Similaunhütte
Description
From Vent to the Ochsenkopf, halfway up turn left into the Niedertal. On a wide path past the newly built chapel and the shepherd's hut on a moderately ascending path to the hut. From there, first flat towards Niederjoch, after about 30 minutes turn right up onto the lateral moraine of the Niederjochferner and the last 30 minutes walk across this crevasse-free to the hut.
Map & elevation profile
The Tour
From Vent to the Ochsenkopf, halfway up turn left into the Niedertal. On a wide path past the newly built chapel and the shepherd's hut on a moderately ascending path to the hut. From there, first flat towards Niederjoch, after about 30 minutes turn right up onto the lateral moraine of the Niederjochferner and the last 30 minutes walk across this crevasse-free to the hut.
Similaunhütte - closed in winter 2024 (no winter room)
Regions & Places
Mountain areas
Details
Characteristics
Way types
Additional information
More information about hiking in the Ötztal: https://www.oetztal.com/wandern
Directions
From Vent to the Ochsenkopf, halfway up turn left into the Niedertal. On a wide path past the newly built chapel and the shepherd's hut on a moderately ascending path to the hut. From there, first flat towards Niederjoch, after about 30 minutes turn right up onto the lateral moraine of the Niederjochferner and the last 30 minutes walk across this crevasse-free to the hut.
Arrival
Public transit
Travel comfortably and safely by train to the Ötztal train station. The final stop or exit point is the ÖTZTAL station. Afterwards, you can travel conveniently and quickly by public bus service or local taxi companies throughout the valley to your desired destination! The current bus timetable is available at: http://fahrplan.vvt.at
Starting point
Getting there
Vent is located in western Austria in the state of TIROL, in a southern side valley of the Inn Valley - the ÖTZTAL. For your trip by car, plan the optimal route from your home location with the route planner online here: https://www.google.at/maps
Parking
Current information
Warmer than recently
Good weather for outdoor activities
The tour is within these protected areas.
Equipment
Wearing hiking equipment 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 carry sufficient food, a first aid kit, a mobile phone, and possibly a hiking map.