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Hiking Trail

Auerklamm

Ötztal
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Key facts
2:00 h Duration
3.32 km Length
272 m Ascent
273 m Descent
1,100 m Max. altitude
750 m Min. altitude
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Landscape
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Description

AMBACH -> Auer Klamm -> Taxegg -> Oetzerau -> Ebene -> AMBACH
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Map & elevation profile

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AMBACH -> Auer Klamm -> Taxegg -> Oetzerau -> Ebene -> AMBACH

The hike does not go through the gorge but around it. The Auer Klamm is one of the most popular routes for canyoning in the Tyrolean Oberland. At many points, you can look down to the stream and besides beautiful waterfalls, you sometimes see daring athletes rappelling or jumping.

At the Ambach Infopoint, cross the street. The path to the Auerklamm begins immediately on the right. A beautiful hiking trail leads through the forest up to a great viewpoint. At the forest edge, particularly attentive hikers can still see the remains of the foundations of the ruin of Auenstein castle. This castle was built around 1200 and marked the important trade route into the Sellrain valley. Afterwards, you cross a wooden bridge to the district of Taxegg and continue to Oetzerau. There you can visit the Antonius Church. The return route goes steeply down on the other side of the gorge. In the district of Ebene, cross the stream and return to the starting point.

Author's tip
A visit to the Antonius Church in Oetzerau might be worthwhile. St. Antonius is invoked for the recovery of lost items.

Regions & Places

Austria (Country)
Tyrol (Province)
Bezirk Imst (District)
Ötztal (Tourism area)
Haiming (Commune)
Oetz (Commune)

Mountain areas

Alps (Mountain area)
Stubai Alps (Mountain area)
Modified at 24.03.2026 · Created at 10.08.2017

Characteristics

Round trip
Scenic
Cultural/historical interest
Geological highlights

Way types

Asphalt 708.98 m
Naturweg 475.89 m
Pfad 2.14 km
Straße 1.23 m

Safety guidelines

Moderately difficult mountain trail; suitable for sure-footed and experienced mountain hikers; good physical fitness, mountain experience, and mountain equipment (see under equipment) are necessary. Please check the current weather report at: https://www.oetztal.com/de/sommer.html

Additional information

More info about hiking in the Ötztal: https://www.oetztal.com/wandern

Recommended maps

Kompass #043 | Ötztal Alps Ötztal, Pitztal | 1:50,000

From the Ambach Infopoint (free parking available) across the street. The path to the Auerklamm begins immediately there. A beautiful hiking trail through the forest with a viewing platform. Afterwards, you reach a wooden bridge to the district of Taxegg and continue to Oetzerau. There you can visit the Antonius Church. On the way back, the path goes steeply down on the other side of the gorge. In the district of Ebene, cross the old wooden bridge back to the starting point.

Public transit

Travel comfortably and safely by train to the Ötztal station. The final stop and exit point is ÖTZTAL station. Afterwards, you can conveniently and quickly reach your desired destination through the entire valley using public transport or local taxi services! The current bus timetable is available at: http://fahrplan.vvt.at

Starting point

Ötztal Infopoint Ambach

Getting there

Driving to the ÖTZTAL. Located in Tyrol, the Ötztal branches off southwards as the longest side valley of the Eastern Alps. Traveling by car takes visitors over the Inn valley to the valley entrance and further along the Ötztal. In addition to the toll motorway, country roads can also be used. With the route planner, your drive can be quickly and conveniently determined: To the route planner: https://www.google.at/maps

Parking

Parking options available:

  • Parking lot directly at the Ambach Infopoint (free)

Coordinates

10.866997, 47.2153
Plan arrival

Saturday, 13.06.
Increasingly sunny -
Warmer than recently
Morning
12 °C
30%
Rainfall risk
Afternoon
27 °C
20%
Rainfall risk
Sunday, 14.06.
Often sunny and warm
Good weather for outdoor activities
Morning
14 °C
10%
Rainfall risk
Afternoon
26 °C
30%
Rainfall risk

Appropriate equipment such as breathable and weather-appropriate outdoor clothing, ankle-high hiking boots, wind, rain and sun protection, a hat, possibly gloves, 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 refreshment options, is necessary.
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