The Ötztaler hiker's pin in GOLD is received having climbed to 15 mountain pastures (ALMEN) or alpine huts.
Children under 14, physically handicapped, and senior citizens over 60, may receive the golden hiker's pin with proof of 12 mountain pastures and snack-stops.
The award itself is presented in the tourist office Ötztal in return for the corresponding amount of hut stamps.
The Ötztaler hiker's pin may be acquired over the period of several stays in the Ötztal.
Stamp-cards are available at the tourist office Ötztal.