History

A house steeped in tradition

The origins of our house date back several decades. We have preserved this rich tradition throughout all renovations and modern upgrades to the Kreuzjochhaus.

Our house remains a mountain lodge, albeit with a bit more luxury than one could have imagined in the 19th century. Yet what was good back then—the use of local, sustainable materials, a building in harmony with its natural surroundings, and the fine craftsmanship of local artisans—is better today than ever before.

1861

A cadastral map from this year shows a mining operation at the site where our Kreuzjochhaus stands today. The area was part of the Royal Bavarian State Forest, accessible via the Kreuzalm.

1921

1926

A “Barbarahütte” is listed in the Garmisch-Partenkirchen address directory. A popular destination and group lodging for hikers and skiers.

1932

1935

1937

The Barbarahütte becomes the Kreuzjochhaus, while the neighboring new building is named the Barbarahütte. During World War II (1939–45), the Kreuzjochhaus is used as training quarters by the 79th Mountain Artillery Regiment from Landsberg.

1946

1950

In the summer, the Kreuzjochhaus gets new residents; “NaturFreunde Deutschland e. V.” moves in for the next 30 years.

1981

The Kreuzjochhaus is acquired by the District of Trier and Sparkasse Trier as a recreational facility. The Barbarahütte remains in the possession of “NaturFreunde Deutschland e. V.”

1999

Carolin Pohl and Barbara Schellhammer take over the Kreuzjochhaus and convert it into an event lodge from which alpine tours are launched.

2010

In the spring, the Holzhey family acquires the Kreuzjochhaus and transforms it into one of the most beautiful event venues in the Alps.