Adventurous glacier expedition
Description
Experience the fascination of the Ötztal glacier world up close on an expedition to the Rofenkar Glacier. An experienced mountain guide accompanies you at an altitude of over 3,000 meters while you learn important skills for safe movement on ice and snow. After a comfortable ascent on the chairlift, the ascent begins past impressive icefalls. On the Rofenkar glacier, you will be introduced to the use of ropes, ice axes and crampons and practise walking and belaying correctly. The brave can even abseil into a crevasse - an unforgettable adventure! Enjoy the mountain panorama with spectacular views before returning to the Breslauer Hütte for a refreshment stop. Afterwards, take the chairlift back to Vent. Registration: https://www.oetztal.com/experiences
Suitable for
Adults and children from 7 years onwardsDifficulty
Medium-difficulty mountain tour | walking time: approx. 4 hours | altitude meters: approx. 600 m
To bring with you
Physical fitness | sure-footedness | sufficient staminaMeeting Point
8.00 am Ötztal Tourismus - Information Vent, Venterstraße 35, 6458 Vent
Included Services
Guided glacier tour with a local mountain guide
Price Information
The following additional costs will apply, if you are NOT in posses of a Summer Card:
+ up and down chair lift (payable at the lift station)
The total amount shown includes 20 % VAT.
Equipment
Sturdy, ankle-high hiking boots | outdoor clothing suitable for the weather | rain & sun protection | food & drinks | ect. hiking poles
Arrival Information
Parking area at a fee: Vent - entrance to the village | next bus stop: Vent/Hotel Kleon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the route? Ascent double chairlift Wildspitze & Wildes Mannle - Rofenkargletscher - Breslauer Hütte - Panoramarestaurant Stableinalm - double chairlift Wildspitze - Vent
Are there places to stop for a refreshment? Yes, on the way back we stop at the Breslauer Hütte (individual catering possible)
When is the registration deadline? The evening before at 5 p.m.
Does the hike take place in bad weather? Yes, the hike will also take place in the rain (except in cases of force majeure)
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Locations
Experience the fascination of the Ötztal glacier world up close on an expedition to the Rofenkar Glacier. An experienced mountain guide accompanies you at an altitude of over 3,000 meters while you learn important skills for safe movement on ice and snow. After a comfortable ascent on the chairlift, the ascent begins past impressive icefalls. On the Rofenkar glacier, you will be introduced to the use of ropes, ice axes and crampons and practise walking and belaying correctly. The brave can even abseil into a crevasse - an unforgettable adventure! Enjoy the mountain panorama with spectacular views before returning to the Breslauer Hütte for a refreshment stop. Afterwards, take the chairlift back to Vent. Registration: https://www.oetztal.com/experiences
6458 Vent