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Moderate

Obergurgl: from the Hohe Mut to the Rotmoosferner glacier

Obergurgl · Hohe Mut · with the Ötztal Inside Summer Card

A high-mountain path above 2,500 m with views of 21 three-thousanders. From the Hohe Mut Alm over the Bärenhoppe ridge and through the Rotmoostal to the viewpoint above the Rotmoosferner glacier.

Free with the Ötztal Inside Summer Card: Hohe Mut Bahn I and II up and down. A family of 2 adults and 2 children saves €100 on this trip.

Length
8.5 km
Ascent / descent
↑ 322 m · ↓ 323 m
Walking time
2 h 50 min
Altitude
2,556 m – 2,721 m
Route type
Out and back

Who for Older children · Experienced hikers

Elevation profile of the route. Hover to show the spot on the map.

Route description

  1. The Hohe Mut Bahn gondola takes you from Obergurgl to over 2,600 m, right to the Hohe Mut Alm restaurant.
  2. Path no. 30 first drops gently, then climbs to the Bärenhoppe, a grassy ridge between the Rotmoostal and Gaisbergtal valleys.
  3. The path then follows the northern slope of the Rotmoostal further into the valley. Ahead rise the glaciated three-thousanders of the Gurgl ridge, and the meadows gradually give way to a stony desert.
  4. On a small ridge above 2,700 m is the Rotmoosferner stamp and a view of the glacier. Return the same way.

Good to know

Warm clothes

You are above 2,500 m the whole time. Even in summer it is often cool and windy here.

Not onto the glacier

Continuing over the glacier is only for mountaineers with equipment.

With the card

The card covers each lift once a day up and down.

Why “moderate”

Red mountain trail: narrow path, steep in places, needs sure footing.

Trip FAQ

Is the lift free with the Ötztal Inside Summer Card?

Yes. Included with the Ötztal Inside Summer Card: Hohe Mut Bahn I and II up and down. Without the card it costs €30 per adult and €20 per child (child fare), so a family of 2 + 2 saves €100.

Who is this trip suitable for?

Older children, experienced hikers. Red mountain trail: narrow path, steep in places, needs sure footing.

How long is the trip?

8.5 km, 322 m up and 323 m down, 2 h 50 min of walking. Route type: out and back.

How do I get the Ötztal Inside Summer Card?

One ride a day on each of the 12 cable cars, plus AREA 47, pools and buses throughout the valley. Included at partners; others buy it for 3–10 days. How to get the Ötztal Inside Summer Card

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