Hut to Hut Hiking

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Whether you’re hiking as a family or enjoying a more challenging, adult-only adventure, hut to hut hiking offers an unforgettable way to experience the mountains.

Every route featured here has been personally tested by me, my family or friends. From shorter distances and less elevation gain, ideal for families, to more demanding routes with rewarding views, there’s something here for everyone.

Family Friendly Hut Hikes

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Hut to Hut Hiking with Kids | Real Advice & Best Routes in the Alps
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Austria

France

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Spain – Mallorca

Kid-Free Hut to Hut Hikes

Austria

France

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Gear & Packing for Hut to Hut Hiking

Tips for Hut to Hut Hiking

Hi! I’m Bea, and I’ve worked in the travel and outdoor industry since 2006. Through this blog, I share everything I’ve learnt about planning active, independent family adventures across Europe. I particularly love hut to hut hikes and multi-day cycling tours; all tried and tested with my own kids! I cover all the practical details too: from choosing the right route to finding great places to stay, and I love using Europe’s brilliant train network to make the journey part of the adventure.
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New to hut to hut hiking? Start here!

Don’t let language barriers, packing worries or mountain hut etiquette catch you off guard. Grab your free guide to hut to hut hiking in Austria and feel confident from the moment you hit the trails!

✅ Know exactly what to pack – and what to leave behind
✅ Learn key German phrases that will actually help on the trail
✅ Understand how Austrian mountain huts work – from meals to manners
✅ Get a quick intro to local food so you know what to order
✅ Feel safe, prepared, and excited for your alpine adventure

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Disclaimer

I'm not a mountain guide, just a passionate hiker and cyclist. I want you to use the information I provide here, but please, always double-check your plans. Trails can change and snow can stick around even in the height of summer. Take ownership of your adventure. Do your homework, plan your routes carefully, double check the weather forecast, and never head out unprepared. Wear sturdy, waterproof footwear, pack essentials like maps, navigation apps, food, water, cash, a phone and a battery pack. The mountains can be unpredictable!