THE HIKER'S PIN

The Ötztaler Hiker's Pin in Gold, Silver and Bronze

ÖTZTALER HIKER'S NEEDLE IN BRONZE

The Ötztaler hiker's pin in BRONZE is received having hiked to 3 mountain pastures (ALMEN) or alpine huts.

ÖTZTALER HIKER'S NEEDLE IN SILVER

The Ötztaler hiker's pin in SILVER is received having climbed to 8 mountain pastures (ALMEN) or alpine huts.

ÖTZTALER HIKER'S NEEDLE IN GOLD

The Ötztaler hiker's pin in GOLD is received having climbed to 16 mountain pastures (ALMEN) or alpine huts.

Children under 14, physically handicapped, and senior citizens over 60, may receive the golden hiker's pin with proof of 12 mountain pastures and snack-stops.

INFORMATION

The award itself is presented in the tourist office of the Ötztal Tourism in return for the corresponding amount of hut stamps.

The Ötztaler hiker's pin may be acquired over the period of several stays in the Ötztal.

Cost: € 1,00

Stamp-cards are available at the tourist office of the Ötztal Arena.

HIKING MAPS

Most hiking maps listed below are available for purchase at all information offices of the Ötztal tourist board. Our staff will gladly advise you on the hiking map perfect for your needs.

• Ötztal Alps

Hiking, cycling & back-country skiing trail map (in German)Published by: Kompass (No. 43), 1:50.000

• Upper Ötztal

Gurgler Tal Valley - Venter Tal Valley - Pitztal Valley
Hiking, cycling & back-country skiing trail map (in German)
Published by: Kompass (No. 042), 1:25.000

• Ötztal

Hiking trail map of the entire Ötztal valley
Published by: Mayr, 1:35.000
(available in German, Dutch and English)

• Ötztal Alps - compact

Hiking trail map of the places, huts, theme hikes, silent paths and health tips.
Published by: Kompass

• Austrian Alpine Association

Sheet: Ötztaler Alpen, Weißkugl (No. 30/2)
Sheet: Ötztaler Alpen, Gurgl (No. 30/1)
Sheet: Ötztaler Alpen, Kaunergrat (No. 30/3)
Sheet: Ötztaler Alpen, Wildspitze (No. 30/6)
Sheet: Stubaier Alpen, Hochstubai (No. 31/1)
Austrian Alpine Association (ÖAV), 1:25.000

• Hiking and Tour Guidbook

Ötztaler Alpen
For walkers, hikers and climbers (in German) Alpine Guidebook written by Walter Klier published by Bergverlag Rother

Stubaier Alpen
For walkers, hikers and climbers (in German) Alpine Guidebook written by Walter Klier published by Bergverlag Rother

• Ötztal - Pitztal Walking map

Route maps, elevator profiles
Published by: Dieter Seibert, Kompass (No. 902)

• Ötztal-Pitztal-Kaunertal-Wildspitze Walking map

Hiking and cycling routes, GPS points, ski and cross country ski trails

• Ötztal Urweg Trail Walking map

Hiking trail map of the trail to the site of discovery of ötzi.

HIGH ALPINE SCHOOL

The cross and the summit book on top of the peak symbolize a successful climb. The mountaineer's note in the summit book confirms the permanently growing high-Alpine experience. Her Majesty, the Alps, give you a warm welcome!

The certified mountain and ski mountaineering guides of the Obergurgl High Alpine School will take you safely to the region's most beautiful "highlights": rock climbing, glacier trekking, special courses and expert instruction - The choice is all yours.

Booking and information directly at the High Alpine School Office - (Hotel Alpenaussicht)
Opening times: 9.00 am - 11.00 am and 4.00 pm - 6.00 pm
Contact:
T +43 (0) 5256 6236
www.bergfuehrer-obergurgl.at

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