Amberger Hut – Wannenbach Bridge loop from Amberger Hütte

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Amberger Hut – Wannenbach Bridge loop from Amberger Hütte

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Amberger Hut – Wannenbach Bridge loop from Amberger Hütte

06:09

13.5km

960m

Mountaineering

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Last updated: September 9, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that is highly dangerous

A part of this route comprises highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 6.82 km for 18 m

Waypoints

Start point

Alpine Hut

Get Directions

32 m

Amberger Hut

Highlight • Mountain Hut

The Amberger Hut (2,136 meters) is located at the foot of the Schrankogel (3,499 meters) in the Stubai Alps. Its unique location makes it a perfect destination for your bike tour.

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55 m

Wannenbach Bridge

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Bridge over the Wannenbach. Beautiful view of the valley towards the Amberger Hütte and up the valley to the Sulztalferner.

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5.48 km

Panoramic View of the Sulztalferner Glacier

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5.64 km

The Sulztalferner is one of the largest glaciers in the Ötztal. The crossing is a unique experience, but only very experienced hikers should walk the path without a guide. Ice ax, crampons and ropes are mandatory anyway.

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6.74 km

Glacial Lake With View of Hochstubaihütte

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From the Wütenkarsattel you have a wonderful view over the glacier of the same name to the Hochstubaihütte and a bright blue mountain or glacial lake.

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12.5 km

Sulztal Valley and View of Amberger Hütte

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Picturesque high valley. Beautiful view of the Amberger Hütte and the surrounding mountains.

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13.5 km

End point

Alpine Hut

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.44 km

5.89 km

1.11 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.29 km

4.79 km

1.39 km

Elevation

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Highest point (3,090 m)

Lowest point (2,120 m)

Weather

Tuesday 13 October

3°C

-2°C

23 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 7.0 km/h

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Comments

July 13, 2022,Ötztal Trek 2022 Tag 4 - Über den Sulztalferner und den Wütenkarferner zur Hochstubaihütte (3174m)

Even if yesterday's additional day was exhausting with the summit luck on the Schrankogel, the effort was definitely worth it due to the unique view!

The backpack feels a bit different on today's 4th day. The rope and the personal glacier equipment put pressure on your shoulders, but not on your mind. It's another beautiful summer morning with pleasant temperatures …

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