzenau Hut.
Hiking time: 2.5–3 hours
Difficulty: Mountain trail (black category) -
For experienced hikers, it is possible to continue on from the Sulzenau Hut to the Nürnberger Hut.
Passing by Grünausee, the trail continues over the Niederl or, alternatively, over the Maierspitze to today’s destination, the Nürnberger Hütte.
Hiking time: 5–6 hours
Difficulty: Mountain trail (black category) -
A scenic and lengthy mountain hike, passing Lake Mutterberg on the way to Grawagrubennieder, the highest point on the Stubai High Trail. On the opposite side, the trail drops steeply down into the Hohe Falbesoner Valley. Just before reaching the Regensburger Hut, you’ll come across one of the most beautiful high moor areas.
Hiking time: 7 hours
Difficulty: Mountain trail (black category) -
A challenging high-alpine hike over the Hinterer Daunkopf into the Ötztal valley.
The route is marked throughout, with no glacier crossings and a few easy climbing sections (difficulty level I), but requires a greater degree of sure-footedness and navigational skills than, for example, a stage on the Stubai High Trail.
Hiking time: 7 hours
Difficulty: High-alpine mountain hike -
From the Dresdner Hut to the Eisgrat mountain station and along the glacier trail to the Jochdohle mountain restaurant. Descend via the Gaiskarferner (signposts) to the moraine and down a steep slope to the Hildesheimer Hut.
Hiking time: 4 hours (1 hour using the glacier cable car).
Difficulty: Mountain trail (black category); the glacier sections are marked with poles and are free of crevasses in this area; crampons may be necessary depending on conditions. Information on conditions is available from the hut owners or at the Alpine Center in Neustift. -
From the Dresdner Hut to the Eisgrat mountain station and along the glacier trail to the Eisjoch. A short descent across the Windachferner glacier and on to the Warenkar; on the opposite side, a steep ascent to the Hochstubaihütte. The highest hut in the Stubai Valley captivates visitors with its unique location and breathtaking views.
Hiking time: 7 hours (4 hours using the glacier cable car)
Difficulty: Mountain trail (black category); the short glacier section is free of crevasses, but depending on conditions, crampons are recommended. Check with the hut owners or the Alpine Center in Neustift for current conditions.Alternatively, for experienced glacier hikers, there is the route via the Warenkarscharte
Hiking time: 6 hours(3 hours if using the glacier cable car)
Difficulty: high-alpine hike – mountaineering experience required, no trail markers, full glacier gear (rope, crampons, etc.)
Summit hikes
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The Hüttengipfel is easy to reach, making it a worthwhile half-day destination.
Hiking time: 45 minutes
Difficulty: Mountain trail (red category) -
With its breathtaking view of the Sulzena Glacier, this peak is one of the most scenic mountains in the area.
Hiking time: 2 hours
Difficulty: Mountain trail (black category) -
With the right level of sure-footedness, this 3,000-meter peak is easily accessible even for casual hikers.
Hiking time: 4 hours (45 minutes if using the glacier cable car)
Difficulty: Mountain trail (black category) -
A picturesque peak with enjoyable climbing sections.
Hiking time: 5 hours(2–3 hours if using the glacier cable car)
Difficulty: high-alpine hike, ridge climbing up to grade III -
Although this peak is located near the ski lifts, it offers all the benefits of a beautiful high-altitude hike.
Hiking time: 5 hours (2–3 hours if using the glacier cable car)
Difficulty: high-alpine tour, ridge climbing up to grade II; full glacier gear required (rope, crampons, etc.) -
The highest peak in the Stubai Alps. The route follows the “Heinrich Klier Route” and is one of the most beautiful high-altitude hikes. Short sections of ridge climbing alternate with beautiful glacier crossings.
Hiking time: 5 hours ( approx. 3.5 hours using the glacier cable car)
Difficulty: high-alpine tour, ridge climbing up to grade II, full glacier gear (rope, crampons, etc.), (difficult navigation in poor visibility)
Circular walks and hikes
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The Dresdner Hut is the starting point for one of the most beautiful traverses in the Eastern Alps. After climbing the Zuckerhütl and the Wilder Pfaff, hikers spend the night at the Müller Hut or the Becherhaus. On the second day of the tour, following a short ascent to the Wilder Freiger, there is a long descent back down into the Stubai Valley.
Hiking time: 2-day hike
Difficulty: high-alpine hike, ridge climbing up to grade II, full glacier gear (rope, crampons, etc.), (difficult navigation in poor visibility!) -
These neighboring peaks of the Zuckerhütl are also well worth a day trip, or, if conditions are good, can be climbed as an additional stop on the Zuckerhütl tour.
Hiking time: 3–4 hours
Difficulty: high-alpine hike; full glacier gear required (rope, crampons, etc.; difficult navigation in poor visibility!) -
Hike up to Lake Egesen; after a rest and a quick dip to cool off, continue on to Niederl, descend to the waterfall, and return to the Dresdner Hut
Walking time: 1 hour
Difficulty: Mountain trail (red category) -
Passing by Lake Egesensee, head toward Niederl and continue along the Stubai High Trail to Lake Mutterbergersee. With the glacier-capped mountains in the background, this spot offers a first-rate photo opportunity, especially for photographers. Return via the same route or take a direct descent to the Mutterbergalm.
Hiking time: 4 hours
Difficulty: Mountain trail (red category)