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Hikingroute - Maisalm - Sautens

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    SAUTENS -> Dreikirchenblick -> Forstweg -> Holzberg -> Reichenbachalm -> MAISALM
    moderate
    Distance 9.3 km
    3:30 h
    1,000 m
    136 m
    1,750 m
    820 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
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    Ötztal Tourismus Büro Oetz
    Update: November 13, 2024
    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Experience
    Landscape
    Highest point
    1,750 m
    Lowest point
    820 m
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    Rest stops

    Restaurant Pizzereria Roma
    miniM market
    Crocery Huber

    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.com

    Tips and suggestions

    More information: https://www.oetztal.com/wandern

    Start

    sautens
    Coordinates:
    DD
    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/maps

    Parking

    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

    DD
    47.206213, 10.861995
    DMS
    47°12'22.4"N 10°51'43.2"E
    UTM
    32T 641011 5229761
    w3w 
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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.

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    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    9.3 km
    Duration
    3:30 h
    Ascent
    1,000 m
    Descent
    136 m
    Highest point
    1,750 m
    Lowest point
    820 m
    Scenic Refreshment stops available Linear route

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