Via ferrata in the Stubai - Tyrol from above
6 days from 1055 € per participant
Guaranteed departure from 5 people
AUVF01 
Maximum altitude 2700 m
Stamina level : 3 
Direct train from Paris Pros
- Austrian hospitality, comfy accomodation
- Ambitious and varied itineraries
- Easy access: get off the Paris - Milano TGV in Oulx (Cesana), followed by minibus transfer
- No worries: our minibus is used to get around and about during the entire trip; if you've rented gear it'll be handed over at the start of the trip
- No booking fees
In a nutshell
When you think of Tyrol, you might well think of half-litre tankards of beer, immaculate chalets surrounded by scissors cut lawns, onion dome churches and yodellers on every street corner ? Well, it’s exactly that (a part from the yodellers, let’s not overdo it). In Tyrol, even the piles of manure are first clean. We take you to experience the Alps in a cosy way, in a place where all is order and beauty, luxury and pleasure*; the Alps that you've dreamt of as a child eating hobnobs or drinking tang whilst watching Heidi or Belle and Sebastian #therealknow. We explore the most beautiful via ferratas in the area, before rewarding ourselves with an strüdel or a hot chocolate, followed by a sausage. Simply a great experience. Some essential vocabulary you need to know: Bier, Wurst, Weißwein, Sauerkraut. Bis bald !
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You're a group of friends, family or just colleagues ? You wish to customize a trip, do a trip among yourselves at your own convenience ? Contact us and we will tailorize a great adventure together. Our trips are all home made and we can easily adapt them.
Day to day
Day 1 - Kreuzjoch
Get together at Fulpmes, gear hand-over and check, then we catch the cable car to reach the start of the Kreuzjoch via ferrata, ideal to warm up with various possible routes offering different levels of difficulty. Return back to the valley and get set up at our accommodation for the week.
Approach & return: 55 min (excluding cable car)
Ascent/descent: +/- 250 m (including 110 metres on the via ferrata)
Meals included: breakfast, picnic and dinner
Accomodation included: hotel
Day 2 - Elferkofel
Approach by cable car to a beautiful route on a ridge just above the Stubai Valley, on the Elferkofel via ferrata. If you’re in for it, you can continue onto a second via ferrata, the Elfernordwand !
Approach & return: 3 hrs (excluding cable car)
Ascent/descent: +/- 950 m (including 280 metres of via ferrata)
Meals included: breakfast, picnic and dinner
Accomodation included: hotel
Day 3 - Ilmspitze
We walk up the unspoilt neighbouring valley to make the most of the Ilmspitze via ferrata. A full day in the mountains in a stunning dolomitic atmosphere guaranteed on this beautiful limestone tower.
Approach & return: 7 hrs
Ascent/descent: +/- 1650 m (including 300 metres on the via ferrata)
Meals included: breakfast, picnic and dinner
Accomodation included: hotel
Day 4 - Schlicker
We take the cable car from Fulpmes today for a via that stands among the most beautiful in Austria: the Schlicker (aka Ochsenwand). Stunning atmosphere on the ridge and a 360° view !
Approach & return: 4 hrs (excluding cable car)
Ascent/descent: +/- 1000 m (including 700 metres on the via ferrata)
Meals included: breakfast, picnic and dinner
Accomodation included: hotel
Day 5 - Lustige Bergler Steig
A change of scenery as we take the road and head to Lustig Bergler Steig (literally: the joyful mountain). A less demanding via than the previous days, closer to an adventure trail, but offering an absolutely fantastic panorama. Possibility to return to Innsbrück to visit this beautiful little town.
Approach & return: 5 hrs
Ascent/descent: +/- 1500 m (including 450 metres on the via ferrata)
Meals included: breakfast, picnic and dinner
Accomodation included: hotel
Day 6 - Peter Koffler
We descend into the Brenner Valley for one last via ferrata before heading back on the Peter Koffler path boasting a bucolic environment and a beautiful view of the valley. The perfect way to end the trip.
Approach & return: 1 hr
Ascent/descent: +/- 450 m (including 300 metres on the via ferrata)
Meals included: breakfast and picnic
Please note this itinerary is an example of a via ferrata trip in Stubaital, Tyrol, Austria. The guide may adjust certain itineraries according to weather and snow conditions, and/or participants' abilities, or adapt itineraries. We kindly ask you to respect such decision. We may also change accomodation, maintaining identical standards, according to logistics and availabilities.
Meeting and leaving
Meeting points
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Briançon in front of the Train Station
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Fulpmes im Stubai, Autriche - in front of the Tourist Office (Tourismusverband) - Fulpmes im Stubai, Austria
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Get together - practical information
Please wear your outdoor clothes on day 1.
We always do our best, but we can't guarantee the exact time of arrival at the train station (due to traffic or weather conditions). Therefore we strongly recommend you to buy train tickets that can easily be modified. If you're travelling by car, we'll meet you at the one of the indicated meeting points, or at one of the drop of points where you'll be able to leave your car during the entire trip.
Access
Train & TGV access: www.voyages-sncf.com
Car access: www.mappy.fr
Car sharing: www.blablacar.fr
Parking
Public parking free of charge can be found in Briançon and Oulx (both unattended) or just in front of our accommodation.
How technical does it get ? How fit should I be ?
Skill level
We progress on ridges, climb up chimneys and other steep terrain independantly. Some sections are technical and demanding.
Stamina level
You should be used to outdoors' sports and do endurance sports on a regular basis.
Good to know: If you haven't got the level required, the guide will be able to ask you to leave for the well-being of the rest of the group. If any doubt, please do not hesitate to ask us!
Group size
5 to 7 participants
Guiding
You'll be led by one of our mountain guides.
All AZIMUT mountain guides are certified. We choose them for their sympathy, their teaching and organisational skills. We stay tuned in, work hands in hands, and make sure their working conditions are the best.
Meet our guides and instructors just around the corner
Daypack
Bring a small day pack large enough to carry your personal belongings for the day such as (extra) layers, a few snacks, your picnic and security equipment.
Pricing
The price includes
- Trip arrangements & organisation upon arrival
- Minibus transfers upon arrival at one of the indicated meeting points
- 5 nights accommodation on half-board basis and picnics for 6 days
- Safety & rescue equipment training/reviewing
- Certified and expert mountain guide services for 6 days (including all his expenses: meals, accommodation, transportation, ski lift fares)
The price does not include
- Transportation to/from the meeting point
- Gear rental if required
- Personal insurance
- Drinks (including those with meals at the hotel), personal extras, and any other expenses not mentioned under the above section “the price includes”
Payment
A 30% deposit, as well as the insurance cost if you choose to subscribe the latter, is required to secure your booking. You will receive a reminder email 35 days prior to departure for the outstanding balance due latest 30 days prior to departure.
Insurance
We strongly recommend you to be properly insured for the chosen activity. You should be covered for medical expenses, personal accident & liabilité, third party risks and rescue (helicopter), as well as trip cancellation or curtailment.
Repatriation and research insurance are mandatory when booking a trip with Azimut. We have a full range of insurances on offer to suit the trip you select and the risks that it may incur.
Tipping
Tipping is no obligation. However participants usually hand round an envelope for those who wish to tip the guide.
Getting around
Azimut's minibus is used throughout the whole trip. Not only does this make the trip easier, but it also makes it more pleasant and open: we can chat, sleep and listen to our own music !
Accommodation & meals
During the trip
- Depending on the size of group, you may share a room with someone of the opposite sex
- Half board in a gite, shared showers and toilets. Bed sheets, linnen and towels supplied.
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner: we have breakfasts and dinners at the gite, and provide picnics for lunch. Picnics consist of good quality products including charcuterie, cheese, bread, a chocolate bar and a piece of fruit or a compote
- Snacks: to boost your energy we've chosen to provide Mulebar, tasty and great quality cereal bars
Before & after ski touring trips
Once we've received your booking, we'll provide you with a list of accommodation in case you need to book a night before or after the trip. All accommodation listed is close to the meeting points. You may often benefit from preferential rates.
Phone & WiFi
In case of emergency or delay, you can either contact your guide (a phone number will be provided before departure) or contact Azimut on: (+ 33) 04 92 23 07 24.
Please inform your friends and family with these details before departure.
Wifi is free of charge in our accommodation.
Good mobile & 4G coverage.
Equipment - clothing & gear
Make sure to wear bright colours, it's good for the soul and gives photos a funky edge !
Technical gear
- Harness, helmet, via ferrata set
- 35/40 liter backpack with hip belt
If you don't have the adequate equipment for the trip, don’t worry and travel light: we rent out the required gear and hand it over at the start of the trip ! Our equipment is relatively new, if not brand new, of good quality and adapted to your choice of activity.
| Via ferrata kit (harnes, helmet, lunges) | € 50 |
Clothes
This list of clothes is designed to give you an idea of clothes it may be a good to have with you. By no means do you need to have the latest brands or the latest gear, but if you need to renew your wardrobe, this guide would be a good start. Always have in mind that good, comfortable, light and warm gear contributes to the success of a trip !
Headwear
- Light hat or buff
- Light cap for approach walks
- Sunglasses: photochromic glasses adapt to light intensity, varying from factor 2 to 4, and optimize visibility between sun and shade. Very useful.
Bodywear
- Upper layer: light fleece jacket
- Outer layer: jacket with a breathable waterproof membrane (Goretex type), light and compact so it doesn't take up too much space in your backpack
- Bottom layer: hiking or mountaineering trousers (softshell type fabric)
- Hands: light gloves (such as cycling gloves)
A tip: merino wool is breathable and has anti-bacterial properties and is therefore less likely to smell as opposed to synthetic fabrics. Take this into consideration if you need to update your wardrobe.
Footwear
- Hiking socks
- Light and comfortable hiking boots
Odds & ends
- a 1 litre flask (thermos or Camelback)
- a pocket knife
- factor 50 suncream
- a duffle bag holding up to 90 litres to leave at the hotel or in a vehicle. No suitcases.
- headlamp and spare batteries
Toiletries and first aid kit
- Personal toilet bag
- To make your a first aid kit, please find all information on Ifremont's website.
In partnership with
Our guides use the following brands for their gear and you'll have the opportunity to test them during the trip:
And last but not least...
Don't forget to
- Leave contact details with your friends and family
- Bring your papers and I.D. (passport and visa if necessary)
- Bring your contract number and documents related to your insurance (if you've chosen not to have insure coverage with us)
- Bring your “carte vitale” and your European health card (EU member states) - if you don't have one you can order one for free online www.ameli.fr
- Check that you have the right equipment
- Take spare batteries and a charger for your electronic devices (camera, video recorder, tracking devices etc)
- Bring some cash and your credit card
- Bring a delicacy from your home country or area to share with the group
- Leave in a good frame of mind: we're going to have a great time even if we may not happen to not make it to the summit !
- Before leaving: water the plants, empty the rubbish bin, turn off the water and gas, and tell your partner that you're going to have a great time (not by text message), that you've well deserved it... If you don't follow the latter recommendation, you'll may kick yourself when you get back !
We look forward to seeing you very soon !
Have great fun with AZIMUT !