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Road bike tours in Ötztal

Via Ferrata recommended route

Via ferrata Eckkamm | Huben

Via Ferrata · Ötztal Open
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    The new via ferrata for beginners and families
    Open
    moderate
    Distance 1.1 km
    1:30 h
    225 m
    225 m
    1,369 m
    1,193 m
    The via ferrata "Eckkamm" runs through the west face of the so-called "Eckkamm" at 1620 meters near Huben in the Ötztal valley. The elongated ridge of this ridge extends southwards from Huben and is forested at the base of the wall as well as in the exit area. Both to the entry point and the exit, a trail called the "Sagenweg" leads from Huben. At the saddle south of the exit lies the managed "Alpengasthof am Feuerstein," with a chapel and a viewing platform nearby. The "Eckkamm" via ferrata ascends from the lower left to the upper right through the approximately 200-meter-high rock face, which is partially covered with trees and vegetation, and has about 160 meters in elevation gain. The difficulty of the via ferrata is mainly in the A and B range, with some sections reaching B/C. The climb takes about 1.5 hours. Many passages run horizontally or diagonally upwards to the right. The ascents over various "ramps" are generously equipped with step irons. There are three rope bridges, two rope ladders, and a small resting bench. The via ferrata is perfectly secured and has only a few short steep sections, making it particularly suitable for beginners. As the wall faces west, there is the opportunity to climb in the shade in the morning, especially during the hot summer months. The via ferrata has been additionally equipped with a special safety system designed to enhance safety, particularly for beginners. A so-called push carabiner (available at the climbing and mountaineering shop "Alpintreff" in Unterlängenfeld) is threaded into the system and pushed along throughout the entire via ferrata. This additional push carabiner prevents unintentional unclipping of the entire via ferrata set, except at two points. At these two prepared interruptions, other climbers have the opportunity to overtake others using the same system.

    Experienced climbers can also use a conventional via ferrata set.

    Difficulty
    B/C moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Experience
    Landscape
    Highest point
    1,369 m
    Lowest point
    1,193 m
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    Approach
    225 m, 0:40 h
    Climbing length
    380 m, 1:30 h
    Descent
    385 m, 0:40 h

    Track types

    Asphalt 4.20%Dirt road 34.92%Path 60.89%
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    0 km
    Dirt road
    0.4 km
    Path
    0.7 km
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    Rest stops

    Genusslokal - Hotel Alpenblick
    Restaurant Mahlzeit
    Cafe Restaurant Rustica
    Pension Granbichler
    Pizzeria Via Della

    Safety information

    SAFETY ON THE VIA FERRATA

    The Austrian Alpine Club has published 10 recommendations for climbing on via ferratas in order to increase safety: 

    1. Plan carefully
    2. Destination should correspond to personal abilities
    3. Use complete set of professional climbing equipment
    4. Don’t access the route in the event of a thunderstorm
    5. Check wire rope and anchors accurately and critically
    6. Partner check at the access point
    7. Maintain sufficient distance
    8. Talk clearly when overtaking someone
    9. Watch out for falling rocks
    10. Respect nature and environment

    Start

    Huben | sport field
    Coordinates:
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    47.037521, 10.971701
    DMS
    47°02'15.1"N 10°58'18.1"E
    UTM
    32T 649792 5211220
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    Destination

    Huben | sport field

    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.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

    Parking is available at the entrance of Huben and at the Huben sports field.

    Coordinates

    DD
    47.037521, 10.971701
    DMS
    47°02'15.1"N 10°58'18.1"E
    UTM
    32T 649792 5211220
    w3w 
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    Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!

    Equipment

    Helmet, climbing harness with via ferrata set, via ferrata gloves, appropriate footwear.

    Recommendation for beginners: additional carabiner

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    Status
    Open
    Difficulty
    B/C moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    1.1 km
    Duration
    1:30 h
    Ascent
    225 m
    Descent
    225 m
    Highest point
    1,369 m
    Lowest point
    1,193 m
    Refreshment stops available Family-friendly Classic via ferrata

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