Fendels is a Tyrolean village situated at an altitude of approximately 1,350 meters above the Inn Valley, within the Glockturm Ridge of the Ötztal Alps. This location provides a high mountain environment with clear air and intact nature, characterized by tremendous mountains and views. The region offers diverse terrain suitable for several sports like hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more. Natural features such as waterfalls, gorges, and larch meadows contribute to the varied landscape of Fendels.
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4.6
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People visited

5.0
(13)
465
riders
54.7km
03:25
1,550m
1,550m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.8
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343
riders
65.2km
03:28
1,030m
1,030m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.5
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252
riders
51.7km
02:50
1,080m
1,080m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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164
riders
32.9km
01:51
720m
720m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.7
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204
hikers
7.43km
02:36
380m
380m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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21
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10.5km
04:00
420m
730m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.6
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302
hikers
10.5km
03:36
580m
580m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
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281
hikers
12.2km
04:26
430m
430m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.6
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370
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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87
riders
9.20km
00:49
290m
290m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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32
riders
36.4km
03:44
1,400m
1,400m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2.3
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39
riders
25.6km
02:29
1,060m
1,060m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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157
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

73
runners
28.0km
05:10
2,070m
2,070m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
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39
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
runners
5.63km
00:36
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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481
riders
65.6km
04:43
1,100m
1,100m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
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68
riders
29.6km
03:09
1,170m
1,170m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.5
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47
riders
10.4km
01:16
540m
540m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.5
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40
riders
33.0km
03:04
1,050m
1,050m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.9
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55
hikers
16.2km
07:23
1,140m
1,140m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
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44
hikers
8.98km
03:07
490m
490m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

3.0
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16
hikers
21.4km
07:24
990m
990m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

13
hikers
11.6km
05:04
930m
930m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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5.0
(1)
27
riders
27.4km
02:48
890m
890m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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20
riders
70.8km
05:36
1,870m
1,870m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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22
riders
37.1km
02:57
1,200m
1,200m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
25.1km
02:34
980m
980m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Fendels is a Tyrolean village situated at approximately 1,350 meters above the Inn Valley. It is nestled within the Glockturm Ridge of the Ötztal Alps, offering a high mountain environment.
Fendels offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Road cycling, Mountain biking, and Touring cycling. The region features 41 routes across these sports, with an average rating of 4.59 stars from komoot users.
Yes, Fendels provides a wide array of hiking opportunities. Trails range from easy, family-friendly paths suitable for baby buggies to moderately difficult and challenging mountain tours. The region offers 32 hiking routes.
Fendels is home to several natural features, including impressive waterfalls like the Verpeil Waterfall and the Söllberg Waterfall. The Verpeil Gorge offers wild gorges and roaring waterfalls, and hikers can explore traditional larch meadows and mountain huts such as Fendler Alm.
Yes, Fendels offers mountain biking routes, including the challenging Wildbachtrail which descends from Fendels to Ried. This trail features a 30-meter-long suspension bridge over the Fendler Bach gorge. Bike transport is available via the Ried-Fendels gondola.
Fendels provides routes for road cycling, mountain biking, and touring cycling. Road cycling routes include uphill climbs from Pfunds with views over the Inn Valley, while touring cycling options cater to various fitness levels with both paved and unpaved segments. More information can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Fendels guide.
Fendels is considered family-friendly, particularly the Summer Mountain Fendels area. It features a large playground, a mountain restaurant at Sattelklause, and various attractions for children. Easy hiking trails are also available, some suitable for baby buggies.
Komoot offers several guides for Fendels, including Hiking around Fendels, Road Cycling Routes around Fendels, and MTB Trails around Fendels. Additional guides cover touring cycling, running, gravel biking, and mountain hikes.
Fendels is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 63,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The region's 41 routes have received an average rating of 4.59 out of 5 stars from over 6,700 ratings.
The Fendels region generally welcomes dogs on trails. However, it is advisable to check specific local regulations or trail signage for any restrictions, especially in protected areas or near livestock.
Fendels transforms seasonally, offering different activities. It operates as a summer mountain for hiking and cycling, and a winter ski resort. The availability of summer cable cars makes higher-altitude trails accessible during the warmer months.
The Fendels tourist information office can be reached by phone at +43 5472 6366. Further information is often available through the Kaunertal tourism website, as Fendels is part of the Kaunertal Glacier & Sommerberg Fendels area.

