Long-distance hike Ötztal Trek Stage 21

Umhausen /
Difficulty ratings: difficult
Route length: 9.4 km
Duration: 4:30 h

The last stages of the final Route 6 are on the program. Today we are on our way to one of the most beautiful mountain lakes in Tyrol: the Wettersee. Its crystal-clear water against a spectacular mountain backdrop is deeply impressive. The Erlanger Hütte, our stage destination, is just a few minutes' walk away - wonderful.

Tour character

Difficult stage on black mountain paths. Sure-footedness and high alpine experience are required. There are two rocky ledges to overcome with the help of ropes. You have to cross scree fields and steep climbs. A very good level of fitness is required.

Tour information

  • Requirement: difficult
  • Length: 9.4 km
  • Duration: 4:30 h
  • Elevation uphill:1,270 hm
  • Elevation downhill:925 hm
Highest point3,067 m

Starting point

Frischmannhütte

Finishing point

Erlanger Hütte
  • Fitness level 6 / 6

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Equipment

For experienced mountaineers that are free from vertigo & surefooted, Very good physical condition, mountain experience & mountain equipment (see notice equipment) necessary, such as alpine security material, good weather conditions recommended. Please pay attention to the current weather report Appropriate equipment such as breathable suitable outdoor clothes for the weather, is for all hikes and tours necessary. Please bring a first-aid box, a mobile phone, a walking map and if there is no hut on the way a snack and enough to drink.
Source: Ötztal

Description

  • Route: Climbing
  • Requirements: Step safety, dizziness;
  • Mountain path black
  • Difficulty: no special difficulties
  • Equipment: normal hiking equipment
  • Huts: Frischmann Hut, Erlanger Hut
  • Acess / exit point: Umhausen to the Frischmannhütte (approx. 3,5 h ascent, approx. 2,5 h descent,alternatively taxish shuttle from Umhausen to the Hinteren Fundusalm - then another 30 min ascent to the Frischmannhütte);from Köfels (municipality Umhausen) to the Frischmannhütte (about 2,5 h ascent, approx. 2 h descent);from Umhausen to the Erlanger hut (approx. 4,5 h ascent, approx. 3,5 h descent,alternatively taxish shuttle from Umhausen to intersection towards Vordere Leierstalalm - then approx. 2 h ascent to the Erlanger hut, approx. 1,5 h descent )Taxi Scharfetter T +43 (0) 5255 5858

Nearby huts and mountain restaurants

Getting here

  • Arrival by public transport

    Travel safe and comfortable with the train to the Ötztal Bahnhof train station. Last stop and exit point is the train station Ötztal Bahnhof. Afterwards you can travel smoothly and quick with the public transport or our local taxi companies through the valley to your desired destination. Please find the current bus timetable here: http://fahrplan.vvt.at

  • Parking

    The following parking facilities are available in Umhausen:

    - Umhausen Parking Mure | free of charge

    - Umhausen Bischoffsplatz | chargeable | Multi-day tickets available

    - Tumpen / Lehn-Platzl At the parking place Engelswand climbing garden | chargeable | No multi-day tickets available

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