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Thematic Trail recommended route

Köfler Waalweg - Frischmann Hütte

Thematic Trail · Umhausen
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    Köfels -> Köfler Scharte -> Waalweg -> Frischmann Hütte -> hintere Fundusalm -> Köfels 

     

     

    moderate
    Distance 11.1 km
    5:30 h
    965 m
    965 m
    2,208 m
    1,376 m
    Start in the parking area of Köfels, proceed on the ascending hiking trail to "Köfler Schartle". On top you enjoy marvelous panoramic views of Fundustal valley and Ötztal. Continue along Waalweg (Europe's highest Waalweg Trail) towards Frischmannhütte. After a nice rest stop you walk back to the starting point past quaint Fundusalm.

     

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    Roland Grüner 
    Update: March 20, 2024
    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Experience
    Landscape
    Highest point
    2,208 m
    Lowest point
    1,376 m
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    Track types

    Asphalt 30.14%Dirt road 2.92%Path 66.93%
    Asphalt
    3.3 km
    Dirt road
    0.3 km
    Path
    7.4 km
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    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

    Tips and suggestions

    More information about hiking can be found here

    Start

    car park Köfels
    Coordinates:
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    47.119410, 10.917290
    DMS
    47°07'09.9"N 10°55'02.2"E
    UTM
    32T 645436 5220217
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    Destination

    car park Köfels

    Turn-by-turn directions

    Start in the parking area of Köfels, proceed on the ascending hiking trail to "Köfler Schartle". On top you enjoy marvelous panoramic views of Fundustal valley and Ötztal. Continue along Waalweg (Europe's highest Waalweg Trail) towards Frischmannhütte. After a nice rest stop you walk back to the starting point past quaint Fundusalm.

     

    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: https://www.google.at/maps

    Parking

    The following parking facilities are available in Umhausen:
    • car park Köfels (payable)

    Coordinates

    DD
    47.119410, 10.917290
    DMS
    47°07'09.9"N 10°55'02.2"E
    UTM
    32T 645436 5220217
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    Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!

    Author’s map recommendations

    Kompass Wanderkarte | Maßstab: 1:35.000

    Equipment

    Appropriate equipment such as breathable suitable outdoor clothes for the weather, ankle-high walking boots, wind-, rain- & sun protection, hat, possibly gloves, 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.

     

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    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    11.1 km
    Duration
    5:30 h
    Ascent
    965 m
    Descent
    965 m
    Highest point
    2,208 m
    Lowest point
    1,376 m
    Round trip Scenic Cultural/historical interest Refreshment stops available Geological highlights Flora

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