Samnaun Dorf - Motta Saltuorn - Val Motnaida (W6)

Medium
5.6 km
1:45 h
302 mhd
302 mhd
Schlittelbahn
Samnaun Dorf

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Samnaun Dorf - Motta Saltuorn - Val Motnaida (W6) (oua_12659407_aa94f98_profile)

Ascent through the pine forest to the viewpoint above the Val Motnaida.

Technique 3/6
Fitness 3/6
Highest Point  2144 m
Lowest Point  1842 m
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Start
PostBus stop Samnaun-Dorf Post
Destination
PostBus stop Samnaun-Dorf Post
Coordinates
46.94269, 10.362033

Details

Description

The hike starts at the Votlas parking lot in Samnaun Dorf and leads gently uphill through the Inner forest. Through the snow-covered pines there are repeated views of the Samnaun valley. From the forester's hut Motta Saltuorn, continue to the viewpoint above the Val Motnaida, where there is a view of Samnaun Dorf as well as Piz Ot and Piz Rots. Return by the same route to Samnaun Dorf. The path is also used as a sledding route; sleds can be rented in the sports shops.

Safety Note

The path is prepared after every snowfall. Please check the reports at the condition report. The route was rated under favourable weather conditions; current snow and weather conditions must be checked before starting.


Warning: The entire path is also a sledding route.


Emergency numbers:
144   emergency call, first aid
1414 mountain rescue REGA
112   international emergency call

Equipment

High and sturdy hiking boots or winter boots, warm clothing, sun protection, hiking poles, if needed: sled for the descent.

Directions


  • Start at the Votlas parking lot in Samnaun Dorf

  • Follow the path through the Inner forest

  • From the forester's hut Motta Saltuorn continue to the viewpoint

  • Return route same as outbound

Directions

Public Transport



  • Hourly train service with the Rhaetian Railway (from Chur, Landquart/Prättigau or from the Upper Engadin) to Scuol-Tarasp station




  • Continue by PostBus (from Scuol-Tarasp, or Martina, Cunfin) hourly to PostBus stop Samnaun Dorf Post




  • In Samnaun, hourly daytime service with the Samnaun bus



Travel Information


  • From the north: via Landquart – Klosters by car shuttle through the Vereina tunnel (Selfranga - Sagliains). Then on the H27 towards Scuol and Martina to Vinadi. From the Vinadi junction to Samnaun (approx. 1 hour from Vereina south portal)

  • From the east: via Inn Valley road B180 through Landeck to Pfunds, turnoff Kajetansbrücke and via Spiss to Samnaun.

  • From the south: via Reschenpass (Nauders) on B180 to Pfunds, turnoff Kajetansbrücke and via Spiss to Samnaun.


Please note: When traveling to Samnaun, you need a valid travel document (passport, ID), as you will pass customs at Martina or Spissermühle.

Parking

Free parking in Samnaun Dorf at the Votlas parking lot

Responsible for this content: Tourism Engadin Scuol Samnaun Val Müstair AG.

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