Due to trail maintenance work with helicopter transports, the hiking trail to the STUIBENFALL from Umhausen starting at the Waldcafé Stuböbele as well as from Niederthai at the Holzbrücke entry point will be completely closed on Wednesday, 17.09.2025 from 09:00 – 16:00!! Experience the Stuibenfall. On this route, you will learn how water has shaped life and the landscape in Umhausen over centuries and how significant its influence still is. Fascinating insights into the diverse uses of water await you, from historical irrigation systems to naturally grown bridges.
Appropriate equipment such as breathable, weather-appropriate outdoor clothing, ankle-high hiking boots, wind, rain and sun protection, a hat, and possibly gloves is required for all hikes and routes. It is necessary to bring a first aid kit, a mobile phone, and possibly a hiking map, as well as sufficient provisions for hikes without the possibility to stop for food.
The start of the hike is at the Bischoffsplatz parking lot in Umhausen. From there, follow the wide Fortsweg behind the Kneipphäusl restaurant up to the junction with the "Waalweg Arzwinkel." The path calmly winds along the Waal canals until you reach a gravel road. There, turn right along the bubbling Horlachbach up to the foot of the mighty waterfall, the Stuibenfall – Tyrol's largest waterfall. Always with a view of the fascinating natural spectacle, hike up to the source of the Stuibenfall on the right side of the cascading water masses over about 700 steps. Along the way, you pass scenic platforms and the 80-meter-long suspension bridge. At the end of the Discovery Trail, you can either return the same way or hike the old Niederthai street back to Umhausen. Alternatively, you can also hike to Niederthai and from there return to Umhausen by public transport.
Travel comfortably and safely by train to the Ötztal train station. The final destination or exit point is the ÖTZTAL station. Then travel conveniently and quickly by public transport or local taxi companies throughout the valley to your desired destination!
The current bus schedule is available at: http://fahrplan.vvt.at
The following parking options are available in Umhausen:
