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· Gurgl
Hochgurgl - Top Mountain Star
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Top Mountain Star in summerPhoto: Ötztal Tourismus Information Gurgl, Ötztal
HOCHGURGL -> Königstal -> TOP MOUNTAIN STAR
Above Hochgurgl, the hiking trail leads into the beautiful Königstal. From there, follow the Königsbach downstream to the valley end. Then the narrow, rocky hiking trail leads steeply up to the Top Mountain Star.
The Top Mountain Star can only be reached on foot in summer and is not staffed (only in winter).
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Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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Safety information
Moderate mountain path; suitable for sure-footed and experienced mountain hikers. Good physical condition, mountain experience, and mountain equipment (see under equipment) necessary. Please check the current weather report at: https://www.oetztal.com/de/sommer.html
Tips and suggestions
More info about hiking in the Ötztal: https://www.oetztal.com/wandern
Roadbook
Above Hochgurgl, the hiking trail leads into the beautiful Königstal. From there, follow the Königsbach downstream to the valley end. Then the narrow, rocky hiking trail leads steeply up to the Top Mountain Star.
The Top Mountain Star can only be reached on foot in summer and is not staffed (only in winter).
Public transport
Travel comfortably and safely by train to the Ötztal station. The final stop or exit point is the ÖTZTAL station. Afterwards, you can travel conveniently and quickly by public transportation or local taxi companies throughout the valley to your desired destination. The current bus schedule is available at: http://fahrplan.vvt.at
Directions
Driving into the ÖTZTAL. Located in Tyrol, the ÖTZTAL branches southwards as the longest side valley of the Eastern Alps. Traveling by car takes visitors along the Inn valley to the valley entrance and continues along the Ötztal. In addition to the toll highway, country roads can also be used. Your route can be quickly and conveniently determined with the route planner: To the route planner: https://www.google.at/maps.
Parking
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
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Equipment
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 dining options, is necessary.
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Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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