Habicher See: A Tranquil Alpine Retreat
Escape to the serene beauty of Habicher See in Austria's Ötztal Valley, a perfect hiking destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers.
Habicher See, nestled in Austria's Ötztal Valley near Oetz, is a picturesque hiking area offering a serene escape into nature. Surrounded by mountains and lush greenery, its tranquil waters and well-maintained trails provide an idyllic setting for relaxation, photography, and outdoor adventures.
A brief summary to Habicher See
- Oetz, AT
Local tips
- Visit early in the morning or late in the afternoon for the best light and fewer crowds.
- Bring a packed lunch to enjoy a picnic by the lake while soaking in the views.
- Wear sturdy hiking shoes, as some trails can be steep and rocky.
- Don't forget your camera – the scenery is breathtaking and perfect for capturing memorable moments.
- Check the weather before your visit, as conditions can change rapidly in the mountains.
Getting There
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Car
From the center of Oetz, drive north on the B186 road towards the Ötztal valley. After approximately 1.5 km, look for signs for Habicher See and turn left onto the access road. Follow this road to the parking area near the lake. Parking fees may apply.
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Public Transport
Take a bus from Ötztal Bahnhof to Oetz. From the Oetz bus station, take a bus towards Sölden. After about 10 minutes, get off at the bus stop near Habicher See. From the bus stop, follow the signs leading to the lake, which is approximately a 15-minute walk uphill. A single bus fare from Oetz to Habicher See is approximately €3-5.
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Walking
From the center of Oetz, follow the marked hiking trail towards Habicher See. The trail is approximately 4 km long and takes about 1 to 1.5 hours to reach the lake. Ensure you wear appropriate hiking gear and carry water.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Wellerbrücke
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Restaurant on Piburger lake
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All-Suite Resort Ötztal
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Explorer Hotel Ötztal
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Erlanger Hütte
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Klettersteig Stuibenfall
7.2 km
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Hotel Tauferberg
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Winkelbergsee
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Camping Ötztal Längenfeld
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Ötztal Tourismus - Information Längenfeld
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Marias Alm
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Giggijochbahn Bergstation
24.0 km
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Area 47 Snowpark Sölden
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Almwirtschaft Gampe Thaya
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GIGGI Tenne
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Unmissable attractions to see
WIDIVERSUM HOCHOETZ
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Kids Park
1.6 km
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Kluft
1.8 km
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Mühle Piburg
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Widiversum
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Ötzi-Dorf - archäologischer Freilichtpark
6.4 km
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Greifvogelpark Umhausen
6.4 km
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AREA 47 - Tirol
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Wake AREA (AREA 47)
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Stuibenfall
7.4 km
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Haiminger Kreuz
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Ötztaler home and open-air museum
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Adlerblick
12.5 km
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Otztal
13.4 km
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Aqua Dome
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Essential places to dine
Gasthaus Seehäusl
1.2 km
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Carinas Grill
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Gipfelstube Oetz
2.1 km
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Cafe Heiner
2.1 km
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Restaurant Achwirt in Oetz (feelfree - Achstüberl)
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Gasthaus Blaue Goas
2.1 km
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Neue Bielefelder Hütte
3.2 km
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Acherberg Alm
3.4 km
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Restaurant Panorama
3.6 km
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Kuhtaile Alm
4.0 km
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Balbach Alm
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Gasthof Andreas Hofer
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Ötztalerei Café - Burgerbar - Eiswerkstatt
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Gasthof Krone Umhausen e.U.
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Kneipp-Häusl
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
SPAR
1.8 km
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Armelen Hof Hofladen
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RIML SPORTS Outlet Oetz
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MALISPORT Gmbh - Zentrum OETZ
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Plangger DELIKATESSEN Oetz
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Feelfree Nature Resort
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Bike Center Ötztal
2.1 km
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KiK Oetz
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Seifenmanufaktur Neururer GmbH
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Ötztaler Schafwollzentrum - Regensburger GmbH
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MYALPS Ötztal
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xDreamlite GmbH
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RENO Ötztal-Bahnhof
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dm drogerie markt
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
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MYALPS Tirol
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Gasthof Hotel Burkert
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Botanik Bar & Bistro
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Argentinian BBQ
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Oilers69 - American Diner in Haiming in Tirol
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Area47 Beach Bar
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Alpengasthof Köfels
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Gasthaus Wurzbergalm
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Rutsche Pub - Bar
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Naturhotel Waldklause
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Greenvieh
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Nisslalm
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