THE SELLRAIN VALLEY MOUNTAIN HUT TOUR

Seven days, 80 kilometres and 5,700 vertical metres – these are the hard facts of the Sellrain Valley Mountain Hut Tour (Sellrainer Hüttenrunde), a mountain-climbing adventure for experienced mountaineers. This long-distance hiking trail requires high fitness levels and mountaineering experience. It is a difficult route that places high demands on your body.

A light pack – containing as little as possible while still including everything you need for the mountains – makes the hike easier. There is no baggage transport option on this route. Please be sure to research the weather and terrain before setting off. The landlords at the various mountain huts can also provide helpful advice. They know the area like the back of their hands and are happy to help. Please be sure to heed their advice.

Mountain climbing in seven stages

The tour begins at an altitude of 900 metres above sea level in the village of Sellrain, which is located at the entrance to the Sellrain Valley. The highest point of the tour is the Schöntalspitze peak at an altitude of 3,000 metres. The trail is broken down into seven stages that lead via numerous summits and mountain huts, stopping along the way at the Potsdamer Hütte, the Westfalenhaus, the Pforzheimer Hütte, the Schweinfurter Hütte, the Bielefelder Hütte and the Dortmunder Hütte. These mountain huts all serve delicious Tyrolean cuisine and provide rustic accommodation options in relaxing and peaceful settings. To ensure you can enjoy the peace and quiet and rest your tired legs, it is essential to book accommodation in advance!

HIGH ALPINE NEAR THE CITY

The mountaineering villages in the Sellrain Valley are known for blissful tranquillity and unspoilt nature. This mountain climbing paradise with rugged charm is only 30 minutes by car from the vibrant city of Innsbruck. Panoramic mountain views extend in every direction. To the south, the Stubai Alps; to the north, the Karwendel mountains and the Nordkette mountain range; to the west, the Ötz Valley and to the east, the Wipp Valley and the Stubai Valley. The Sellrain Valley Mountain Hut Tour is the ultimate natural highlight, leading through magnificent alpine landscapes with bubbling mountain streams and along beautiful paths lined with alpine roses and mountain violets.

The natural alpine surroundings covered on the tour are home to chamois, ibex and marmots. Don't be surprised if one or two of these mountain inhabitants cross your path! The Sellrain Valley Mountain Hut Tour gives you the change to experience the Alps up close. To ensure future generations of mountaineers can also enjoy these pristine natural surroundings and their inhabitants, we ask you to leave nothing but footprints.

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The Sellrain Valley Mountain Hut Tour

The "Sellrainer Hüttenrunde" is a high alpine, multi-day, circular hut hike that leads through the entire Kühtai-Sellrain Valley region. There are plenty of ways to join and enjoy the trail, which shows the full variety of the Sellrain mountains from the huge, glacier-covered granite gneiss mountains in the upper Lüsens Valley to the gentle hills around the Fotscher Valley and the mighty Acherkogel high above the Tyrolean Oberland region. Seven days, 80 kilometres and 5,700 vertical metres – the Sellrain Valley Mountain Hut Tour is a truly special mountaineering experience. The tour starts in Sellrain at an altitude of 900 metres above sea level and climbs right up to Schöntalspitze peak, the highest point of the tour, at an altitude of over 3,000 metres above sea level. The tour is split into seven stages and passes numerous mountain huts along the way, where you can enjoy delicious Tyrolean cuisine, rustic accommodation and rejuvenating tranquillity. The tour stops at the following mountain huts: Potsdamer Hütte, Westfalenhaus, Pforzheimer Hütte, Schweinfurter Hütte, Bielefelder Hütte and Dortmunder Hütte. The route requires a lot of stamina and mountain experience.

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This varied tour forms the first stage of the seven-day Sellrainer Hüttenrunde and leads from Sellrain through the idyllic Fotschertal valley up to the cosy Potsdamer Hütte. The starting point is 900 metres above sea level at the bus stop at Gasthaus Neuwirt. From here, the trail initially follows the picturesque Fotscher Bach stream, whose clear water and gentle murmur accompany the hike. The gentle ascent leads past the Bergheim Fotsch at 1,500 metres, where you can take a short break. The actual ascent then begins: the path meanders steadily uphill across alpine meadows and through sparse mountain forest until finally reaching the Potsdamer Hütte at 2,000 metres. Here, hikers can not only enjoy a well-earned refreshment, but also a breathtaking view of the surrounding mountain landscape. The approximately 3.5-hour hike is a perfect introduction to the multi-day Sellrain hut tour and promises an unforgettable first mountain experience.

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On the second day of this alpine tour, you hike from the Potsdamer Hütte mountain hut to the Westfalenhaus mountain hut. 270 vertical metres separate these two huts but don't let that fool you: this stage actually has an elevation gain of almost 1,500 metres and an elevation loss of over 1,200 metres. From the Potsdamer Hütte mountain hut, follow route number 119 past the Schafalm mountain hut to the summit of Roter Kogel at 2,870 metres above sea level. The route then leads down into the Lüsens Valley along trail no. 36 and trail no. 35 to the village of Lüsens at 1,300 metres above sea level. From there, you follow the Dr.-Siemon-Weg trail to the final destination of this stage, the Westfalenhaus mountain hut. Walking time: 9 hours. Alternative route 1: Via Hochgrafljoch (2,693 m) by following route no. 35 down into the Lüsens Valley. Then continue as above. Alternative route 2: Up to Roter Kogel (2,832 m) then down past the Aflinger Alm mountain hut (1814 m, not open to the public) to Praxmar. You can stop for food and drink at the Alpengasthof Praxmar. Continue to the Westfalenhaus mountain hut the following day. Joining options: From Praxmar or Lüsens, follow the Sommerweg trail to the Westfalenhaus mountain hut (walking time 3 or 2 hours respectively).

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Follow route no. 143 from the Westfalenhaus mountain hut up to the Zischgenscharte ridge at 2,900 metres above sea level. From there, it is well worth doing a detour up to the Schöntalspitze peak at 3,000 metres above sea level. This is the highest point of the entire tour. The route then continues via the Zischgeles Ferner glacier to the Gleirsch Valley and the Pforzheimer Hütte mountain hut at 2,300 metres above sea level. This difficult stage has an elevation gain of 780 metres and an elevation loss of 745 metres. The walking time is at least 5 hours. Joining options: From St. Sigmund via the Gleirschalm mountain hut to the Pforzheimer Hütte mountain hut (walking time: 2.5 hours)

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This impressive 4th stage of the Sellrainer Hüttenrunde leads from the Pforzheimer Hütte through varied high mountain landscapes to the Schweinfurter Hütte at over 2,000 metres. From the Pforzheimer Hütte, the hike starts on trail no. 145 and initially leads steadily uphill to the Gleirschjöchl. Once at the top, you have a magnificent view of the surrounding peaks. The trail then continues through the impressive Schneeloch, a high alpine depression with a fascinating backdrop. The descent leads into the Zwieselbach valley before finally reaching the Schweinfurter Hütte. The stage comprises a total ascent of 440 metres and a descent of 715 metres. With a walking time of around 4 hours, it offers a varied mix of exertion and impressive nature experiences. Access option: If you want to hike directly to the Schweinfurter Hütte, you can ascend from Umhausen-Niederthai in the Ötztal valley through the beautiful Horlachtal valley. This variant takes around 2 hours and is a worthwhile alternative.

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The 5th stage of the Sellrainer Hüttenrunde is a challenging high mountain tour with spectacular views and varied passages. It leads from the Schweinfurter Hütte via two impressive embrasures and striking peaks to the Bielefelder Hütte. At the beginning, the trail climbs steadily to the Hochreichscharte (2,900 m) - the highest point of this stage. From here you can enjoy a breathtaking panorama of the surrounding mountains. After a short descent, the ascent to the Niederreichscharte (2,700 m) follows. The route then leads over the Lauser and Achplatte peaks, which offer great views, before finally reaching the Bielefelder Hütte. This difficult stage requires surefootedness and stamina, as it involves 880 metres of ascent and 800 metres of descent. The walking time is around 9 hours, making it a challenging but extremely rewarding tour. Access option: Alternatively, the Bielefelder Hütte can also be reached directly: From Ötz in around 3:15 hours From Ochsengarten in around 2:15 hours

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The penultimate stage of the Sellrainer Hüttenrunde starts at the Bielefelder Hütte and leads along the Besinnungsweg (path no. 149) up to the Mittertaler Scharte. Along the way, there are always beautiful views of the surrounding mountain landscape. Several small streams that cross the path give this section a special charm. The descent leads through the Mittertal valley, past the Längental reservoir, one of the reservoirs in Kühtai. A short stop is worthwhile to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and the impressive panorama. Finally, you reach the Dortmunder Hütte at 1,950 metres, where you can enjoy a relaxing end to the stage. This challenging route comprises 500 metres of ascent and almost 700 metres of descent, with a walking time of around 4 hours. Access options: By car via the main road 13 from Innsbruck or the main road 237 from Ochsengarten to the Dortmunder Hütte in Kühtai. By regional bus 4166 from Innsbruck to Kühtai.

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The grand finale of the Mountain Hut Tour starts from the Dortmunder Hütte mountain hut and leads back to the starting point in Sellrain. First, you hike to the village of Kühtai. This ski resort can be very busy in winter but in summer, it's nice and peaceful. From there, the route continues down to the Zirmbachalm mountain hut at an altitude of 1,800 metres above sea level and then back up to the Sonnbergalm mountain hut at 1,950 metres above sea level. Finally, you follow the Sellraintaler Höhenwanderweg trail down to the village of Sellrain. This difficult last stage has an elevation gain of over 800 metres and an elevation loss of 1,950 metres. Would you like to save yourself the downhill stretch? If so, you can take the "Postbus" bus and enjoy an effortless journey from Kühtai to Sellrain. If you do the whole stage on foot, the walking time is 9 hours.

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The Inntalschlaufe is a variant of the Sellrainer Hüttenrunde and leads mostly along the Peter-Anich-Höhenweg until it joins the Sellraintaler Höhenweg. The tour starts in Kühtai at the Stams Galerie bus stop and initially follows trails 152 and 153 over the Bachwandkopf to the Peter-Anich-Hütte, where you can take your first break. The route then continues up the Rangger Köpfl to the Rosskogelhütte hut, which invites you to stop for a bite to eat in its marvellous location. From there, you continue up to the Rosskogel before descending along the Sellraintaler Höhenwanderweg towards Sellrain. You pass several huts along the way that are ideal for a break: Peter-Anich-Hütte, Pfaffenhofer Alm, Oberhofer Galtalm, Flaurlinger Alm, Alpl, Inzinger Alm with chapel and the Rosskogelhütte. The tour is also recommended in the opposite direction, offering wonderful views of the Inn Valley.

THE SELLRAIN VALLEY MOUNTAIN HUT TOUR

Mountain climbing in seven stages

HIGH ALPINE NEAR THE CITY

The Sellrain Valley Mountain Hut Tour

The Sellrain Valley Mountain Hut Tour: stage 1

The Sellrain Valley Mountain Hut Tour: stage 2

The Sellrain Valley Mountain Hut Tour: stage 3

The Sellrain Valley Mountain Hut Tour: stage 4

The Sellrain Valley Mountain Hut Tour: stage 5

The Sellrain Valley Mountain Hut Tour: stage 6

The Sellrain Valley Mountain Hut Tour: stage 7

The Sellrain Valley Mountain Hut Tour – the Inn Valley loop