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Lochle Alm Trail (6014)
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On the quiet (lift-free) side of the BIKE REPUBLIC SÖLDEN, the natural trail leads from Lochle Alm towards Kleble Alm (or vice versa).
The Lochle Alm Trail goes from the last switchback before Kleble Alm towards the Windachtal and the unmanaged Lochle Alm (or in the opposite direction). It runs entirely through forest, is quite flowy, but also spiced with short, sharp climbs and a steep downhill section near the end. In the middle, there is a hiking trail branching off towards Stallwiesalm: keep left here! Also great is that the forest ground is barely affected by rain, so it’s almost always pleasant to ride on.
As with all trails on the quiet side of Sölden: there is no shuttle here, you have to pedal uphill yourself. About 500 meters of elevation gain is required for the route up to the trail entrance.
A complete trail loop is offered by the route Enduro Windach B.
Please watch out for hikers!
Author’s recommendation
If you pedal uphill before the entrance, you can stop at the Kleble Alm – with a magnificent view of the BIKE REPUBLIC.
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Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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Lochle AlmSafety information
The Lochle Alm Trail is a red route. It is generally rideable but includes a few tight switchbacks.
At BIKE REPUBLIC SÖLDEN, it’s all about the shared fun of bike sport – no matter your riding level. Be considerate of each other and support one another. Also behave respectfully towards all other people on the mountain and in the valley – and towards nature.
-> Stay on the paved and signposted trails. Do not ride across open meadows!
-> Avoid locking the rear wheel and help preserve the trails.
-> Be considerate of animals & close the pasture gates. There may be cows on the trails and lines. Ride cautiously and keep distance!
-> Please note: Hikers also use the natural trails of BIKE REPUBLIC SÖLDEN. Ride carefully, stop, yield thoughtfully, and greet nicely.
Tips and suggestions
More information about biking & cycling in the Ötztal: https://www.oetztal.com/biken
More info about probably the flowiest nation of the Alps, the BIKE REPUBLIC SÖLDEN: https://bikerepublic.soelden.com
And more video content here: https://www.youtube.com/c/BikeRepublicSöldenSoeldenSolden
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
Arrival by train
Get to Ötztal train station at the valley entrance easily by train. A scheduled bus departs right from the station square towards Obergurgl. The bus ride to Sölden takes about 1 to 1.5 hours. On the designated bike line buses, bike transport (including eMTBs) is free with a valid bus ticket.
You can find all important information about bus timetables, connections, and taxi companies here.
Directions
WHERE IS SÖLDEN?
Sölden is located in the west of Austria in the state of TIROL, in a southern side valley of the Inn valley – the ÖTZTAL.
Arrival from the west:
from Vorarlberg to Tirol via the Arlberg Pass or through the Arlberg Tunnel (S 16) - Landeck - highway A 12 towards Innsbruck - exit Ötztal to Roppener Tunnel - B 186 (35km) to Sölden
From the north:
- Bad Tölz - Achenpass - B 181 - Jenbach - A 12 Innsbruck towards Bregenz - exit Ötztal - B 186 (35km) to Sölden
- Pfronten - Reutte - Fernpass - Imst - A 12 towards Innsbruck - exit Ötztal to Roppener Tunnel or B 171 Tiroler Straße to Ötztal (vignette-free) - B 186 (35km) to Sölden
- Garmisch Partenkirchen - Ehrwald - Lermoss - Fernpass - Imst - A 12 towards Innsbruck - exit Ötztal to Roppener Tunnel or B 171 Tiroler Straße to Ötztal (vignette-free) - B 186 (35km) to Sölden
- Garmisch Partenkirchen - Mittenwald - Scharnitz - Seefeld in Tirol - Telfs - A 12 towards Bregenz - exit Ötztal or B 171 Tiroler Straße to Ötztal (vignette-free) - B186 (35km) to Sölden
From the east:
from Munich or Salzburg on the A 93 to Kufstein, then on the A 12 towards Bregenz, via Innsbruck to exit Ötztal, then continue on B 186 (35km) to Sölden
From the south:
from Bolzano via Brenner (toll road) - Brenner highway via toll station Schönberg towards Innsbruck - from Innsbruck on A 12 towards Bregenz to the Ötztal access - continue on B 186 (35km) to Sölden
Parking
At the valley stations of the Gaislachkoglbahn and the Giggijochbahn, there are sufficient parking spaces available, including parking garages.
Parking spaces are subject to fees.
Paid overnight parking of cars in the Gaislachkogl parking garage is possible:
more information about overnight parking
Please respect that wild camping is forbidden!
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Well equipped rules! We recommend wearing MTB protective gear (helmet, protectors for knees, elbows, back, ...) on all lines, trails, enduro routes, and mountain bike routes in BIKE REPUBLIC SÖLDEN. All trails are exclusively intended for use with mountain bikes that meet current quality standards.Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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