Sautner Forchet - red route
Map & elevation profile
The Tour
Over 3,000 years ago, mighty parts of the Tschirgant collapsed into the valley and buried the exit of the Ötztal. Today, the area is a small, originally preserved natural oasis in the otherwise densely populated Tyrolean Inn Valley. The mostly forested area offers quiet places to linger, rich biodiversity, and is surrounded by legends and myths. Two circular hiking paths lead through this mystical landscape across the Sautner Forchet, passing exciting cultural points (lime kiln, dwelling cave, ...) and several educational boards about the animal kingdom and geology.
depicted here, the red route:
The start is at the Kreuzkapelle Sautens. After about 100 m following the road, the red route turns right into the forest. Beautiful hiking trail to the Tschirgantblick viewpoint. Then continue to the board about birds and geology. Especially in spring and autumn, it is a very nice hike. This round is also available for children as a geocaching route with a treasure map.
Walking time 1 1/2 to 2 hours
In the summer months, it is advisable to take plenty of drinks with you.
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Details
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Safety guidelines
Additional information
More information about hiking in the Ötztal: https://www.oetztal.com/wandern
Recommended maps
Directions
Red Route
The start is at the Kreuzkapelle Sautens. After about 100 m following the road, the red route turns right into the forest. Beautiful hiking trail to the Tschirgantblick viewpoint. Then continue to the board about birds and geology. Especially in spring and autumn, it is a very nice hike. This round is also available for children as a geocaching route with a treasure map.
Walking time 1 1/2 to 2 hours
Arrival
Public transit
Travel comfortably and safely by train to the Ötztal train station. The final stop or exit point is ÖTZTAL station. Then you can travel comfortably and quickly by public transport or local taxi companies through the entire valley to your desired destination! The current bus timetable is available at: http://fahrplan.vvt.at
Starting point
Getting there
Parking
The following parking options are available in Sautens:
- directly in front of the town hall - free
- immediately after the large bridge (turnoff from B186) to the right on the large gravel parking lot - free
- at the sports field/Kreuzkapelle/adventure facility Kalkofen - free
- in front of the elementary school/kindergarten, 3-Kirchblickweg – free
Current information
Warmer than recently
Good weather for outdoor activities