100 Hut Walks in the Alps: Routes for day walks and overnight stays in France, Switzerland, Italy, Austria and Slovenia

100 Hut Walks in the Alps - Routes for day walks and overnight stays in France, Switzerland, Italy, Austria and Slovenia is a guidebook for walks to mountain huts and refuges in the Alps. 

This guidebook has route descriptions for 100 day walks to suit alpine walkers of all abilities, with suggestions for some hut-to-hut tours. These routes take you through breathtaking scenery in the Maritime Alps, Julian Alps, Gran Paradiso, the Turnitzer Alps, Bernese Oberland, the Kitzbuheler Alps and the Dolomites of South Tirol.

Discover a world of Alpine walking adventures with 100 Hut Walks in the Alps, the ultimate inspiration and planning guide for unforgettable day walks and overnight hut experiences across Europe’s great mountain ranges. From the sun-drenched trails of the Maritime Alps to the dramatic peaks of the Julian Alps, this guidebook offers a diverse collection of scenic walks suitable for all abilities, centred around welcoming mountain huts. 

The 100 routes in this book range from gentle, scenic circuits to more ambitious mountain days, each offering the reward of a lunch at a mountain refuge or an overnight stay. Whether you’re planning a short holiday in the Alps or seeking fresh ideas for your next walking trip, this guidebook provides ample inspiration across France, Switzerland, Italy, Austria and Slovenia. 

Routes cover major Alpine regions including the Maritime Alps, Julian Alps, Gran Paradiso, Turnitzer Alps, Bernese Oberland, Kitzbüheler Alps and the Dolomites of South Tirol, providing inspiration to explore Europe’s most scenic mountains.

Hut-based experiences include options for lunch or overnight stays, with guidance on hut etiquette, opening seasons and reservation requirements to help you plan your visit 
Sketch maps accompany each route in France, Switzerland, Italy, Austria and Slovenia, offering clear visual orientation and helping walkers plan their trips effectively.

Practical inspiration is provided for walking holidays, making it easy to design day walks or multi-day mountain hut treks that fit your pace, schedule and interests.

Written by the well-respected guidebook author Kev Reynolds, whose experience and expertise provide trustworthy advice and inspiration for all Alpine walkers.

100 Hut Walks in the Alps - Quick Facts:

Location: France, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, Slovenia   
Regions: Maritime Alps, Julian Alps, Gran Paradiso, the Turnitzer Alps, Bernese Oberland, the Kitzbuheler Alps and the Dolomites of South Tirol 
Total walks: 100 walks 
Typical distance: 4 - 32km   
Typical distance: Single day (with lunch) to multi-day hut-based walks   
Trail type: Well-marked Alpine paths, regional variations, and hut-based circuits   
Difficulty: Easy to moderate; suitable for a wide range of walkers   
Terrain: Mountain paths, alpine valleys, high passes, forest trails, and scenic circuits   
Navigation: Sketch maps included, relevant maps suggested for each walk 
Best season: July to September (peak hut season, wildflowers in bloom)   
Accommodation: Mountain huts offering lunch or overnight stays; advance booking recommended.