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You are not a mountain goat on wheels and still want to bike in Ötztal? Then definitely do it. The excellent Ötztal Cycle Trail runs safely away from traffic from Haiming (670 m) to Sölden (1,377 m). Over a distance of more than 50 km and through 5 climatic zones, you will explore the Ötztal Alps from a saddle perspective. Ideal for families, e-bikers and MTB fans!

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Ötztal Cycle Trail (11)

Long Distance Cycling · Ötztal Open
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    The approximately 52 km long bike trail starts in Haiming and ends in Sölden. The route runs through all Ötztal villages and is probably the most varied cycle path the valley has to offer.
    Open
    moderate
    Distance 95.7 km
    6:00 h
    992 m
    919 m
    1,345 m
    660 m
    The cycle path starts in the center of Haiming and leads via the hamlets of Magerbach and Schlierenzau to Ötztal Bahnhof where the route runs several hundred meters parallel to the railway tracks and bends southwards at the height of ​​Area 47. Along the rushing Ötztaler Ache brook you cycle to Oetz, where you continue along the Ötztal federal road. Just before Tumpen you conquer a strenuous ascent. The cycle path changes from asphalt to gravel (in the second turn) and takes you through a small forest to Tumpen. Here the cycle path changes to the eastern side of the valley, following a quite easy ascent past Engelswand rock face and towards Umhausen. Here you cross the road again, continuing on the winding route past Umhausen's football field, west of Ötztaler Ache mountain brook. The cycle path continues along the Ache to the Köfels junction and on a gravel path towards Au. At the end of it, an asphalt path leads above the roaring Ötztaler Ache over two newly built and spectacular bike bridges. After the second bridge, turn left into a steep forest. At the end of the forest, an underpass leads to the other side of the street. At the next intersection, turn right to Winklen, from here along the Hamlets Unterried, Lehn and Oberried you finally reach Längenfeld and after that Huben. Leaving behind Huben, the bike trail crosses the federal road again and runs parallel until you reach the hamlet of Bruggen. Here you cross the federal road for the last time. In Aschbach the path leads over a bridge, then uphill and slightly sloping down to the next bridge overpass. Keep to the east at the next fork-off and do NOT ride towards the Dog Pension but downhill to the valley floor where a bridge crosses the river. The last part of the Ötztal Cycle Trail takes you on the eastern shore of Ötztaler Ache to the village of Sölden.

    Author’s recommendation

    We strongly recommend to follow the route of the Ötztal Cycle Trail, otherwise you have to follow longer stretches on the busy Ötztal federal road.
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    Roland Grüner 
    Update: November 06, 2024
    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Experience
    Landscape
    Highest point
    1,345 m
    Lowest point
    660 m
    Best time of year
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    Track types

    Asphalt 49.06%Dirt road 11.18%Forested/wild trail 32.21%Path 3.90%Road 3.08%Unknown 0.54%
    Asphalt
    47 km
    Dirt road
    10.7 km
    Forested/wild trail
    30.8 km
    Path
    3.7 km
    Road
    2.9 km
    Unknown
    0.5 km
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    Safety information

    The Ötztal Cycle Trail features some demanding ascents and is suitable for bikers in a good physical shape.

    The cycle path crisscrosses the Ötztal federal road several times.

    Tips and suggestions

    Note: We are still working on a cycle trail leading throughout the valley off the busy Ötztal federal raod. However, the Ötztal Cycle Trail is still passable - just a few passages can differ from the original trail.

     

    More details about biking & cycling in Ötztal: https://www.oetztal.com/biken 

    Start

    Haiming
    Coordinates:
    DD
    47.256145, 10.882897
    DMS
    47°15'22.1"N 10°52'58.4"E
    UTM
    32T 642460 5235348
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    Destination

    Sölden (1377 m)

    Turn-by-turn directions

    The cycle path starts in the center of Haiming and leads via the hamlets of Magerbach and Schlierenzau to Ötztal Bahnhof where the route runs several hundred meters parallel to the railway tracks and bends southwards at the height of ​​Area 47. Along the rushing Ötztaler Ache brook you cycle to Oetz, where you continue along the Ötztal federal road. Just before Tumpen you conquer a strenuous ascent. The cycle path changes from asphalt to gravel (in the second turn) and takes you through a small forest to Tumpen. Here the cycle path changes to the eastern side of the valley, following a quite easy ascent past Engelswand rock face and towards Umhausen. Here you cross the road again, continuing on the winding route past Umhausen's football field, west of Ötztaler Ache mountain brook. The cycle path continues along the Ache to the Köfels junction and on a gravel path towards Au. At the end of it, an asphalt path leads above the roaring Ötztaler Ache over two newly built and spectacular bike bridges. After the second bridge, turn left into a steep forest. At the end of the forest, an underpass leads to the other side of the street. At the next intersection, turn right to Winklen, from here along the Hamlets Unterried, Lehn and Oberried you finally reach Längenfeld and after that Huben. Leaving behind Huben, the bike trail crosses the federal road again and runs parallel until you reach the hamlet of Bruggen. Here you cross the federal road for the last time. In Aschbach the path leads over a bridge, then uphill and slightly sloping down to the next bridge overpass. Keep to the east at the next fork-off and do NOT ride towards the Dog Pension but downhill to the valley floor where a bridge crosses the river. The last part of the Ötztal Cycle Trail takes you on the eastern shore of Ötztaler Ache to the village of Sölden.

    Public transport

    Enjoy a both comfortable and relaxing train ride to the train station in Ötztal Bahnhof. You get off the train in ÖTZTAL Bahnhof where you change to a public bus or local taxi. The current bus schedule can be found at: http://fahrplan.vvt.at

    Directions

    Haiming is located in the western part of Austria in the state TYROL, in the Inn valley. For your arrival by car, you can plan the best route from your home town with the route planner online at https://www.google.at/maps

    Parking

    The following parking facilities are available in Haiming:
    •  Haiming Sports center, center forecourt Billa shopping market
    • Haiming forecourt municipal office, Raftingeinsteiningtelle Ortsteil Magerbach, parking area Geierwand Ortsteil Magerbach, Tirolerbundstraße - Restaurant Oiler's
    • Ötztal station: railway station (paying)
    • Ötztaler Höhe - Trading center and terrain Area 47
    • Ambach: Infopoint

    Coordinates

    DD
    47.256145, 10.882897
    DMS
    47°15'22.1"N 10°52'58.4"E
    UTM
    32T 642460 5235348
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    Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!

    Equipment

    Appropriate Equipment Rules! We strongly recommend to wear protective bike gear on all Cycle & Mountain Bike Routes within Ötztal Valley. Always take enough water with you! This is very important on such long biking routes like the Ötztal Cycle Trail.
    Status
    Open
    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    95.7 km
    Duration
    6:00 h
    Ascent
    992 m
    Descent
    919 m
    Highest point
    1,345 m
    Lowest point
    660 m
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    Bicycle Rides · Ötztal
    Ötztal Cycling Path Stage 1: Haiming - Oetz
    recommended route Difficulty moderate Stage 1 Open
    Distance 15.2 km
    Duration 1:30 h
    Ascent 183 m
    Descent 68 m

    The first stage of the Ötztal Cycling Path (52 km) starts in Haiming and ends in Oetz. About 14 km long, this stage is perfect to explore the ...

    from Roland Grüner,   Ötztal
    Bicycle Rides · Ötztal
    Ötztal Cycling Path Stage 2: Oetz - Umhausen
    recommended route Difficulty moderate Stage 2 Open
    Distance 7.8 km
    Duration 1:15 h
    Ascent 193 m
    Descent 2 m

    The second stage of the Ötztal Cycling Path (52 km) starts in Oetz and ends in Umhausen. 10 km long and one, two ascents are waiting for you.

    from Roland Grüner,   Ötztal
    Bicycle Rides · Ötztal
    Ötztal Cycling Path Stage 3: Umhausen - Längenfeld
    recommended route Difficulty moderate Stage 3 Open
    Distance 13.8 km
    Duration 1:20 h
    Ascent 304 m
    Descent 96 m

    The third stage of the Ötztal Cycling Path (52 km) starts in Umhausen and ends in Längenfeld. The 12 km long stage offers several highlights: two ...

    from Roland Grüner,   Ötztal
    Bicycle Rides · Ötztal
    Ötztal Cycling Path Stage 4: Längenfeld - Sölden
    recommended route Difficulty moderate Stage 4 Open
    Distance 11 km
    Duration 1:00 h
    Ascent 163 m
    Descent 2 m

    The forth and last stage of the Ötztal Cycling Path (52 km) starts in Längenfeld and ends in Sölden. This stage is appx. 15 km long and easy to ...

    from Roland Grüner,   Ötztal
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    Bicycle touring in Ötztal

    The popular Inn cycle path leads right through the Alps and is one of the most famous long-distance cycle trails in Europe. That's exactly why we recommend an “off the beaten track” cycling experience. At Haiming, simply turn from the Inn cycle path onto the Ötztal Cycle Trail and continue cycling into the valley. Along the well-signposted route you will find pristine nature and great excursion sites. If you have got the travel bug, you can even climb up to Timmelsjoch Pass and reach Merano through South Tirol’s Passeiertal valley.

    Bike accommodations

    First the legwork, followed by relaxation: in the specialized, bike-friendly accommodations, you and your bike can recharge your batteries.

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    Mobility in the valley

    Our valley-wide bus service takes you and your bike to 15 stops free of charge (with a valid bus ticket or Summer Card).