Hochreichkopf 3,010m - Umhausen-Niederthai

Track types

Rest stops

Safety information

Please note the current snow and avalanche report for the coming days: https://lawinen.report/bulletin/latest

Avalanche danger scale

1 (LOW) Avalanche release is only possible at heavy additional load on very few, extreme steep slopes. Spontaneous avalanches (so-called slides) are not expected. Generally safe conditions.

2 (MODERATE) Avalanche release is likely at heavy additional load especially on the indicated steep slopes. Larger avalanches are not expected. The snowpack is generally well consolidated, except on some steep slopes. Cautious route choice on the indicated steep slopes and slope aspects.

3 (CONSIDERABLE) Avalanche release is likely already at low additional load especially on the indicated steep slopes. Occasionally some medium, occasionally even large avalanches are possible spontaneously. The snowpack on many steep slopes is only moderately to weakly consolidated. Experience in avalanche assessment is necessary. Avoid indicated steep slopes and slope aspects as much as possible.

4 (HIGH) Avalanche release is possible already at low additional load especially on the indicated steep slopes. Occasionally many medium, sometimes even large avalanches occur. On many steep slopes the snowpack is only weakly consolidated. Route selection should be restricted to moderately steep terrain and avalanche runout zones must be considered. Extensive experience in avalanche assessment is necessary.

5 (VERY HIGH) Numerous large avalanches, also on moderately steep terrain, are expected spontaneously. At this warning level, safe operation in ski areas is no longer possible. The snowpack is generally weakly consolidated and unstable. Avoid touring is recommended.

Tips and suggestions

Ski touring rules

• Observe all applicable regulations for nature activities and route selection (e.g. wildlife protection areas, hunting exclusion zones, reforestation areas, information boards, etc.)
• Respect quiet zones for wildlife and avoid feeding areas as well as loud noises
• In winter, cross forest areas only on designated paths and routes; animals react very panically to unlocalized noise.
• Recognize wildlife habitats, avoid animals whenever possible. Observe wildlife only from a distance. Keep dogs on a leash at all times; it is absolutely irresponsible to let dogs run free in the forest during winter emergency periods.
• Plan your time correctly: start early enough and return before nightfall. In spring, you should be back at the hut by midday (avalanche danger).
• Never drive through reforestation and young growth areas.

Ötztal Tourism assumes no liability for the mentioned routes and recommends the accompaniment of a mountain guide. Glacier crossings are only possible on a rope and in a group.

Before starting a route, inform people in the valley of your destination and expected return time. Carrying an avalanche transceiver is strongly recommended.

More info on ski touring in the Ötztal can be found here

Directions

Driving to ÖTZTAL. Located in Tyrol, the ÖTZTAL branches off southward as the longest side valley of the Eastern Alps. Traveling by car takes visitors via the Inn Valley to the valley entrance and then along the Ötztal. In addition to the toll motorway, country roads can also be used. Your journey can be quickly and conveniently planned with the route planner.

To the route planner: https://www.google.at/maps.

Parking

The following parking options are available in Niederthai:

• Parkplatz Sennhof | Cost €5.00 per car for a day ticket, mandatory from 07:00 to 18:30, multi-day tickets possible | Guests with disabilities – visible ID must be presented – park for free | Buses park for free

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