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Rotkoglhütte

Hiking Trail · Sölden

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SÖLDEN -> ROTKOGLHÜTTE -> SÖLDEN

easy

Distance 3.6 km

1:45 h

382 m

Take the Giggijochbahn directly from Sölden or the new gondola from Hochsölden, approx. 1 hour ascent time to the hut.

You can also take the glacier bus to the Rettenbachalm or to the Rettenbach glacier and hike from there to the Rotkoglhütte.

Enjoy the view on the surrounding peaks, especially on Tyrol's highest mountain, the Wildspitze (3,774 m), or dare to take a tour on top of the Rotkogel (2,948 m) or the Schwarzkogel (3,016 m).

With almost 1.5 hours of ascent time, it could be described as the “easiest” 3,000-meter peak in Sölden. Past the idyllic Schwarzsee, the tour is sure to be an experience for everyone.

At the Rotkoglhütte our little visitors are in good hands on the playground with giant climbing shoes, slides, sandpit, etc. and who can say that they jumped on a trampoline at 2,666 m?

For not so nice weather we have prepared toys in our rooms. In the immediate surrounding of the hut is the “Maria Schnee” chapel, which is open to all visitors.

Author

Ötztal Tourismus

Update: February 26, 2021

Difficulty

easy

Technique

Stamina

Experience

Landscape

Highest point

Rotkoglhütte, 2,666 m

Lowest point

Sölden, 2,088 m

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Safety information

Easy hike; suitable for beginners and walkers.
Please pay attention to the current weather report: https://www.oetztal.com/de/sommer.html

Tips and hints

More details about hiking In Ötztal: https://www.oetztal.com/wandern

Start

Sölden (2,087 m)

Coordinates:

46.977698, 10.983282

DMS

46°58'39.7"N 10°58'59.8"E

UTM

32T 650840 5204594

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Destination

Rotkogljochhut

Turn-by-turn directions

Option 1: From the Giggijoch mountain station we hike along the road (which can be shortened in some cases), over pastures to the Rotkoglhütte. Enjoy the very nice view of the Rettenbach glacier and the mountains of the Stubaier Alps.

Option 2: From the Rettenbach glacier over the Schwarzsee to the Rotkogelhütte. Walking time approx. 2 hours

Note

all notes on protected areas

Public transport

Travel safe and comfortable with the train to the Ötztal Bahnhof train station. Last stop and exit point is the train station Ötztal Bahnhof. Afterwards you can travel smoothly and quick with the public transport or our local taxi companies through the valley to your desired destination. Please find the current bus timetable here:http://fahrplan.vvt.at

Getting there

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 Sölden:

Parking lot Postplatz
parking lot Stiegele
stair parking
Giggijochbahn + underground garage
Gaislachkoglbahn + underground garage
Parking Hochsölden
parking garage Hochsölden 1. parking lot

All parking is free during the day.

Parking for several days (eg hike tour):

Parkgarage Gaislachkoglbahn, Parkticket either online or directly at the cash desk of the Gaislachkoglbahn

Coordinates

46.977698, 10.983282

DMS

46°58'39.7"N 10°58'59.8"E

UTM

32T 650840 5204594

w3w

///inflect.princesses.skiing

Arrival by train, car, foot or bike

Book recommendation by the author

Almzeit

Author’s map recommendations

Kompass #042 | Inneres Ötztal und Pitztal

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-aidbox, a mobile phone, a walking map and if there is no hut on the way a snack and enough to drink

Basic Equipment for Hiking

Sturdy, comfortable and waterproof hiking boots or approach shoes
Layered, moisture wicking clothing
Hiking socks
Rucksack (with rain cover)
Protection against sun, rain and wind (hat, sunscreen, water- and windproof jacket and suitable legwear)
Sunglasses
Hiking poles
Ample supply of drinking water and snacks
First aid kit
Blister kit
Bivy / survival bag
Survival blanket
Headlamp
Pocket knife
Whistle
Cell phone
Cash
Navigation equipment / map and compass
Emergency contact details
ID

The 'basic' and 'technical' equipment lists are generated based on the selected activity. They are not exhaustive and only serve as suggestions for what you should consider packing.
For your safety, you should carefully read all instructions on how to properly use and maintain your equipment.
Please ensure that the equipment you bring complies with local laws and does not include restricted items.

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Peerler Lake
Gasthof Granstein
Leiterbergalm
Rettenbachalm
Goldeggalm
Gaislachalm
Heidealm

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Difficulty

easy

Distance

3.6 km

Duration

1:45 h

Ascent

382 m

Descent

382 m

Refreshment stops available Family-friendly

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