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Miners Trail Hochoetz with Wetterkreuz peak

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    PANORAMARESTAURANT HOCHOETZ -> Bielefelder Hütte -> Wetterkreuz -> Wörgetal -> Pochersee -> Knappenhaus -> Obere Issalm -> Iss Brücke
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    Distance 7.6 km
    6:00 h
    571 m
    852 m
    2,583 m
    1,732 m
    The starting point of the hike is the panoramic restaurant Hochoetz, situated at an altitude of 2,020 meters. From there, a wide forest road initially leads in the direction of the Bielefelder Hütte. Shortly afterward, a steep ascent begins, which transitions into a gently sloping high-altitude trail just below the Brunnenkopf summit. This scenic trail winds its way along the mountainside, offering beautiful views.

    At a fork in the trail, the ascent to the Rosskopf branches off to the left, while the path to the right continues toward the Wetterkreuz, which is reached after a moderate climb. From the summit, hikers are rewarded with a stunning panorama of the Stubai Alps and the Mieming Range, perfect for a short break with a view.

    The descent follows the backside of the Wetterkreuz down into the wild and romantic Wörgetal valley. A narrow trail winds through this remote section of the valley until it reaches the Knappenhaus with Pochwerk. This faithfully reconstructed ore processing plant. Here, visitors are immersed in the region's over 350-year-old mining histor. This is a true highlight of the tour.

    A bit further on, the trail passes by the idyllic Pucher See, then continues past the ruined Obere Issalm, and finally descends to the Issbrücke, where a bus conveniently takes you back to Oetz.

    Tip: Discover the Knappenweg with the free Hearonymus audio guide!

    More information: www.knappenweg.at

    Author’s recommendation

    Enjoy the untouched nature at the small lake "Puchersee" beneath the miners museum. Ralax and dream!
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    Update: April 22, 2025
    Difficulty
    T2 difficult
    Overall difficulty
    difficult

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

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    Landscape
    Highest point
    2,583 m
    Lowest point
    1,732 m
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    Track types

    Dirt road 0.96%Forested/wild trail 4.95%Path 94.03%Unknown 0.03%
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    0.1 km
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    0.4 km
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    Rest stops

    Kühtaile Alm
    Balbach Alm
    Bielefelder Hütte

    Safety information

    Good physical condition, mountain experience, and appropriate alpine equipment (see equipment recommendations) are required. Please check the current weather forecast at: https://www.oetztal.com/en/summer.html

    Tips and suggestions

    More details about hiking In Ötztal: https://www.oetztal.com/wandern 

    Public transport

    Enjoy a both comfortable and relaxing train ride to the train station in Ötztal Bahnhof. You get off the train in ÖTZTAL Bahnhof where you change to a public bus or local taxi. The current bus schedule can be found at: http://fahrplan.vvt.at

     

    Directions

    Oetz is located in the western part of Austria in the state TYROL, in a southern side valley of the Inn valley - the ÖTZTAL. For your arrival by car, you can plan the best route from your home town with the route planner online at https://www.google.at/maps

     

    Parking

    The following parking facilities are available:
    • Parking Acherkogelbahn - free for guests of the gondola lift, camping prohibited
    • Parking next to the river (at the end of Oetz on the right hand side) – free of charge, but limited parking; camping prohibited
    • Parking Oetz town center- parking fee
    • Parking at night during several days' tours: Parking Oetz town center, the ticket is available at the tourist office Oetz.

     

    •  Parking at the Ochsengartencable car station. free parking, camping prohibited 

    Coordinates

    DD
    47.211944, 10.931983
    DMS
    47°12'43.0"N 10°55'55.1"E
    UTM
    32T 646296 5230527
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    Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!

    Author’s map recommendations

    Kompass #043 | Ötztaler Alpen Ötztal, Pitztal | 1:50.000

    Equipment

    Appropriate equipment such as breathable suitable outdoor clothes for the weather, ankle-high walking boots, wind-, rain- & sun protection, hat, possibly gloves, is for all hikes and tours necessary. Please bring a first-aid box, a mobile phone, a walking map and if there is no hut on the way a snack and enough to drink.

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    Status
    closed
    Difficulty
    T2 difficult
    Overall difficulty
    difficult

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    7.6 km
    Duration
    6:00 h
    Ascent
    571 m
    Descent
    852 m
    Highest point
    2,583 m
    Lowest point
    1,732 m
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