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Hikingroute - Maisalm - Sautens
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SAUTENS -> Dreikirchenblick -> Forstweg -> Holzberg -> Reichenbachalm -> MAISALM
moderate
Distance 9.3 km
Duration3:30 h
Ascent1,000 m
Descent136 m
Highest point1,750 m
Lowest point820 m
Hike from the church in Sautens to the right on the dirt road towards the edge of the forest. From there continue on the marked steep path, through the forest to Raichenbach hut (closed) and to Maisalm. You will have a beautiful view of the Inn valley, Roppen and the Pitztal valley.
Author’s recommendation
Take a rest at the platform "3-Kirchen-Blick" and enjoy the view on the churches of Sautens, Oetz and Oetzerau
Author
Ötztal Tourismus Büro Oetz
Update: March 21, 2024
Difficulty
moderate
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Highest point
1,750 m
Lowest point
820 m
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MaisalmSafety 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 hints
More information: https://www.oetztal.com/wandernStart
sautens
Coordinates:
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47.206213, 10.861995
DMS
47°12'22.4"N 10°51'43.2"E
UTM
32T 641011 5229761
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Destination
Maisalm
Turn-by-turn directions
From the Dreikirchenblick on the Forststraße turn into the Bärentalhut.
Public transport
Travel by train comfortably and safely to the station station Ötztal. End station or exit point is the station ÖTZTAL. Then travel comfortably and quickly by public transport or the local taxi company through the entire valley! The current bus schedule can be found at: http://fahrplan.vvt.atFor all aviation fans the airport Innsbruck is connected by direct scheduled flights directly to destinations all over Europe. In addition, numerous charter flights are carried out. A convenient and time-saving journey is guaranteed. For more information about your flight search: https://www.checkfelix.com/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/mapsParking
The following parking facilities are available in Sautens:- directly in front of the town hall - free of charge
- right after the big bridge (turnoff B186) on the big gravel parking lot - free of charge
- at the sports field / Kalkofen - free of charge
- in front of the elementary school / kindergarden, Kirchblickweg - free of charge
Coordinates
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47.206213, 10.861995
DMS
47°12'22.4"N 10°51'43.2"E
UTM
32T 641011 5229761
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Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!
Author’s map recommendations
Kompass Karte Ötztal Pitztal, Mayr Wanderkarte Ötztal
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
Distance
9.3 km
Duration
3:30 h
Ascent
1,000 m
Descent
136 m
Highest point
1,750 m
Lowest point
820 m
Linear route
Scenic
Refreshment stops available
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