The Oskar-Schauer-Haus, idyllically located at 1,409 meters on the Terenbachalm, was voted “Hütte in 2025” by nature lovers. The traditional mountain hut in the Voitsberg district convinces with sustainable energy supply, warm hospitality and a kitchen that offers regional and vegetarian specialties at the highest level.
Focus on sustainability & regionality
Andreas Schieder, About the reasons for the award: “The decisive factor at the Oskar-Schauer-Haus was the environmentally friendly solutions-from photovoltaic and wind turbines to an extensive vegetarian and biological range of dishes. The hut is a popular starting point for hikes and scores with good accessibility through public transport.”
An anniversary and a special host
In 2025, the Oskar-Schauer-Haus not only celebrated the honor, but also its 100th anniversary. The Martha Reischl hut has been managed with extraordinary commitment since 2018. Your love and passion for the house and the guests are characterized by warmth. The menu inspires with classics such as the vegetarian Steirerburger, in which the nuclear oil should not be missing, as well as homemade, delicious pastries.
Hüttenwirter emphasizes: “Sattelhaus is my second home”
Martha Reischl lets her personal closeness to the hut shot through: “For me, the saddle house is much more than just a hut – it is my heart project, my second home and a place where I welcome my guests with body and soul.”
Solemn handover and chronicle presentation
The official award of the award took place on Friday, July 11, 2025 at the Oskar-Schauer-Haus. Chairman Andreas Schieder, state chairman Jürgen Dumpelnik and federal manager Günter Abraham presented and assembled the table. As part of the celebration, the new chronicle “100 Years Sattelhaus” was also presented, which impressively documents the eventful history of the hut. Nature lovers of nature illuminate the early years, the expropriation during the Nazi era and the recent history of the house, including innovation measures and climate-friendly offer. With this award, nature lovers Austria underline the importance of sustainable, hospitable and innovative huts for the hiking and Berger experience in Austria.
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