Cycle tour Ötztal cycle route stage 2: Oetz - Umhausen

The Ötztal cycle route features some climbs and should not be underestimated in this regard.

The cycle path crosses the Ötztal federal road several times.

BIKE BEHAVIOR RULES 

1. Always ride on the right, at controlled speed and, if necessary, with half visibility, especially at narrow points and tight curves, as you must always expect oncoming traffic or obstacles (e.g., bollards, barriers, stones, branches, cattle grids, other vehicles).
2. Be aware that the streets and paths used usually have mixed uses and therefore obstructions can occur at any time (e.g., agricultural and forestry vehicles, authorized vehicles, stored wood, grazing livestock).
3. Show consideration especially for pedestrians and other cyclists; overtake only at walking pace.
4. Consider the technical and physical difficulty of your route and assess your experience and skills as a cyclist carefully (for bike or e-bike beginners, a riding safety training is recommended if necessary).
5. Protect your head with a helmet and check your equipment before starting every bike tour (brakes, bell, lights, reflectors, etc.).
6. Obey traffic bans and barriers. Close the pasture gates.
7. Respect animals and nature by avoiding riding off the roads and paths open to cycle traffic.
8. Do not leave any litter.
9. According to traffic regulations, only e-bikes/pedelecs with a maximum speed of 25 km/h are allowed on cycle paths.

Gear up rules! We recommend wearing special bike protective gear on all cycling and mountain bike routes in the Ötztal region. We also recommend carrying enough water.