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Medinger Way Round Sautens - Ötz - Sautens

Winter Hiking · Oetztal

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/ Winterwandern in Sautens
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Photo: Ötztal Tourismus
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Photo: Ötztal Tourismus
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Photo: Ötztal Tourismus

SAUTENS -> Office -> through the village -> Beerweg -> Oetz -> along the river -> bach to Sautens -> SAUTENS

easy

Distance 6.3 km

1:30 h

56 m

You start this hike in Oetz at the central parking. From there walk down the river and follow the asphalt road t the "Piburg Bridge", cross the river and walk on to Beerweg. This nice road leads you over snowy fields to the village Sautens. You cross the river again and follow the Medinger Weg next to the river back to Oetz.

You can also start this hike in Sautens.

Difficulty

easy

Technique

Stamina

Experience

Landscape

Highest point

794 m

Lowest point

753 m

Best time of year

Jan

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Rest Stop

Gasthof Hotel Post
restaurant Achwirt

Safety information

Please pay attention to the current weather- & avalanche report: https://www.oetztal.com/de/winter.html & https://avalanche-report/albina-web/bulletin/2019-01-07?lang=de

Tips and hints

More details about winter hiking in Ötztal: https://www.oetztal.com/winterwandern

Start

Oetz - Zentrumsparkplatz (776 m)

Coordinates:

47.202102, 10.897841

DMS

47°12'07.6"N 10°53'52.2"E

UTM

32T 643737 5229370

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Destination

Oetz - Zentrumsparkplatz

Turn-by-turn directions

You can also start this hike in Sautens.

Note

all notes on protected areas

Public transport

Enjoy a both comfortable and relaxing train ride to the train station in Ötztal Bahnhof. You get off the train in ÖTZTAL Bahnhof where you change to a public bus or local taxi. The current bus schedule can be found at: 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:

Parking Oetz town center- parking fee
Parking next to the river (at the end of Oetz on the right hand side) – free of charge, but limited parking; camping prohibited
Parking Acherkogelbahn - free for guests of the gondola lift, camping prohibited
Parking at night during several days' tours: Parking Oetz town center, the ticket is available at the tourist office Oetz.

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

47.202102, 10.897841

DMS

47°12'07.6"N 10°53'52.2"E

UTM

32T 643737 5229370

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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike

Equipment

Appropriate equipment such as breathable suitable outdoor clothes for the weather, wind-, rain-, snow- and sun protection, hat and 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.

Basic Equipment for Winter Hiking

Sturdy, comfortable and waterproof hiking boots appropriate for winter use (B1+ recommended)
Layered, moisture wicking clothing
Long, warm technical socks plus liners and spares
Rucksack (with rain cover)
Water- and windproof mountaineering jacket and trousers with ankle adjustment or separate gaiters
Lip protection (SPF 30+)
Water- and windproof gloves plus thin fleece inner gloves
Neckwear
moisture wicking skull / knit cap
Sunglasses
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

Technical Equipment for Winter Hiking

Hiking poles fitted with snow baskets
Trail ‘spike’ crampons at minimum and a basic ice axe are recommended when covering steeper terrain

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.

Similar routes nearby

Round path Oetz - Habichen
Viewing point Ebele
Seejöchlround
Tour of five villages
Elsinger Way: Lake Piburger See
Roundway Sautens
Winterround - Magic forest (410)

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Difficulty

easy

Distance

6.3 km

Duration

1:30 h

Ascent

56 m

Descent

56 m

Circular route Family-friendly Accessibility Suitable for strollers Way cleared

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