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Ötztaler Urweg detour E5 Sölden - Hochgurgl Crosspoint (continue by bus to Obergurgl)

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    STAGE 5: SÖLDEN –> Mooserstegle –> Kühtrainschlucht –> Zwieselstein –> Sahnestüberl -> HOCHGURGL CROSSPOINT
    moderate
    Distance 14.2 km
    5:30 h
    1,088 m
    262 m
    2,193 m
    1,348 m
    TWO THRIVING SKI RESORTS IN SUMMER

    The vibrant and quiet sides of Sölden—both impossible to overlook. The town’s pioneering achievements in skiing have left an undeniable mark. A high-energy James Bond filming location, a gathering place for top athletes, or the open-air spectacle Hannibal—these highlights and many more captivate visitors of all ages every year. Then there’s Sölden’s quieter side: pure nature in the Windachtal valley, a sanctuary for those seeking energy and renewal all year round. Alongside its breathtaking mountain scenery, the Ötztal’s most dynamic and ever-present element can be found: water. A visit to the Waalweg Mooserstegle offers a glimpse into the past, when these historic irrigation channels transported precious water to the valley’s drier regions to support agriculture.

    Deeper into the valley, where the Ötztal divides, you pass through a small village whose name reflects its unique geological location. In Zwieselstein, two powerful mountain rivers—the Venter Ache and the Gurgler Ache—merge to form the Ötztaler Ache. From here, the path leads us into the Gurgler Valley, all the way up to 1,930 meters, to the glacier and ski resort of Obergurgl.

    Author’s recommendation

    To save the final descent, we recommend taking the bus from Hochgurgl to Obergurgl.Timetable: www.vvt.at 

    For Summer Card holders, the bus is free of charge.

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    Judith Schöpf
    Update: February 06, 2025
    Difficulty
    T2 moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

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    Highest point
    2,193 m
    Lowest point
    1,348 m
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    Track types

    Asphalt 5.23%Dirt road 3.17%Forested/wild trail 4.05%Path 78.07%Road 9.45%
    Asphalt
    0.7 km
    Dirt road
    0.5 km
    Forested/wild trail
    0.6 km
    Path
    11.1 km
    Road
    1.3 km
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    Rest stops

    Moosalm
    Top Mountain Crosspoint
    Sahnestüberl

    Safety information

    Moderate mountain trail; for sure-footed and experienced hikers. Good physical condition, mountain experience & mountain equipment (see notice equipment) necessary. Please pay attention to the current weather report

    Tips and suggestions

    Did you know that……

    Obergurgl, at an altitude of 1,930 meters, is considered Austria’s highest church village?

    More information about hiking in the Ötztal: www.oetztal.com/hiking 

    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 our local taxi companies through the valley to your desired destination. Please find the current bus timetable here: http://fahrplan.vvt.at

    Directions

    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 valley 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: www.google.at/maps 

    Parking

    Parking options in Sölden:
    • Postplatz parking lot
    • Stiegele parking lot
    • Stufen parking lot
    • Giggijochbahn + underground garage
    • Gaislachkoglbahn + underground garage
    • Hochsölden parking lot
    • Hochsölden parking garage (1st level)
    • Zwieselstein parking lot
    • Zwieselstein/Sports field parking lot

     

    All parking areas are subject to charges.

    For multi-day parking (e.g., hut tours):

    • Postplatz: Parking ticket available at the Sölden information center.
    • Gaislachkoglbahn parking garage: Parking ticket available online or directly at the Gaislachkoglbahn ticket counter.

    Coordinates

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    46.969223, 11.009025
    DMS
    46°58'09.2"N 11°00'32.5"E
    UTM
    32T 652822 5203702
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    Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!

    Equipment

    Appropriate equipment such as breathable suitable outdoor clothes for the weather, is for all hikes and tours necessary. Please bring a first-aid box, a mobile phone, a walking map and if there is no hut on the way a snack and enough to drink.

    Similar routes nearby

    • Ötztaler Urweg E5 Sölden - Obergurgl
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    • European E5 long-distance hiking trail – King's Segment – Zwieselstein to Moos in Passeier (original route)
    • Ötztaler Urweg E8 Gaislach - Granstein
    • Ötztal Trek Stage 6
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    Difficulty
    T2 moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    14.2 km
    Duration
    5:30 h
    Ascent
    1,088 m
    Descent
    262 m
    Highest point
    2,193 m
    Lowest point
    1,348 m

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