Finailspitze
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FinailspitzePhoto: Roland Grüner, Ötztal
From the Hochjoch Hospiz: Duration: approx. 5 h
From the Similaun Hut: Duration: approx. 2 to 2½ h
From the Martin-Busch Hut: Duration: approx. 3½ h
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Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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For climbers free of vertigo, sure-footed, and highly experienced in high alpine terrain; excellent physical condition, extensive mountain experience, alpine climbing equipment, security and orientation tools, and good weather conditions are recommended. Please note the current weather report at: https://www.oetztal.com/de/sommer.htmlTips and suggestions
More information about hiking in the Ötztal: https://www.oetztal.com/wandernRoadbook
Hochjoch Hospiz:
From the hut, follow a path down to the bridge over the Hintereisbach. Beyond it, ascend in hairpin turns to the Arzbödele. Shortly after, cross the stream that comes from the Hochjochferner via a bridge, then follow the path towards Saykogel uphill to about 3,000 m (near the rain gauge). Now head south over the crevassed Hochjochferner to the Hauslabjoch (3,279 m). From here initially over snow and ice to the rock ridge and then along it with moderately difficult rock climbing, partly exposed, over the subpeak to the highest point. Duration: approx. 5 h
Similaun Hut:
From the hut on a marked trail over the rock ridge, later briefly descending (over a firn field often iced in summer). Over this and further over boulder terrain (cairns), finally briefly descending to the Tisenjoch where the iceman’s discovery site is located. From here about 20 minutes’ walk to the Hauslabjoch (3,279 m). Initially over snow and ice to the rock ridge and then along it with moderately difficult rock climbing, partly exposed, over the subpeak to the highest point. Duration: approx. 2 to 2½ h
Martin-Busch Hut:
From the hut along a good path towards the Similaun Hut. After 1½ hours at "Beim Bild" (last signpost to the Similaun Hut) turn right and cross gravel and boulder terrain onto the glacier. Over this to the Tisenjoch (iceman’s discovery site). From here 20 minutes to the Hauslabjoch (3,279 m). Initially over snow and ice to the rock ridge and then along it with moderately difficult rock climbing, partly exposed, over the subpeak to the highest point. Duration: approx. 3½ h
Public transport
Travel comfortably and safely by train to the Ötztal station. The final station or exit point is the ÖTZTAL station. Afterwards, travel conveniently and quickly with public transport or local taxi companies through the entire valley to your desired destination! The current bus schedule is available at: http://fahrplan.vvt.at
Directions
The car journey into the ÖTZTAL. Located in Tyrol, the Ötztal branches southwards as the longest side valley of the Eastern Alps. Travel by car takes visitors via the Inn Valley to the valley entrance and along the Ötztal. Besides toll motorways, 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
In the mountaineering village of Vent, the following parking options are available.
- In summer, in front of the village (parking meter, coins or EC card only) and at the valley station of the chairlift (at the mountain railway ticket office)
- In winter, only at the valley station of the chairlift.
Cost: € 5.00 per day/car
Coordinates
Author’s map recommendations
Kompass #042 | Inner Ötztal and Pitztal, Gurgler Valley, Venter Valley | 1:25,000
Kompass #43 | Ötztal Alps, Ötztal, Pitztal | 1:50,000
Freytag & Bernd WK 251 | Ötztal, Pitztal, Kaunertal, Wildspitze | 1:25,000
Equipment
Appropriate equipment such as breathable and weather-appropriate outdoor clothing, ankle-high hiking boots, wind, rain and sun protection, cap, 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 the possibility to stop for food, is necessary.
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