E BIKE - HIKE - CLIMB Rosskopf round 1600 hm!

The tour begins with the ascent via the Kühtai High Alpine Road, a route well-known and infamous among cyclists, as it's part of the renowned Ötztal Cycle Marathon. At the bus stop, turn off in the direction of Klingenburg, continue towards Ötzerberg, and follow the gravel road to the Acherberg Alm. This is a great spot for a first break. The sunny terrace offers stunning panoramic views and is perfect for recharging your energy.

From here, continue by bike to the Panoramic Restaurant Hochoetz, where your bike can be securely parked. The hike to the Rosskopf via ferrata begins here. Follow the well-marked trail toward the Schäfer Kreuz. From here cross, an old sheep trail towards the via ferrata entrance. Helmets are mandatory on this section.

Now the alpine highlight of the tour begins: the Rosskopf via ferrata runs along the impressive northern face of the 2,399 m Rosskopf summit, offering a spectacular panoramic view over the Ötztal valley. The route is mostly rated B to B/C, with a short section rated C. It features a variety of exciting segments, including slabs, short steep climbs, and exposed ridge crossings. Surefootedness and a head for heights are essential.

About halfway along the route, a bench on a wide rock plateau invites you to take a short break with a view. The ferrata ends just below the summit. The return route leads down the southern slope of the Rosskopf via a marked hiking trail back to the top station of the Acherkogel cable car (approx. 1 hour walking time, 390 m descent).

If you haven’t already taken a break at the Bielefelder Hütte, you’ll now have the chance to stop at the Panoramic Restaurant, or along the route at the Kühthaile Alm or Balbachalm. Before heading back into the valley by bike, it's advisable to check your brakes. The descent follows a wide forest road to Ochsengarten, then continues on the Kühtai road back to Oetz.