Gamskogel 2813m - Längenfeld/Gries
Description
GRIES -> Nisslalm -> Gasse -> GAMSKOGEL
Increased truck and car traffic on the entire Sulztal road.
Driving times:
Trucks: Mon – Fri from 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
Cars: all day
Map & elevation profile
The Tour
GRIES -> Nisslalm -> Gasse -> GAMSKOGEL
Increased truck and car traffic on the entire Sulztal road.
Driving times:
Trucks: Mon – Fri from 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
Cars: all day
The parking lot at the edge of town offers an ideal starting point. To cross to the other side of the Fischbach river, walk a few meters downhill directly behind the parking lot to the small wooden bridge that is crossed. Past the Tiroler Hütte, through meadows, begins the steep ascent to Nisslalm. In narrow, steep switchbacks, the narrow path winds up through the forest, crossing the forest road several times. A more comfortable but longer access to the alpine pasture is via the forest road. Upon reaching Nisslalm, the trail continues behind the alpine pasture, slightly ascending to beautiful grassy areas. The next section leads steeply over stone slabs and stretches over grassy ridges to the east ridge. For the summit ascent in steep, rocky terrain, another hour is needed. The view from the summit cross is breathtaking. You can overlook large parts of the Ötztal, from the Inn valley to the glaciated peaks in the innermost valley.
There is the possibility to ride a mountain bike up to Nisslalm. Instead of a long descent, you can expect a rapid downhill ride.
Regions & Places
Mountain areas
Details
Characteristics
Way types
Safety guidelines
Suitable for those free from dizziness, with sure-footedness and alpine experience; very good physical condition, alpine experience and mountain equipment (see under Equipment), occasionally alpine safety equipment, good weather conditions recommended. Please pay attention to the current weather report.
Additional information
More information about hiking in the Ötztal can be found here.
Directions
Near the parking lot (Tiroler Hütte), the ascent begins with a steep forest trail to Nisslalm, which crosses the forest road several times. After the alpine pasture, the path leads slightly uphill to lush green meadows. The further ascent proceeds steeply over stone slabs and is partly rocky. Difficult sections such as granite slabs and steps are repeatedly secured with footholds and short wire ropes.
Arrival
Public transit
Travel comfortably and safely by train. The final stop or exit point is the ÖTZTAL train station. Afterwards, you can conveniently and quickly travel through the entire valley to your desired destination by public transport or local taxi companies. The current bus timetable is available at: http://fahrplan.vvt.at
Starting point
Getting there
Car trip to ÖTZTAL
The journey by car takes holidaymakers through the Inn valley to the entrance of the valley and then continues along the Ötztal. In addition to the toll motorway, country roads can also be used. With the route planner, you can quickly and conveniently determine your trip. To the route planner: https://www.google.at/maps
Parking
The following parking options are available:
Gries at the end of the village – fee required
Current information
Equipment
Suitable equipment such as breathable and weather-appropriate outdoor clothing is required for all hikes and routes. Carrying a first aid kit, a mobile phone, and possibly a hiking map, as well as sufficient provisions for hikes without any opportunity to stop, is necessary.