Polis Hütte

Polis Hütte in the Gasse hamlet of Leutasch is a straightforward refreshment stop away from the high trails: 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

Polis 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 Polis 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 Polis are ending the day exactly right: with a slice of cake and a coffee in the evening sun.

Open in Summer and Winter

Polis Hütte has two seasons: in summer from mid-June to early October as a rest stop and day-trip destination, in winter continuously from Christmas to March, right on the cross-country ski trail and as a stop for snowshoers. It is closed during the shoulder seasons (spring, late autumn).

During the season, fixed opening hours apply: Wednesday to Friday 11am–6pm, Saturday 9am–6pm, Sunday 9am–5pm (closed Monday and Tuesday). In winter, open continuously as long as the ski trail is in operation.

Location

Polis Hütte is located in the Gasse hamlet of Leutasch, on the road from Weidach towards Burggraben/Mittenwald, right behind the car park. It is not a stop along the way into the Gaistal, but a destination in its own right – ideal for:

• Day visitors looking for a straightforward rest stop with cake
• Families with pushchairs or wheelchair users, for whom many alpine huts aren’t an option
• Cross-country skiers and snowshoers in winter, right on the trail

Getting There

Reachable via the federal road from Weidach towards Mittenwald, in the Gasse hamlet right behind the car park. Free parking for guests. Alternatively by bus to the “Leutasch Gasse/Gasthof Weißes Rössl” stop (free with the guest card).

Season and Opening Hours

Season	Mid-June – early October, plus Christmas – March
Opening hours	Wed–Fri 11am–6pm, Sat 9am–6pm, Sun 9am–5pm (closed Mon+Tue); winter continuous
Dogs	Welcome
Children	Very suitable
Access	Wheelchair-friendly

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
• Ribs evening: Every Wednesday from 6pm, reservation only
• Weekend breakfast: Saturday and Sunday from 9am, hearty breakfast with reservation
• Wheelchair access: Perfect for visitors with limited mobility
• Winter operation: Right on the trail – park your skis or snowshoes, have a coffee, and carry on
• Winter hut evenings: Monday, Wednesday and Friday – popular with limited spots, book ahead

Polis Hütte is one of the most welcoming refreshment stops in Leutasch – not a hut for hardcore alpinists, but a place where everyone feels at home.