Großer Ötscher Summit
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Via the Riffelsattel and the Ötscherschutzhaus to the iconic mountain of the Ybbstal Alps. The fastest way to the summit.
Via the Riffelsattel and the Ötscherschutzhaus to the iconic mountain of the Ybbstal Alps. The fastest way to the summit.
The hiking trail to the Riffelsattel and Ötscherschutzhaus runs through the forest and repeatedly crosses the ski slope. From the summit station of the chair lift, a single trail on rocky terrain leads steadily uphill to the Ötscher plateau, past the Hüttenkogel.
The reward is a magnificent 360° view of the surrounding mountains and the Alpine foothills.
High-alpine terrain!
1. Please avoid the trails during nighttime and twilight hours (when animals are foraging).
2. Remain calm and mindful; avoid contact with grazing livestock.
3. Be considerate of the flora and fauna, and treat the people working here, nature, and the animals with respect.
4. Pay attention to general warning signs (e.g., “Restricted Area” signs). Observe fences and close gates behind you.
5. Exercise caution during extreme weather; seek shelter or turn back if necessary.
6. Please take your trash with you when you leave.
Trail running shoes, possibly trail running poles. Trail running backpack with snacks and a first-aid kit, emergency blanket, cell phone, and protection from rain and sun.
Trail 3b is a bit shorter and starts at the Ötscherschutzhaus: Take the chair lift to get there.
Ybbstaler Alps Tourism Association
Göstling 46/2
3345 Göstling on the Ybbs
www.ybbstaler-alpen.at/trailrunning
info@ybbstaler-alpen.at
43-5-93049
Letzte Änderung: 4 Aug 2026