Trail Running

Stuiben Trail – 42K

Umhausen
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Hard
Key facts
10:05 h Duration
44.05 km Length
3039 m Ascent
3039 m Descent
2,398 m Max. altitude
1,029 m Min. altitude
Stamina
Landscape
Quality of Experience
Best Season
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Description

Challenging trail marathon along the highest waterfall in Tirol with a dreamy setting and beautiful panorama

Map & elevation profile

Challenging trail marathon along the highest waterfall in Tirol with a dreamy setting and beautiful panorama

The start takes place in the center of Umhausen at an altitude of 1,036m. After one kilometer on asphalt and along the Wasserwaalweg, you reach the base of the Stuibenfall, where 728 spectacular natural and steel steps and a dreamlike backdrop await. Upon arrival in Niederthai, there is some time to rest before it steadily climbs steeply towards Narrenkogel. There, runners enjoy the panorama before a challenging single trail leads back down over the alpine meadows. A beautifully scenic trail over the Grastal leads to the Mahdebene at 2,392m, from where the route returns to Niederthai. After another ascent to the lower Hemerachalm, participants face another downhill stretch of 5km and 700m altitude difference. Upon reaching the Nösslach chapel, the route heads toward Wiesle and back to Niederthai. Here, the last reserves are required for the downhill stretch back to Umhausen. The final section of the race runs along the Steppsteig towards Stuibenfall and the village center.

Author's tip

Along the route, there are numerous places to stop such as the GH Stuibenfall, Leiter’s Hoamatl, Jausenstation Wiesle, and the Jausenstation Bichl

Regions & Places

Austria (Country)
Tyrol (Province)
Bezirk Imst (District)
Ötztal (Tourism area)
Umhausen (Commune)
Längenfeld (Commune)

Mountain areas

Stubai Alps (Mountain area)
Alps (Mountain area)
Modified at 15.10.2025 · Created at 10.09.2018

Characteristics

Scenic
Refreshment stops available
Summit route

Way types

Asphalt 4.24 km
Schotterweg 3.99 km
Naturweg 6.2 km
Pfad 12.03 km
Straße 636.41 m
Unbekannt 16.95 km

Safety guidelines

In May, crossing snowfields may still be necessary. Therefore, inform yourself about the snow conditions along the route. During this period, carrying shoe spikes is recommended.

Alpine emergency number: 140

Stay safe!

Download the mountain rescue emergency app beforehand. If you need help, you can transmit your exact coordinates via the app.

EMERGENCY APP to download:

Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=at.tirol_notfall&hl=de  

iPhone: https://apps.apple.com/at/app/sos-eu-alp/id400099520  

Additional information

The Stuiben Trailrun is held annually at the end of May by the Ötztal Trailrunning Club. The route offerings range from sprint competitions to trail marathons and enjoy great popularity among the trail running community. Further information and registration at www.oetztal-trailrunning.at & www.umhausen.com/stuibentrailrun

Public transit

Accessible by train and bus

Travel comfortably and safely by train. The final stop or exit point is ÖTZTAL train station. Afterwards, you can conveniently and quickly travel with public buses or local taxi companies to the municipality of Umhausen. From the "GH Andreas Hofer" stop, you reach the starting point at Murplatz after about 150m. The current bus schedule can be found at: http://fahrplan.vvt.at

Starting point

Murplatz Umhausen

Getting there

Arrival by car leads through the Inn valley up to the valley entrance and further along the Ötztal. In addition to the toll motorway, 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

Parking spaces are available directly at Murplatz Umhausen

Coordinates

10.927977, 47.140535
Plan arrival

Sunday, 14.06.
Often sunny and warm
Good weather for outdoor activities
Morning
14 °C
10%
Rainfall risk
Afternoon
26 °C
30%
Rainfall risk
Monday, 15.06.
Not entirely stable—and a bit cooler
Morning
12 °C
40%
Rainfall risk
Afternoon
23 °C
30%
Rainfall risk

The tour is within these protected areas.

Naturpark Ötztal (Protected area)
Ruhegebiet Stubaier Alpen (Protected area)

Since the Stuiben Trail 42K leads through high alpine terrain, the following equipment is recommended:

  • Running backpack
  • Sufficient provisions
  • Drinking container
  • Waterproof rain jacket with hood
  • Gloves & hat
  • Mobile phone
  • First aid kit (incl. rescue blanket, bandage, tape)
  • Trail running shoes
  • Warm clothing (top & long trousers or leggings)