Via ferrata Via ferrata Rosskopf

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Oetz

B/C

0:45 h

210 hm

Via ferrata Rosskopf

Information

Requirement: B/C
Duration: 1:30 h
Duration: 0:45 h
Elevation difference: 210 hm

Topography

Via ferrata Rosskopf

Sea level starting point2020 m

Sea level highest point2399 m

Approach

The starting point is at the top station of Acherkogelbahn gondola lift (2.020 hm). From there, follow the well-sign posted hiking trail towards "Schafer Kreuz". From the cross, an old sheep parth leads to the start of the via ferrata. Helmets are mandatory on this approach section.

Descent

The descent route is not far from the summit. Via the south flank of Rosskopf you follow a marked hiking trail back to the top station of Acherkogelbahn gondola lift.

Walking time descent

1:00 h

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Route description

Scenic Rosskopf Via Ferrata leads along the impressive north face of Rosskopf peak at 2.399 hm above sea level and offers a true alpine experience with awe-inspiring panoramic view of Ötztal valley. The route continuously features difficulty levels B to B/C and has varied passages with huge slabs, short steep sections and ridge crossings.

Getting here

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Parking
The paid parking lot is located at the valley station of the Acherkogelbahn.
Contact
Klettersteig Rosskopf
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