Ramolhaus
Map & elevation profile
The Tour
OBERGURGL - RAMOLHAUS
Floating above the clouds. This feeling comes over you when you enjoy the panoramic view from the sun terrace of the Ramolhaus at 3,005 m. For breathtaking sunsets and sunrises, it is recommended to stay overnight at the hut. Tip: After dining or staying overnight, you can continue hiking along the Piccard circular route. Here, you cross the 142 m long and 100 m high Piccard Bridge to the other side of the valley and finally back to Gurgl.
Regions & Places
Mountain areas
Details
Characteristics
Way types
Safety guidelines
For climbers who are not afraid of heights, sure-footed, and highly experienced in high alpine terrain; excellent physical condition, extensive mountain experience, alpine climbing equipment, safety and orientation aids, and good weather conditions are recommended. Please refer to the current weather report at: https://www.oetztal.com/de/sommer.html
Hiking difficulty
Additional information
Directions
Floating above the clouds. This feeling comes over you when you enjoy the panoramic view from the sun terrace of the Ramolhaus at 3,005 m. For breathtaking sunsets and sunrises, it is recommended to stay overnight at the hut. Tip: After dining or staying overnight, you can continue hiking along the Piccard circular route. Here, you cross the 142 m long and 100 m high Piccard Bridge to the other side of the valley and finally back to Gurgl.
Arrival
Public transit
Travel comfortably and safely by train to the Ötztal train station. The final stop or exit point is the ÖTZTAL train station. Afterwards, you can travel comfortably and quickly with public transport 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
Driving into the ÖTZTAL. Located in Tyrol, the ÖTZTAL branches southwards as the longest side valley of the Eastern Alps. Traveling by car leads visitors through the Inn Valley to the valley entrance and further along the Ötztal. In addition to the toll highway, country roads can also be used. You can quickly and conveniently plan your trip with the route planner: 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
Warmer than recently
Good weather for outdoor activities
The tour is within these protected areas.
Equipment
Wearing hiking gear such as breathable and weather-appropriate outdoor clothing, ankle-high hiking boots, wind, rain, and sun protection, a hat, and possibly gloves is recommended! It is also important to bring sufficient provisions as well as a first aid kit, a mobile phone, and possibly a hiking map.