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Glacier Flea March - Obergurgl - Vent
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The traditional march leads participants through the high alpine glacier world of the rear Ötztal up to the 3,200-meter-high Ramoljoch.
An event with views of the surrounding giant mountains of the Ötztal. Always on the first Sunday in August.
From Obergurgl over the Achbrücke initially somewhat steep to the "Beilstein", then over the Hochmähder to the Küppele shepherd's hut, further steeply upwards to the Ramolhaus and over the Ramol glacier and very rocky terrain in about 30 minutes to the entry of the Ramoljoch. There it is secured by rope, partly over ladders, to the Ramoljoch.
The descent leads over very rocky, steep terrain, then over an easier path to the Ramolalm (not managed!). From there descent to Vent. Only in good weather and with appropriate alpine equipment.
Surefootedness and fear of heights required!
Walking times:
Obergurgl - Ramolhaus: 3 - 4 h
Ramolhaus - Ramoljoch: approx. 1 h
Ramoljoch - Vent: 3.5 - 4 h
Author’s recommendation
Important for all “Glacier Flea” participants
- that you only participate in the Glacier Flea March if you feel healthy and physically fit.
- that you do not leave the marked path.
- that you adopt a steady pace and can keep it up.
Ötztal Verified partner
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Rest stops
RamolhausRamolalm
Safety information
For those free of fear of heights, surefooted, and highly experienced in alpine terrain; excellent physical condition, comprehensive mountain experience, alpine climbing equipment, securing and navigation tools, good weather conditions recommended Please refer to 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/wandernRoadbook
From Obergurgl over the Achbrücke initially somewhat steep to the "Beilstein", then over the Hochmähder to the Küppele shepherd's hut, further steeply upwards to the Ramolhaus and over the Ramol glacier and very rocky terrain in about 30 minutes to the entry of the Ramoljoch. There it is secured by rope, partly over ladders, to the Ramoljoch.
The descent leads over very rocky, steep terrain, then over an easier path to the Ramolalm (not managed!). From there descent to Vent. Only in good weather and with appropriate alpine equipment.
Surefootedness and fear of heights required!
Walking times:
Obergurgl - Ramolhaus: 3 - 4 h
Ramolhaus - Ramoljoch: approx. 1 h
Ramoljoch - Vent: 3.5 - 4 h
Ramolalm
Public transport
Travel comfortably and safely by train to the Ötztal train station. The final stop or exit point is ÖTZTAL station. Afterwards, travel conveniently and quickly by public transport or local taxi companies throughout the valley to your desired destination. The current bus schedule is available at: http://fahrplan.vvt.at
Directions
The car trip into the ÖTZTAL. Located in Tyrol, the Ötztal branches off to the south as the longest side valley of the Eastern Alps. Car travelers reach the valley via the Inn Valley up to the valley entrance and further along the Ötztal. Besides the toll highway, country roads can also be used. Your trip can be quickly and conveniently planned with the route planner: To the route planner: https://www.google.at/maps
Parking
In the mountaineering village of Vent, the following parking options are available to you.- In summer in front of the village (parking meter, coins or EC card only) and at the valley station of the chairlift (at the ticket office of the cable cars)
Cost: €6.00 per day/car
The following parking options are available in Gurgl:
- Parking garage village center Obergurgl (go down right in front of the church), paid | € 2.00 first hour, for every additional 1/2 hour € 1.00 up until max. € 16.00 for 24 hours
- Parking garage village entrance – Festkoglbahn valley station, paid | € 6.00 from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm, € 10.00 from 8:00 pm to 8:00 am
- Parking lot Hochgurglbahn valley station, free – no overnight parking
- Parking lot Top Mountain Crosspoint, free
Coordinates
Book recommendation by the author
Ötztal Hiking Book | Helga Marberger | Publisher: Tyrolia
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
Kompass | Bike & Hiking Map Ötztal | 1:35,000
Equipment
Appropriate equipment such as breathable and weather-appropriate outdoor clothing, ankle-high hiking boots, wind, rain and sun protection, hat, possibly gloves, is required for all hikes and routes. Bringing a first aid kit, a mobile phone and possibly a hiking map, as well as sufficient provisions for hikes without refreshment possibilities, is necessary.
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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