Franz-Senn-Denkmal
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various sights
To commemorate the founder of the Alpenverein, Pastor Franz Senn, a memorial was erected near the parish church.
The birthplace of Franz Senn and the Franz Senn Memorial Chapel are located in Unterlängenfeld and are also remind of the glacier priest.
The Franz-Senn birth house can only be visited from the outside.
Opening Hours:
Today: 00:00 - 00:00
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Naturpark Ötztal 'Naturpark Haus'
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museum/gallery
The Naturpark House in Längenfeld sees itself as an information hub and competence center for Ötztal nature. The exhibition in the Naturpark House shows the Ötztal biodiversity in all its facets in a unique way. Special Ötztal plants, animals and habitats are explained as well as the geology and the rockfalls. The permanently present topic of water in the Ötztal is also presented in all its facets - from glaciers to lakes, rivers and bogs. In addition to bilingual (de/en) information boards, the contents are opened up via sensory impressions, eg by means of a listening station, touch screens, VR glasses, hologram and digital wall relief.
- Multimedia nature EXPERIENCE Exhibition on Ötztal nature
- Shop with regional products
- Temporary exhibitions (e.g. subject: biodiversity)
Parking:
Oberlängenfeld roundabout
Bus stop:
Längenfeld | Aqua Dome junction (2 minutes walk)
Opening Hours:
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Kaplaneikirche Maria Hilf in Gries
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Built in 1655, its interior features a miraculous image of the Virgin Mary which has been worshiped by the inhabitants from Gries for already 250 years. Below the gallery you can find the history of the pilgrimage church's origins.
Opening Hours:
Today: 08:00 - 18:00
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Pfarrkirche Hl. Martin in Huben
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The parish church of St. Martin in Huben was built instead of a baroque church in 1805-31. Surrounded by the cemetery, the three-bay, simple hall building has been equipped with a high east tower in 1870. In 1816 ceiling paintings were added in the church and in 1820 a high altar.
Opening Hours:
Today: 08:00 - 18:00
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Albin Egger-Lienz Themenweg
Rollstuhlgerecht,
open-air museum
Thematic trail along the Fischbach promenade in Längenfeld
This path was dedicated to the painter Albin Egger-Lienz, who spent many summer months in Längenfeld.
Opening Hours:
Today: 00:00 - 00:00
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Hängebrücke Längenfeld
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viewpoints/viewing platforms
A touch of adventure.
"Open your eyes and through!" is the motto on the 83m long panorama suspension bridge, because the view is simply unbeatable! Completely weightless, the bold steel construction floats 220 m high above the valley floor. Anyone who dares to look down has the whole of Längenfeld at their feet!
Starting point: in the center of Längenfeld
Walking time there and back: approx. 2.5 hours
Altitude difference: 280 m
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Wanderdorf Gries
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various sights
Between meadows and alpine pastures, surrounded by exhilarating three-thousand-metre peaks with glaciers of the Stubai Alps lies Gries.
There are a few huts around the idyllic village of Gries. These are perfect for a visit with your family.
The hiking trails are easy to master with a little endurance. A special experience for tourers and climbers are always excursions into the high alpine terrain of the surrounding mountains. On a variety of walking trails you have a magnificent view of our village and the surrounding three-thousand-metre peaks. The fresh mountain air inspires mind and body
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Grieser Besinnungsweg
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viewpoints/viewing platforms
Recreation for body, sould and mind
Gries makes a great spot for all those aiming high. At about 600 m altitude you are already a bit closer to the sky than anywhere else. Fabulous Alpine setting, idyllic pastures, peaceful meadows. Indulge in real rest and recreation amid the romantic mountainscape. Nature explorers head for the scenic Maria Hilf Pilgrimage Church where also the Trail of Senses starts: enjoy a spiritual and contemplative walking tour in unspoilt surroundings. This easily ascending route travels through meadows and forests from Gries along the Stations of the Cross to the newly installed vantage platform.
Here you enjoy uninterrupted panoramic views of the secluded mountain village with the mighty Stubai Alps, Schrankogel peak and Mutterberger Seepitze summit as lovely backdrop.
The slightly descending trail leads to the Collegiate Chapel. After crossing the Gries federal road, you follow Fischbach brook which takes you back to the start.
Starting point: 20 m below the church, keep to the right
Walking time, both ways: approx. 1 hour
Difficulty level: easy
Difference in altitude: 80 m
accessible all year round
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Pfarrkirche Hl. Katharina in Längenfeld
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The church Pfarrkirche Hl. Katharina in Längenfeld was built in the 14th century and reconstructed in 1518 in late Gothic style. The main entrance features Gothic elements as well. Highest church tower in the entire Ötztal valley.
Opening Hours:
Today: 08:00 - 21:00
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