High alpine experience is also required for the fifth and final stage on Route 1 of the Ötztal Trek. If you bring this with you or book a mountain guide, you will experience the Ötztal in all its beauty and wildness - including magnificent views. We spend the night at the Hochstubaihütte, at an altitude of 3,174 meters. A Tyrolean interpretation of the upper class.
Difficult, challenging stage on black mountain paths. Sure-footedness and high alpine experience for walking on glaciers as well as the correct roping technique are required. Orientation for pathless terrain required. A very good level of fitness is required.
For hikers free from vertigo, sure-footed, and highly alpine experienced climbers; excellent physical condition, comprehensive mountain experience, alpine climbing equipment, securing and orientation aids, good weather conditions recommended. Please observe the current weather report.
Appropriate equipment such as breathable and weather-appropriate outdoor clothing is required for all hikes and routes. Bringing a first aid kit, a mobile phone, and possibly a hiking map, as well as sufficient provisions for hikes without refreshment options, is necessary.
Ice axe, crampons, rope | Mountain guide recommended.
Travel comfortably and safely by train to Ötztal station. The final stop or disembarkation point is ÖTZTAL station. Afterwards, you travel conveniently and quickly by public bus or local taxi companies through the entire valley to your desired destination.
The current bus schedule is available at: http://fahrplan.vvt.at
The following parking options are available:
Gries:
- Parking lot at the village edge | paid | multi-day ticket possible
Längenfeld:
- Längenfeld Sports Center | free of charge
- Längenfeld Nature Park House | free of charge
For multi-day routes, place information and the return date visibly on the windshield.