Kreuzjoch

Kreuzjoch is an out-and-back trail, 0.8 miles each way (1.6 miles round trip) in Tyrol, Austria, inside Ruhegebiet Stubaier Alpen. It runs between about 6,810 ft and 8,660 ft above sea level, with roughly 2,010 ft of climbing one way. It is alpine hiking on rough, exposed ground where you may need your hands for balance; it is for experienced hikers. Most of the way is dirt. The nearest town is Niederthai, about 1.3 miles east of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Mahdebene, Brand and Nederkogel. Stuibenfall is within about 3 miles. For camping, Ötztal Camping Umhausen and Camping Ötztal Längenfeld are within about 6 miles. There are 11 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the route shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Trails, access rules and conditions change, so check locally before you go.