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Hiking Trail recommended route

Hühnersteign

Hiking Trail · Gemeinde Sölden
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    SÖLDEN -> HÜHNERSTEIGN -> SÖLDEN
    moderate
    Distance 3.4 km
    1:45 h
    635 m
    635 m
    2,012 m
    1,371 m
    The Hühnersteign in Sölden is something very special - because it combines warm hospitality with a cozy atmosphere, both inside and outside.

    In the middle of the unique mountain world of the Ötztaler Alps, guests are spoiled with everything their heart desires. In the summer, the Hühnersteign is the perfect destination for hikers, mountaineers and bikers.

    Enjoy hours of sunshine on the wonderful terrace with a view of the beautiful mountain panorama, which seems close enough to touch.

    The Hühnersteige can be reached via simple hiking trails, starting from the middle station of the Gaislachkoglbahn (approx. 45 minutes) or from Hochsölden via the panorama path (approx. 45 minutes).

    In addition, the "Ollweit Line" (a trail of the Bike Republic Sölden) leads directly past the hut. You can also easily reach the hut by car or bus - it's only a three-minute walk from the toll station (Gletscherstraße).

    From Sölden you can get to the hut by passing the church into the hamlet of Grünwald, continue along the steeper forest path onto the road that leads to Hochsölden, to the Gampe Alm junction. Then continue south across the Gampe Alm to the marked path, slightly uphill to the Hühnersteign.

    Author’s recommendation

    Sie haben auch die Möglichkeit im Sommer wie im Winter mit dem Gletscherbus Richtung Mautstelle zu fahren.
    Dort aussteigen erreichen Sie die Hühnersteige in 2 Minuten. Den Fahrplan für den Gletscherbus finden Sie unter folgendem Link https://www.oetztaler.at/linienverkehr/.

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    Roland Grüner 
    Update: March 26, 2024
    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Experience
    Landscape
    Highest point
    Hühnersteign, 2,012 m
    Lowest point
    Sölden, 1,371 m
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    Rest stops

    Hühnersteign
    s`Stabele Bar

    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

    More details about hiking In Ötztal: https://www.oetztal.com/wandern 

    Start

    Sölden
    Coordinates:
    DD
    46.968034, 11.007046
    DMS
    46°58'04.9"N 11°00'25.4"E
    UTM
    32T 652675 5203567
    w3w 
    ///incidentally.weary.spoke

    Destination

    Hühnersteign

    Turn-by-turn directions

    Option 1: Walk from Sölden past the church into the hamlet of Grünwald, continue along the steeper forest path onto the road that leads to Hochsölden, to the Gampe Alm junction. Continue over the Gampe Alm south to the marked path, slightly uphill to the Hühnersteign.

    Option 2: Easily from Hochsölden via the Höhenweg to Hühnersteign. Walking time approx. 45 minutes

    Option 3: from the middle station of the Gaislachkogl cable car to the Hühnersteign in approx. 45 minutes

     

    Public transport

    Travel safe and comfortable with the train to the Ötztal Bahnhof train station. Last stop and exit point is thetrain station Ötztal Bahnhof. Afterwards you can travel smoothly and quick with the public transport or our localtaxi 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 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):

    • Parkgarage Gaislachkoglbahn, Parkticket either online or directly at the cash desk of the Gaislachkoglbahn

    Coordinates

    DD
    46.968034, 11.007046
    DMS
    46°58'04.9"N 11°00'25.4"E
    UTM
    32T 652675 5203567
    w3w 
    ///incidentally.weary.spoke
    Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!

    Book recommendation by the author

    Almzeit Brochure 

    Author’s map recommendations

    Kompass #042 | Inneres Ötztal und Pitztal

    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-aidbox, a mobile phone, a walking map and if there is no hut on the way a snack and enough to drink.

    Similar routes nearby

    • Heidealm
    • Gaislachalm
    • Goldeggalm
    • Löple Alm
    • Rettenbachalm
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    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    3.4 km
    Duration
    1:45 h
    Ascent
    635 m
    Descent
    635 m
    Highest point
    2,012 m
    Lowest point
    1,371 m
    Scenic Refreshment stops available Family-friendly Linear route

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