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Ötztaler Alpen

Ötztaler Alpen

Easy hikes and walks in the Ötztaler Alpen

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Exploring Ötztaler Alpen on foot is a delightful way to connect with nature. To help you make the most of your adventures, we’ve compiled the top easy hikes and walks in the Ötztaler Alpen. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Last updated: October 24, 2025

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1. Lake Haider Loop Trail

5.48km

01:26

40m

Peaceful lake loop with wooden boardwalks through reed reserves and Ortles Alps reflections.

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2. From Hochmuth to Leiteralm

4.52km

01:24

170m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Passeirer Schildhöfeweg - circular hike

5.41km

01:38

180m

190m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Castle-Tyrol-Round near Meran

4.32km

01:29

220m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Haidersee / Lago della Muta – Waterfall at Lake Haider loop from St. Valentin auf der Haide - San Valentino alla Muta

5.43km

01:25

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Verpeil Gorge

1.88km

00:48

170m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Winkelbergsee – Fairy Tale Forest loop from Winklen

5.57km

01:43

190m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Passer Gorge Trail – Mooser Dam Pedestrian Bridge loop from Platt - Plata

5.37km

01:42

220m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Naturparkhaus Kaunergrat – View of Waldweier loop from Außergufer

6.30km

01:48

150m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Terrace With a View of Merano – Tappeiner Promenade loop from Meran - Merano

6.56km

01:49

110m

120m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hikes and walks in the Ötztaler Alpen

1. Lake Haider Loop Trail

2. From Hochmuth to Leiteralm

3. Passeirer Schildhöfeweg - circular hike

4. Castle-Tyrol-Round near Meran

5. Haidersee / Lago della Muta – Waterfall at Lake Haider loop from St. Valentin auf der Haide - San Valentino alla Muta

6. Verpeil Gorge

7. Winkelbergsee – Fairy Tale Forest loop from Winklen

8. Passer Gorge Trail – Mooser Dam Pedestrian Bridge loop from Platt - Plata

9. Naturparkhaus Kaunergrat – View of Waldweier loop from Außergufer

10. Terrace With a View of Merano – Tappeiner Promenade loop from Meran - Merano

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