Better safe than sorry: there are two summit crosses on the popular Narrenkogel with its far-reaching views, as it is also the local mountain of Niederthai and Umhausen.
At 2309 meters above sea level, the Narrenkogel may not scratch the 3000 meter mark of many of its Ötztal and Stubai colleagues, but it is still phenomenal as a panoramic mountain. It can be reached from the Sennhof in Niederthai via the Bergmahderweg and the "Bergle" in around two hours. As a circular hike, the trail leads down via Brennboden and past the Bichl snack station back to Niederthai. Sure-footedness and mountain experience are required along the entire route.
Moderate mountain path; suitable for sure-footed and experienced mountain hikers;
Good physical condition, mountain experience, and mountain equipment (see under equipment) necessary.
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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 dining options, is necessary.
The hike starts in Niederthai at the Sennhof parking lot (next to the information center). From there, you go right over the wooden bridge towards the district of Höfle and after about 200 meters, you turn right again onto the Bergmahderweg. You follow this path downhill until about 150 meters later, where the marked, narrow hiking trail to Narrenkogel branches off to the left. From there, it continues along the somewhat steeper path to Bergle. Small wetlands and springs can be found here; in early summer, pasqueflowers and gentians enrich the former hay meadows, later the fragrant orchid. Past a hunting hut, you walk over the open mountain meadow. Here you turn right and hike on a steep path through the sparse stone pine forest up to the tree line and further to the summit. Narrenkogel is considered the local mountain of both Umhausen and Niederthai, which is why it has two summit crosses.
Travel comfortably and safely by train to the Ötztal train station. The final stop or exit point is the ÖTZTAL station. Afterwards, you travel comfortably and quickly with public transport or local taxi companies through the entire valley to your desired destination! The current bus timetable is available at: http://fahrplan.vvt.at
The following parking options are available in Niederthai:
