PARKING LOT NORDIC SPORTS ARENA -> lower and upper Hemerachalm -> Hemerkogel -> Grastalsee -> Grastal -> Sennhof parking lot -> PARKING LOT NORDIC SPORTS ARENA
For climbers free from dizziness, sure-footed, and highly experienced in alpine terrain;
Excellent physical condition, extensive mountain experience, alpine climbing equipment, safety and navigation tools, good weather conditions recommended.
Please note the current weather report
Appropriate equipment such as breathable and weather-appropriate outdoor clothing, ankle-high hiking boots, wind, rain, and sun protection, a hat, and possibly gloves are required for all hikes and routes. Carrying a first aid kit, a mobile phone, and possibly a hiking map, as well as sufficient provisions for hikes without food stops, is necessary.
From the Nordic Sports Arena parking lot in Niederthai, walk past the football field along Fortsweg towards Wiesle. Upon reaching the Mauslasattel, follow a path to the right through the Hemerwald to the Lower Hemerachalm. Then continue uphill to the Upper Hemerachalm. You will then leave the tree line and enter rockier terrain. The last ascent to the ridge is quite steep – once at the top, the final climb leads to the summit cross. There you can enjoy the breathtaking view. To avoid walking the same way back, follow the path down over large boulders to the Grastalsee. There you can recharge and start the last descent through the Grastal back to Niederthai and the starting point of the hiking route.
Travel comfortably and safely by train to the Ötztal train station. The terminus or exit point is ÖTZTAL station. Then you can travel conveniently and quickly by public transit or local taxi companies throughout the valley to your desired destination.
The current bus timetable is available at: http://fahrplan.vvt.at
Nordic Sports Arena Parking Lot
The parking lot is chargeable from 07:00 to 22:00 and is managed both in summer and winter.
