Place:
Umhausen
:
Alpine pasture / hut / mountain restaurant
UMHAUSEN -> Mure parking lot -> Neudorf district -> Fundus bridge -> Fundustal/Leierstal junction -> Vordere Leierstalalm -> Erlanger Hut -> WETTERSEE
Moderately difficult mountain path; suitable for sure-footed and experienced mountain hikers;
Good physical condition, mountain experience, and mountaineering equipment (see under Equipment) are necessary
Please observe the current
Appropriate equipment such as breathable and weather-appropriate outdoor clothing, ankle-high hiking boots, wind, rain, and sun protection, hat, and possibly gloves is required for all hikes and routes. It is necessary to carry a first aid kit, a mobile phone, and possibly a hiking map, as well as sufficient provisions for hikes without dining options.
From the Mure parking lot in the village center of Umhausen, cross the bridge, pass the parish church, and continue leisurely through the Neudorf district. After crossing the Fundus bridge, follow the wide forest road to the junction of Fundustal (left) and Leierstal (right). From there, continue right until you reach the "unattended" Vordere Leierstalalm. From the Alm, a cart track gently leads uphill to the material cableway, then continue on path No. 913 with a steady ascent to the already visible but only seemingly nearby Erlanger Hut. From the hut to the deep dark Wettersee is only five minutes away. The Wettersee is a jewel among mountain lakes. It can be leisurely circled in one hour on a newly created path. The descent follows the ascent route. A transfer or pickup to/from the Vordere Leierstalalm with the hut taxi is possible, then the walking time is approximately 2.5 - 3 hours.
Travel comfortably and safely by train to the Ötztal train station. The final stop or exit point is the ÖTZTAL station. Afterwards, you can conveniently and quickly travel through the entire valley to your desired destination using public transportation or local taxi services! The current bus timetable is available at: http://fahrplan.vvt.at
The following parking options are available in Umhausen:
