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Rundweg Hörnle - Niedertal

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4:00 h Duration
7.56 km Length
521 m Ascent
402 m Descent
2,405 m Max. altitude
1,900 m Min. altitude
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Description

Heading towards the Martin Busch Hütte, the trail branches off to the right at the first rise. It leads through mountain pine forests to the Ochsenkopf and from there continues in switchbacks up to the Hörnle (2,406 m). From the summit, there are beautiful views of Vent, the Wildspitze and the Stubai Alps.

Above the tree line, follow the trail markers from the Hörnle. The gently descending path leads further into the valley, later passing through a steep gully (a narrow trail where sure-footedness and a head for heights are essential) and several smaller gullies. The route then continues through mountain pine forests to the Niedertalalm.

For the return journey, follow the wide trail back to Vent.

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Heading towards the Martin Busch Hütte, the trail branches off to the right at the first rise. It leads through mountain pine forests to the Ochsenkopf and from there continues in switchbacks up to the Hörnle (2,406 m). From the summit, there are beautiful views of Vent, the Wildspitze and the Stubai Alps.

Above the tree line, follow the trail markers from the Hörnle. The gently descending path leads further into the valley, later passing through a steep gully (a narrow trail where sure-footedness and a head for heights are essential) and several smaller gullies. The route then continues through mountain pine forests to the Niedertalalm.

For the return journey, follow the wide trail back to Vent.

Regions & Places

Mountain areas

Modified at 20.08.2026 · Created at 18.08.2026

Characteristics

Linear route
Cultural/historical interest
Geological highlights

Way types

Unbekannt 7.56 km

Hiking difficulty

Mountain hiking trail - may contain chain-secured and exposed sections. The path is not always visible. Sometimes you need your hands for balance. Sure-footedness and average orientation skills are required.

Recommended literature

Ötztal hiking book | Helga Marberger | Publisher: Tyrolia

Local information Vent / available at Information Vent

Recommended maps

Kompass #042 | Inner Ötztal and Pitztal, Gurgler Tal, Venter Tal | 1:25,000

Kompass #43 | Ötztal Alps, Ötztal, Pitztal | 1:50,000

Freytag & Bernd WK 251 | Ötztal, Pitztal, Kaunertal, Wildspitze | 1:25,000

Kompass | Bike & hiking map Ötztal | 1:35,000

Heading towards the Martin Busch Hütte, the trail branches off to the right at the first rise. It leads through mountain pine forests to the Ochsenkopf and from there continues in switchbacks up to the Hörnle (2,406 m). From the summit, there are beautiful views of Vent, the Wildspitze and the Stubai Alps.

Above the tree line, follow the trail markers from the Hörnle. The gently descending path leads further into the valley, later passing through a steep gully (a narrow trail where sure-footedness and a head for heights are essential) and several smaller gullies. The route then continues through mountain pine forests to the Niedertalalm.

For the return journey, follow the wide trail back to Vent.

Public transit

Travel comfortably and safely by train to the Ötztal railway station. The terminus or exit point is ÖTZTAL station. Afterwards, you can conveniently and quickly continue by public transit or local taxi companies through the entire valley to your desired destination! Current bus schedules are available at: http://fahrplan.vvt.at

Getting there

The car journey to the ÖTZTAL. Located in Tyrol, the Ötztal branches southwards as the longest side valley of the Eastern Alps. Traveling by car takes visitors via the Inn valley to the valley entrance and continues along the Ötztal. Besides toll motorways, country roads can also be used. Your drive can be quickly and conveniently planned with the route planner: To the route planner: https://www.google.at/maps

Parking

In the mountaineering village of Vent, the following parking options are available.

- In summer, in front of the village (parking meter, coins or EC card only) and at the valley station of the chairlift (at the cash desk of the mountain railways)

- In winter, only at the valley station of the chairlift.

Paid parking.

Coordinates

10.916586, 46.862763
Plan arrival

Appropriate equipment such as breathable and weather-appropriate outdoor clothing, ankle-high hiking boots, wind, rain and sun protection, hat, 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 food stops, is necessary.
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