Poli's Hütte

Poli’s Hütte at the entrance to the Gaistal is the first refreshment stop on the way into the valley – and for many visitors the last on the way back. The small, family-run hut on the Gaistalmautstraße is a straightforward place: no reservation needed, no long ascent, no alpine level – just arrive, sit down and enjoy. And that works particularly well here, because the homemade cakes are legendary.

A Place for Everyone

Poli’s Hütte is one of the most inclusive spots in the entire Gaistal. Access is wheelchair-friendly and barrier-free – meaning that people who would otherwise be excluded from alpine refreshment stops can also experience the Gaistal. Pushchairs are no problem either; the hut sits directly on the road on level ground.

Dogs are of course welcome – a water bowl is always out. The atmosphere is family-oriented, the service warm and in German.

Food: Cake Takes Centre Stage

The kitchen at Poli’s Hütte is compact but with a clear focus: the homemade cakes are what the hut is known for. Topfenstrudel, plum cake, nut strudel – different each season, but always freshly baked. Simple Brettljausen, soups and drinks round out the menu.

Those who come back after a long hike in the Gaistal and stop in at Poli’s are ending the day exactly right: with a slice of cake and a coffee in the evening sun.

Open Year-Round

Poli’s Hütte is one of the few refreshment options in the Gaistal area that is open the whole year. In summer as a starting point for hikes, in autumn as a day destination during the larch season, in winter directly on the cross-country ski trail and as a stop for snowshoers.

Exact opening hours vary seasonally – a quick phone call or check of the current seasonal information is recommended before visiting.

Location: Perfect Starting Point

Poli’s Hütte sits directly on the Gaistalmautstraße, just after the edge of Leutasch. Anyone driving into the Gaistal by car will pass the hut without fail. It is therefore the ideal spot for:

• Breakfast before heading up into the Gaistal
• A quick break on the return to Leutasch
• The start of a walk for those who want to set off without a long warm-up
• Day visitors who want to experience the Gaistal at a relaxed pace

Getting There

Located directly on the Gaistalmautstraße – accessible by car, bicycle or on foot from Leutasch. Car park available. No access barriers.

Season and Opening Hours

Season	Year-round
Opening hours	Daily (hours seasonally variable)
Dogs	Welcome
Children	Very suitable
Access	Wheelchair-friendly

Combination Options

Poli’s Hütte is the ideal start or finish for almost any Gaistal tour:

• Ganghoferweg loop: As a starting point – after a coffee at Poli’s, head out onto the Ganghoferweg into the valley
• Gaistal family stroll: The simplest combination – a short walk into the valley, refreshments at Poli’s at the end
• Day trip with children: Poli’s Hütte → short walk into the Gaistal → return and cake

Tips for Your Visit

• Ask about cake in advance: If you have a particular baked good in mind – call ahead, as the selection changes daily
• Wheelchair access: Perfect for visitors with limited mobility who would otherwise be unable to experience the Gaistal
• Winter operation: Right on the trail – park your skis or snowshoes, have a coffee, and carry on

Poli’s Hütte is the most welcoming start to the Gaistal – not a hut for hardcore alpinists, but a place where everyone feels at home.