Stuibenfall Travel Guide

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Experience the thrill of Tyrol's highest waterfall: hike over 700 steps, cross a suspension bridge, and witness the majestic Stuibenfall!

Stuibenfall, Tyrol's highest waterfall at 159 meters, is a breathtaking natural wonder near Umhausen. A thrilling hiking trail with over 700 steps, a suspension bridge, and viewing platforms offers stunning views of the cascading waters and surrounding Ötztal Valley.

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Getting there

Driving

From Innsbruck, take the A12 motorway and exit at Ötztal Bahnhof. Follow the Ötztal B-road to Umhausen, then follow the signs for Stuibenfall. Park at either the Bischoffsplatz car park (€5 per day, 7:00 am - 6:30 pm) or the Mure car park (free). From Bischoffsplatz, it's approximately a 40-minute walk to the base of the falls.

Public Transport

Take a train from Innsbruck to Ötztal Bahnhof. From there, take a bus to Umhausen. From Umhausen, it's approximately a 40-minute walk to the base of the falls from the bus stop. A single bus fare from Ötztal Bahnhof to Umhausen is approximately €4-6.

Walking

From the Bischoffsplatz car park in Umhausen, follow the forest trail behind the Restaurant Kneipphäusl. Continue until you reach the turnoff for Waalweg Arzwinkel. Follow this path until it merges with a gravel road. Keep right and follow the Horlachbach stream to the base of Stuibenfall. This walk takes approximately 40 minutes and is suitable for children and strollers.

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Stuibenfall, the largest waterfall in Tyrol, Austria, plunges an impressive 159 meters (522 feet) into the depths of the Ötztal Valley. This natural spectacle began around 9,800 years ago when a massive rockslide altered the course of the Horlachbach stream.The adventure to witness this natural wonder involves a memorable hike. The Stuibenfall Round Tour, starts at the Bischoffsplatz parking area and leads visitors up a well-maintained path. Prepare to ascend over 700 steps and cross an 80-meter-long suspension bridge that sways gently over the deep gorge. Along the way, five viewing platforms provide different perspectives of the falls and the surrounding landscape. For those seeking an adrenaline rush, a 450-meter via ferrata route allows you to climb alongside the cascading water with the necessary equipment and experience.Studies have shown that spending time near Stuibenfall can improve respiratory health, making it a refreshing and therapeutic experience. The falls are illuminated on Wednesday evenings, creating a magical atmosphere. In winter, Stuibenfall transforms into a frozen spectacle, with the water solidifying into icy formations.

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