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659 Hochoetz Panoramatour

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Ötztal

/ Hochoetz Panoramatour
Photo: Ötztal Tourismus, Ötztal
/ Oetz
Photo: Ötztal Tourismus, Ötztal
/ Kühtaile Alm (1.988 m)
Photo: Ötztal Tourismus, Ötztal
/ Bielefelder Hütte (2.150 m)
Photo: Ötztal Tourismus, Ötztal
/ Acherberg Alm (1.888 m)
Photo: Ötztal Tourismus, Ötztal
/ Panoramarestaurant Hochoetz (2.020 m)
Photo: Ötztal Tourismus, Ötztal

One of the classic mountain bike routes in the lower Ötztal valley, covering 30 km and challenging 1480 meters of altitude gain. Ambitious bikers in a very good physical shape can master this trail without difficulty.

Open

difficult

Distance 31.8 km

3:00 h

1,355 m

The first stage leads to Hochoetz, a quite renowned route among mountain bikers due to its steeply winding asphalt road to Kühtai pass. This is also a part of the Ötztaler Cycle Marathon. At the height of Ochsengarten you turn into the strenuous gravel path in the direction of Bielefelder Hütte. The switch-backing ascent is really demanding and there is almost no time for taking a deep breathe. The hut at 2104 m above sea level is the highest point of the tour. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Ötztal and lake Piburger See.

Before you start the speedy downhill you are strongly recommended to check your brakes again. The steep descent can be very challenging in some sections as you conquer no less than 1480 meters of elevation loss.

Author

Ötztal Tourismus

Update: July 19, 2021

Difficulty

difficult

Technique

Stamina

Highest point

2,112 m

Lowest point

776 m

Rest Stop

Balbach Alm
Kühtaile Alm
Panoramarestaurant Hochoetz
Alpengasthof Acherberg Alm
Bielefelder Hütte

Safety information

Very demanding MTB track with difficult passages that require both excellent stamina plus advanced biking techniques. Steep uphill and downhill stretches await you. Stamina oriented and skillful technical biking on high Alpine panorama tours ist he main priority.

Tips and hints

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

Start

center parking space Oetz (776 m)

Coordinates:

47.202035, 10.897789

DMS

47°12'07.3"N 10°53'52.0"E

UTM

32T 643733 5229362

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Destination

center parking space Oetz

Turn-by-turn directions

Note

all notes on protected areas

Public transport

Travel safe and comfortable with the train to the Ötztal Bahnhof train station. Last stop and exit point is the train station Ötztal Bahnhof. Afterwards you can travel smoothly and quick with the public transport or out local taxi companies through the valley to your desired destination. Please find the current bus timetable here: http://fahrplan.vvt.at

Getting there

The car drive to the Ötztal valley. Situated in Tirol, the Ötztal valley set off in southerly direction and is the longest side valley in the Eastern Alps. The journey with the car leads you through the Inntal valley to the entrance of the vallly and further on through the valley. Among the toll motorways you can also use the country roads. A route planner will show you the easiest and most convenient way: https://www.google.at/maps.

Parking

The following parking facilities are available in Oetz:

center parking space Oetz, chargeable € 0,50/ car / 30 min

Coordinates

47.202035, 10.897789

DMS

47°12'07.3"N 10°53'52.0"E

UTM

32T 643733 5229362

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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike

Equipment

Approproate equipment such as breathable suitable outdoor clothes for the weather, helmet, gloves, glasses, GPS device or detailed maps. If there is no hut on the way please bring a snack and enough to drink.

Basic Equipment for Mountain Biking

Cycling helmet
Cycling gloves
Sturdy, comfortable and preferably waterproof footwear
Layered, moisture wicking clothing
Rucksack (with rain cover)
Protection against sun, rain and wind (hat, sunscreen, water- and windproof jacket)
Sunglasses
Ample supply of drinking water and snacks
Cell phone
Cash
Navigation equipment / map and compass

Technical Equipment for Mountain Biking

Air pump or CO2 pump including cartridges
Puncture repair kit
Replacement inner tube
Tire levers
Chain tool
Hex keys
Phone / device holder as required
Bike lock as required
Where applicable, the bike must meet requirements for road use by having a bell, front and rear lamps and spoke reflectors

The 'basic' and 'technical' equipment lists are generated based on the selected activity. They are not exhaustive and only serve as suggestions for what you should consider packing.
For your safety, you should carefully read all instructions on how to properly use and maintain your equipment.
Please ensure that the equipment you bring complies with local laws and does not include restricted items.

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Status

Open

Difficulty

difficult

Distance

31.8 km

Duration

3:00 h

Ascent

1,355 m

Descent

1,355 m

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