Ochsenkopf route
Map & elevation profile
The Tour
The route leads over alpine meadows, through mountain forests, and past observation platforms and natural pools. A highlight is the summit of Ochsenkopf, from which you have a fantastic view of Obergurgl. During the journey, you hike through a nature park that offers many great highlights such as observation platforms and other attractions.
Regions & Places
Mountain areas
Details
Characteristics
Way types
Safety guidelines
Easy hiking path; also suitable for beginners
Please observe the current weather forecast
Additional information
More info about hiking in the Ötztal: https://www.oetztal.com/wandern
Directions
The route leads over alpine meadows, through mountain forests, and past observation platforms and natural pools. A highlight is the summit of Ochsenkopf, from which you have a fantastic view of Obergurgl. During the journey, you hike through a nature park that offers many great highlights such as observation platforms and other attractions.
Arrival
Public transit
Travel comfortably and safely by train to the Ötztal train station. The final station or exit point is ÖTZTAL station. Afterwards, you travel conveniently and quickly by public transportation or local taxi companies through the entire valley to your desired destination! The current bus schedule is available at: http://fahrplan.vvt.at
Starting point
Getting there
The drive into the ÖTZTAL. Located in Tyrol, the Ötztal branches off to the south as the longest side valley of the Eastern Alps. Travel by car leads vacationers 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. With the route planner, your trip can be quickly and conveniently determined: To the route planner: https://www.google.at/maps.
Parking
- 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
Current information
Good weather for outdoor activities
The tour is within these protected areas.
Equipment
Appropriate equipment such as breathable and weather-appropriate outdoor clothing, ankle-high hiking boots, wind, rain and sun protection, a hat, and 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.