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The best huts on the Alpe di Siusi
The most delicious stops around Alpenhotel Panorama
Europe's largest high alpine meadow is not only known for its picturesque meadows and the towering Dolomites that frame it, but also for the numerous alpine huts and mountain restaurants that welcome hikers with regional delicacies, home-made specialties, and above all, warm hospitality. With over 60 different addresses ranging from rustic cabins to modern restaurants on the Alpe di Siusi, there is something for everyone – and a breathtaking view is always included. The Alpenhotel Panorama is located almost exactly in the middle of the Alpe di Siusi and is therefore the ideal starting point for hut to hut hiking in the Dolomites. Encouraged by the prospect of a hearty refreshment, the path already seems a lot shorter. Here are our favourite culinary stops that you can reach from the Alpenhotel Panorama on a day hike.
Schgaguler Schwaige (1,904 m)
The Schgaguler Schwaige is one of the most popular huts on the Alpe di Siusi. It is particularly known for its traditional South Tyrolean cuisine and home-made products. The cows provide butter, cheese, yogurt, and quark, the chickens lay fresh eggs, and the high-quality meat and original South Tyrolean bacon come from the farm's own cattle and pigs. You can enjoy these and many other delicacies while taking in the breathtaking view of the surrounding mountains.
The highlights for children at this hut in the Dolomites include the playground and the small petting zoo with llamas, rabbits, goats, and ponies.
Mahlknechthütte (2,054 m)
The Mahlknechthütte is idyllically located next to a small mountain lake and is a popular destination for hikers and nature lovers. The focus of this restaurant on Alpe di Siusi is clearly on regional specialties made from fresh, local ingredients, but the menu also surprises with some creative twists. For lunch, you can expect a selection of warm dishes, while the typical 'Marende' (cold plate with bacon, cheese, and more) and various snacks are available throughout the day.
This hut on the Alpe di Siusi is the perfect place to enjoy the tranquility of nature while also indulging in culinary delights.
Rifugio Alpe di Tires (2,444 m)
The Rifugio Alpe di Tires is one of the highest restaurants on the Alpe di Siusi and offers a spectacular panoramic view of the Dolomites. The hut is known for its warm hospitality and delicious dishes made from regional ingredients. Noteworthy are the spices and herbs from their own garden in Castelrotto, homemade juices like elderflower, mint, or ginger juice, and the home-baked goods that provide new energy after a strenuous hike. Additionally, there is an extraordinary selection of beers and wines.
Schlernhaus (2,457 m)
The Schlernhaus was opened in 1885, making it one of the oldest and most traditional alpine huts in the Dolomites. Still today, no road leads to the hut; only a material cable car brings everything needed. The hosts themselves work in the kitchen, serving homemade traditional South Tyrolean dishes, with options available for vegetarians and allergies upon request. No ready-made meals are used. While the Schlernhaus also offers overnight accommodations, it is also the perfect place to spend a day hut to hut hiking in the Dolomites.
Malga Rauchhütte (1,850 m)
The Malga Rauchhütte is a small but charming hut that has been run by the same family for four generations. The cuisine combines alpine and Mediterranean influences, with regional ingredients, traditional recipes, and homemade specialties taking centre stage. Over 300 wines, including some real rarities, are stored in the cellar. The hostess and sommelier is happy to recommend you a suitable bottle. This hut on the Alpe di Siusi is even featured in Falstaff and Gault&Millau. The ambiance is distinctly Tyrolean, yet stylishly renovated in light wood and fine fabrics.
The Schgaguler Schwaige is one of the most popular huts on the Alpe di Siusi. It is particularly known for its traditional South Tyrolean cuisine and home-made products. The cows provide butter, cheese, yogurt, and quark, the chickens lay fresh eggs, and the high-quality meat and original South Tyrolean bacon come from the farm's own cattle and pigs. You can enjoy these and many other delicacies while taking in the breathtaking view of the surrounding mountains.
The highlights for children at this hut in the Dolomites include the playground and the small petting zoo with llamas, rabbits, goats, and ponies.
Mahlknechthütte (2,054 m)
The Mahlknechthütte is idyllically located next to a small mountain lake and is a popular destination for hikers and nature lovers. The focus of this restaurant on Alpe di Siusi is clearly on regional specialties made from fresh, local ingredients, but the menu also surprises with some creative twists. For lunch, you can expect a selection of warm dishes, while the typical 'Marende' (cold plate with bacon, cheese, and more) and various snacks are available throughout the day.
This hut on the Alpe di Siusi is the perfect place to enjoy the tranquility of nature while also indulging in culinary delights.
Rifugio Alpe di Tires (2,444 m)
The Rifugio Alpe di Tires is one of the highest restaurants on the Alpe di Siusi and offers a spectacular panoramic view of the Dolomites. The hut is known for its warm hospitality and delicious dishes made from regional ingredients. Noteworthy are the spices and herbs from their own garden in Castelrotto, homemade juices like elderflower, mint, or ginger juice, and the home-baked goods that provide new energy after a strenuous hike. Additionally, there is an extraordinary selection of beers and wines.
Schlernhaus (2,457 m)
The Schlernhaus was opened in 1885, making it one of the oldest and most traditional alpine huts in the Dolomites. Still today, no road leads to the hut; only a material cable car brings everything needed. The hosts themselves work in the kitchen, serving homemade traditional South Tyrolean dishes, with options available for vegetarians and allergies upon request. No ready-made meals are used. While the Schlernhaus also offers overnight accommodations, it is also the perfect place to spend a day hut to hut hiking in the Dolomites.
Malga Rauchhütte (1,850 m)
The Malga Rauchhütte is a small but charming hut that has been run by the same family for four generations. The cuisine combines alpine and Mediterranean influences, with regional ingredients, traditional recipes, and homemade specialties taking centre stage. Over 300 wines, including some real rarities, are stored in the cellar. The hostess and sommelier is happy to recommend you a suitable bottle. This hut on the Alpe di Siusi is even featured in Falstaff and Gault&Millau. The ambiance is distinctly Tyrolean, yet stylishly renovated in light wood and fine fabrics.
After an adventurous and delightful day of hut to hut hiking in the Dolomites, there is nothing better than returning to the Alpenhotel Panorama, where a fine multi-course menu awaits you in the hotel's own restaurant before you retreat to your comfortable room and dream of the next day full of adventures. Book your stay at Alpenhotel Panorama now and discover the most beautiful huts of the Dolomites and all their unique delicacies on various hikes!
