Waalweg Fundustal - Umhausen
Description
HINTERE FUNDUSALM -> Frischmann Hut -> Köfler Waalweg -> Köfler Scharte -> HINTERE FUNDUSALM
Map & elevation profile
The Tour
HINTERE FUNDUSALM -> Frischmann Hut -> Köfler Waalweg -> Köfler Scharte -> HINTERE FUNDUSALM
The hut taxi takes you from Umhausen to the Hintere Fundusalm. The solitude and beauty of nature can be wonderfully enjoyed here. Green meadows and the crystal-clear Fundussee invite you to linger on a hot summer day. From here, the hiking trail to the Frischmann Hut begins. The circular trail then leads in the direction of Schwarze Wand and over the Köfler Waalweg, which is probably unique due to its exposed location above the tree line and the terrain composition (more than 50% consists of primary rock scree), up to the Köfler Scharte at 2,084 m above sea level. From the pass, a short path leads back down to the Hintere Fundusalm, where you can take the hut taxi back to Umhausen. Those still fit and willing can hike back to Umhausen via the wide forest road - hiking time about two hours.
Köfler Jochwaal - This irrigation system was built in the mid-15th century to better utilize arable and meadow land.
Regions & Places
Mountain areas
Details
Characteristics
Way types
Safety guidelines
Moderately difficult mountain trail; suitable for sure-footed and experienced mountain hikers;
Good physical condition, mountain experience and mountain equipment (see under Equipment) are necessary
Please note the current weather report
Additional information
More info about hiking in the Ötztal can be found here
Recommended maps
Kompass hiking map | Scale: 1:35,000
Directions
The hut taxi takes you from Umhausen to the Hintere Fundusalm. From there, the hiking trail to the Frischmann Hut begins. The circular trail then leads in the direction of Schwarze Wand and over the Köfler Waalweg, which, due to its exposed location above the tree line and the terrain composition (more than 50% consists of primary rock scree), is probably unique, up to the Köfler Scharte at 2,084 m above sea level. From the pass, a short path leads back down to the Hintere Fundusalm, where you can take the hut taxi back to Umhausen.
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 conveniently and quickly continue with public transport or local taxi companies through the whole valley to your desired destination! The current bus schedule is available at: http://fahrplan.vvt.at
Starting point
Getting there
The car drive to the ÖTZTAL. Located in Tyrol, the Ötztal branches off southwards as the longest side valley of the Eastern Alps. The drive by car takes visitors via the Inn Valley to the valley entrance and then continues along the Ötztal. In addition to the toll motorway, country roads can also be used. Your route can be quickly and conveniently determined using the route planner.
To the route planner: https://www.google.at/maps
Parking
The following parking options are available in Umhausen:
- Parking lot Mure | free of charge
Current information
Warmer than recently
Good weather for outdoor activities
Equipment
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, possibly a hiking map, and sufficient provisions for hikes without the option to stop for food is necessary.