Grieskogl
Hiking Trail
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HOCHSÖLDEN -> GRIESKOGL
difficult
3.3 km
2:30 h
824 m
824 m
Walking time:
- from Hochsölden (2,070 m): 2,5 hrs, return 1,5 hrs
- from Rotkogl top station (2,329 m): 1 3/4 hrs, return 1 1/4 hrs
- from Sölden (1,370 m): 4 hrs, return 3 hrs

Author
Ötztal Tourismus
Updated: March 05, 2021
Difficulty
difficult
Technique
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
Grieskogl, 2,906 m
Lowest point
Hochsölden, 2,050 m
Best time of year
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Safety information
For high alpine experienced mountaineers that are free from vertigo & surefooted. Excellent physical condition, extensive mountain experience, alpine climbing gear, safety- and orientation guide, good weather conditions recommended. Please pay attention to the current weather report:Tips, hints and links
More details about hiking In Ötztal: https://www.oetztal.com/wandernStart
Hochsölden (2,049 m)
Coordinates:
DD
46.976948, 10.986329
DMS
46°58'37.0"N 10°59'10.8"E
UTM
32T 651074 5204517
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Destination
Grieskogl
Turn-by-turn directions
From Hochsölden along a gravel trail to the top station of the Rotkogl chairlifts. Here you continue along a footpath which, in the upper part, uses steel ropes for protection. From the peak you enjoy superb views of Geigenkamm. If you are lucky you might spot mountain goats or even ibexes.
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 our local taxi companies through the valley to your desired destination. Please find the current bus timetable here: http://fahrplan.vvt.atGetting 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 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: https://www.google.at/mapsParking
The following parking facilities are available in Sölden:- Parking lot
- parking lot Stiegele
- stair parking
- Giggijochbahn + underground garage
- Gaislachkoglbahn + underground garage
- Parking Hochsölden
- parking garage Hochsölden 1. parking lot
All parking is free during the day.
Parking for several days (eg hike tour):
- Parkticket either online or directly at the cash desk of the Gaislachkoglbahn
Coordinates
DD
46.976948, 10.986329
DMS
46°58'37.0"N 10°59'10.8"E
UTM
32T 651074 5204517
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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike
Author’s map recommendations
Kompass #042 | Inneres Ötztal und Pitztal, Gurgler Tal, Venter Tal | 1:25.000
Equipment
It is recommended to wear hiking equipment such as outdoor clothing, weather-resistant outdoor clothing, ankle-high mountain boots, wind, rain and sun protection, cap and gloves. It is also important to have sufficient food and a first-aid package, a cell phone and a hiking map.
Difficulty
difficult
Distance
3.3 km
Duration
2:30h
Ascent
824 m
Descent
824 m
Summit route
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