Alpine Association huts Kaufbeurer Haus

The Kaufbeurer Haus (2,007 metres) is a mountain hut in the Allgäu Alps and a good base for climbers wishing to explore the northern section of the Hornbach Massif.

Description

Cosy self-catering hut in the Allgäu Alps
German Alpine Club, Allgäu-Immenstadt Division

The Kaufbeurer Haus enjoys a majestic location overlooking the craggy peaks of the northern section of the Hornbach Massif. It is an excellent base for walkers and climbers looking for a challenge. Most of the mountains around the hut, which was built in 1905, require good climbing skills. The only easy hike is to the Bretterspitze. The hut itself is self-catering with a complete kitchen. Visitors must bring any food themselves. There is running water in front of the hut where guests can wash. Between Whitsun and early October the hut offers basic food and drink at weekends. During the week the hut is kept locked (key available from the Alpine Club).

How to get to the hut

From Hinterhornbach in 2.75 hours, from Häselgehr in 4 hours

Walks and hikes in the area (walking time to summit)

Urbeleskarspitze (2,636 metres), 2 hours, difficult
Klettersteig Urbeleskarspitze Westgrat, 2 hours, difficult
Bretterspitze (2,609 metres), 1.75 hours, intermediate
Gliegerkarspitze (2,577 metres), 1.75 hours, difficult

Further huts in the area

Hermann-von-Barth-Hütte, 5.5 hours