Hiking Trail

Winnebachsee Hut – Längenfeld/Gries

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Key facts
2:00 h Duration
4.65 km Length
778 m Ascent
9 m Descent
2,362 m Max. altitude
1,585 m Min. altitude
Stamina
Landscape
Quality of Experience
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Description

GRIES PARKING LOT -> Winnebach -> Path to Winnebachsee Hut -> WINNEBACHSEE HUT

Map & elevation profile

GRIES PARKING LOT -> Winnebach -> Path to Winnebachsee Hut -> WINNEBACHSEE HUT

From the parking lot at the end of Gries, follow the road to Winnebach to take the path towards Winnebachsee Hut. Soon the path leads out of the forest past numerous avalanche tracks. The well-laid path steeply ascends at the end; on the right, the Winnebach plunges down the "Bachfalle". Upon arrival at the hut, it is recommended to enjoy a wonderful rest by the lake, which is located directly behind the hut.

 

Author's tip

Bronze relief section of the Ötztal Nature Park at the start of the trail: Here you can learn information about the habitat "Wild Water" or the history of Gries.

Regions & Places

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

Mountain areas

Stubai Alps (Mountain area)
Alps (Mountain area)
Modified at 24.03.2026 · Created at 17.05.2013

Characteristics

Linear route
Scenic
Refreshment stops available
Family-friendly

Way types

Unbekannt 4.65 km

Safety guidelines

Moderately difficult mountain path; suitable for sure-footed and experienced mountain hikers; good physical condition, mountain experience, and mountain equipment (see under equipment) necessary Please pay attention to the current weather report

Additional information

More information about hiking in the Ötztal can be found here.

 

The start of the hike is the parking lot at the edge of Gries. From here, follow the road to Winnebach. Upon reaching Winnebach, you will find a path that first leads through the forest and then past numerous avalanche tracks to the Winnebachsee Hut. 

Public transit

Travel comfortably and safely by train. The terminus or exit point is ÖTZTAL station. Afterwards, you can travel conveniently and quickly by public bus or local taxi companies through the entire valley to your desired destination. The current bus schedule can be found at: http://fahrplan.vvt.at

Starting point

Gries

Getting there

Car journey to ÖTZTAL

Travelers arrive by car via the Inn valley up to the entrance of the valley and continue along the Ötztal. In addition to the toll motorway, country roads can also be used. Your journey can be quickly and conveniently planned with the route planner. To the route planner: https://www.google.at/maps

Parking

The following parking options are available in Gries:

Parking lot at the end of the village – paid

 

Coordinates

11.027141, 47.06945
Plan arrival

Saturday, 13.06.
Increasingly sunny -
Warmer than recently
Morning
12 °C
30%
Rainfall risk
Afternoon
27 °C
20%
Rainfall risk
Sunday, 14.06.
Often sunny and warm
Good weather for outdoor activities
Morning
14 °C
10%
Rainfall risk
Afternoon
26 °C
30%
Rainfall risk

The tour is within these protected areas.

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

Appropriate equipment such as breathable and weather-appropriate outdoor clothing 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 for refreshments, is necessary.