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Gehsteigalm - Erlanger Hut - Umhausen
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Erlanger HutPhoto: Ötztal
GEHSTEIGALM -> ERLANGER HUT
The start of this hike is at the Gehsteigalm in Tumpen. From there, you turn left onto the clearly narrower mountain path that continues uphill through the open alpine pasture. Initially, it heads northeast, then at a fork, go left on an ascending traverse and over a wide gully to a mountain basin. Behind this, you soon reach the western ridge of the Kreuzjochspitze rising on the right. Here, you can already see the hut in front of you, although it is still quite far away. From now on, the route continues along a beautiful high-altitude path, staying roughly at the same height. Finally, there is one more ascent, where shortly before the hut, a rocky outcrop must be overcome, but this has been made easier with iron chains. The Erlanger Hut is now located in a magnificent and high alpine setting right by the Wettersee.
Tip: It is possible to take the hut taxi up to the Gehsteigalm. Taxi Scharfetter T +43 (0) 5255 5858
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Erlanger HutSafety information
Moderate mountain path; suitable for sure-footed and experienced mountain hikers;
Good physical condition, mountain experience and equipment (see under equipment) necessary
Please observe the current weather report
Tips and suggestions
More information about hiking in the Ötztal can be found here
Public transport
Travel comfortably and safely by train to the Ötztal train station. The final stop or exit point is ÖTZTAL station. Afterwards, you can travel comfortably and quickly through the entire valley to your desired destination using public transportation or local taxi companies.
The current bus schedule is available at: http://fahrplan.vvt.at
Directions
Driving in ÖTZTAL. Located in Tirol, the Ötztal branches off to the south as the longest side valley of the Eastern Alps. Traveling by car leads visitors over the Inn Valley to the valley entrance and further along the Ötztal valley. In addition to the toll motorway, country roads can also be used. The route planner lets you determine your drive quickly and conveniently.
To the route planner: https://www.google.at/maps
Parking
In Tumpen, the following parking options are available to you:
- Volksschule Tumpen car park | free of charge
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Kompass hiking map | Scale: 1:35,000
Equipment
Appropriate equipment such as breathable and weather-adapted outdoor clothing, ankle-high hiking boots, wind, rain and sun protection, hat and 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 dining options is necessary.
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