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SAUTENS -> Kreuzkapelle -> schwarze Markierung -> unteres Forchet -> Kreuzkapelle -> SAUTENS
moderate
Distance 7.6 km
Duration3:00 h
Ascent156 m
Descent156 m
Highest point839 m
Lowest point714 m
More than 3000 years ago immense parts of the Tschirgant mountain massively crashed into the valley by blocking the entrance to the Ötztal. Today this wonderful area amidst the densely populated Tyrolean Inntal has become a true nature treasure, almost untouched by men. Two breathtaking loop trails travel straight through this awesome landscape called "Sautner Forchet", which is known for its exciting cultural spots (Kalkofen area, cavehouse, …). Information panels inform about the region's fauna and geology.
Start Kreuzkapelle Sautens - black Sign - walking time 3 hours
Author’s recommendation
Take time to study the information boards along the way
Author
Ötztal Tourismus Büro Oetz
Update: July 11, 2024
Difficulty
moderate
Overall difficulty
moderate
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
839 m
Lowest point
714 m
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Track types
Asphalt 17.69%Forested/wild trail 38.57%Path 25.98%Road 6.23%Unknown 11.51%
Asphalt
1.4 km
Forested/wild trail
2.9 km
Path
2 km
Road
0.5 km
Unknown
0.9 km
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: www.oetztal.comTips and suggestions
More details about hiking in Ötztal: https://www.oetztal.com/wandernStart
Sautens
Coordinates:
DD
47.212790, 10.846656
DMS
47°12'46.0"N 10°50'48.0"E
UTM
32T 639832 5230465
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Destination
Sautens
Turn-by-turn directions
Start at the Kreuzkapelle and then follow the street about 100 m. Then you can go through the forrest and follow the black signs.
Public transport
Enjoy a both comfortable and relaxing train ride to the train station in Ötztal Bahnhof. You get off the train in ÖTZTAL Bahnhof where you change to a public bus or local taxi. The current bus schedule can be found at: http://fahrplan.vvt.atDirections
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
Parking Sports ground / Cross ChapelCoordinates
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47.212790, 10.846656
DMS
47°12'46.0"N 10°50'48.0"E
UTM
32T 639832 5230465
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Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!
Author’s map recommendations
Kompass #043 | Ötztaler Alpen Ötztal, Pitztal | 1:50.000
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.Difficulty
moderate
Overall difficulty
moderate
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Distance
7.6 km
Duration
3:00 h
Ascent
156 m
Descent
156 m
Highest point
839 m
Lowest point
714 m
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