Tauferberg Forest and Hoher Stein
Map & elevation profile
The Tour
Niederthai -> Tauferberg Forest -> Hoher Stein -> Niederthai
The Tauferberg is the flat forest ridge west of Niederthai. The hike starts at the Lehen parking lot in Niederthai. After about 50 m, a wide forest road leads left into the forest; follow this to an intersection. To the left it continues towards Wiesle and to the right towards Wolfsegg. Continue walking along the forest road to the right until it ends and becomes a narrow hiking trail called the “Tauferberg circuit.” Then follow the signs to Hoher Stein. Passing the climbing area to reach the very top, you can admire the climbing skills of some rock climbers. Once at the top, enjoy a wonderful view over Längenfeld. The return is via the same route and continues over the small Tauferberg path to Mauslesattel and back to Niederthai.
Regions & Places
Mountain areas
Details
Characteristics
Way types
Safety guidelines
Easy hiking path; suitable for beginners and walkers.
Please check the current weather report at: https://www.oetztal.com/de/sommer.html
Additional information
More info about hiking in the Ötztal: https://www.oetztal.com/wandern
Directions
The Tauferberg is the flat forest ridge west of Niederthai. The hike starts at the Lehen parking lot in Niederthai. After about 50 m, a wide forest road leads left into the forest; follow this to an intersection. To the left it continues towards Wiesle and to the right towards Wolfsegg. Continue walking along the forest road to the right until it ends and becomes a narrow hiking trail called the “Tauferberg circuit.” Then follow the signs to Hoher Stein. Passing the climbing area to reach the very top, you can admire the climbing skills of some rock climbers. Once at the top, enjoy a wonderful view over Längenfeld. The return is via the same route and continues over the small Tauferberg path to Mauslesattel and back to Niederthai.
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 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
The car ride into the ÖTZTAL. Located in Tyrol, the Ötztal branches southwards as the longest side valley of the Eastern Alps. Traveling by car takes visitors over 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. You can quickly and conveniently determine your route with the route planner: To the route planner: https://www.google.at/maps
Parking
Nordic Sports Arena Parking Lot
The parking lot is chargeable from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM and operated in both summer and winter.
- Rates: 2 h € 3.00, 3 h € 4.00, 4 h and more € 5.00
- Possibility to pay cashless online with the PARKSTER APP
- Guests with disabilities park free - ID must be visibly deposited.
Current information
Warmer than recently
Good weather for outdoor activities
The tour is within these protected areas.
Equipment
Appropriate equipment such as breathable and weather-appropriate outdoor clothing, ankle-high hiking boots, wind, rain and sun protection, a hat, and 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 opportunities to stop for food, is necessary.