Membership benefits
Austrian Alpine Club (ÖAV) members receive numerous benefits:
Worldwide insurance
Mountain rescue included: An unequalled insurance protection is included in the membership fee.
Cheaper accommodation in huts
Members receive a discount of at least 10 € in accommodation charges in mountain huts and contract houses.
Courses for mountaineers
The Alpenverein sections and our Academy offer alpine training to the highest standards.
Weather service for mountaineers
Plan you next trip by taking advantage of our constantly updated weather information.
Open access to the mountains
The Austrian Alpine Club fights against the growing restrictions regarding the access to forests and mountain areas.
Always well-informed
Alpine Club members benefit from reduced prices for high quality maps and the members' magazine.
Climbing gyms and training
Take advantage of over 100 ÖAV climbing walls and take part in competitions.