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Auerklamm
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Photo: Katharina Nösig, Ötztal
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.
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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.htmlTips and suggestions
More info about hiking in the Ötztal: https://www.oetztal.com/wandernPublic transport
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.atDirections
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/mapsParking
Parking options available:
- Parking lot directly at the Ambach Infopoint (free)
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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.Localization
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