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

Frischmann Hut

Finishing point

Erlanger Hut
  • Fitness level 6 / 6

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Equipment

Suitable for sure-footed, confident on steep terrain, and alpine-experienced mountaineers; very good physical condition, alpine experience and mountaineering equipment (see under equipment), sometimes alpine safety gear, good weather conditions recommended. Please pay attention to the current weather report.

Appropriate equipment such as breathable and weather-adapted outdoor clothing is 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.

Source: Ötztal

Description

  • Route: path
  • Requirements: sure-footedness, confidence on heights
  • Black mountain path
  • Difficulties: no special difficulties
  • Equipment: normal hiking equipment
  • Accommodation, dining: Frischmann Hut, Erlanger Hut
  • Access/exit points: Umhausen – Frischmann Hut (approx. 3.5 h ascent, approx. 2.5 h descent; alternatively taxi shuttle Umhausen – Hintere Fundusalm – then about 30 min ascent to Frischmann Hut); Köfels (municipality of Umhausen) – Frischmann Hut (approx. 2.5 h ascent, approx. 2 h descent); Umhausen – Erlanger Hut (approx. 4.5 h ascent, approx. 3.5 h descent; alternatively taxi shuttle Umhausen – junction towards Vordere Leierstalalm – then about 2 h ascent to Erlanger Hut, approx. 1.5 h descent); Taxi ScharfetterT +43 (0) 5255 5858

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Getting here

  • Arrival by public transport

    Travel comfortably and safely by train to the Ötztal train station. The final stop or exit point is the ÖTZTAL station. Afterwards, you can travel conveniently and quickly using public transport or local taxi companies throughout the valley to your desired destination.

    The current bus schedule is available at: http://fahrplan.vvt.at

  • Parking

    The following parking options are available in Umhausen:

    - Mure parking lot | free of charge

    - Bischoffsplatz parking lot | paid | multi-day tickets possible

    - at the Engelswand climbing garden parking lot | no multi-day tickets possible

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