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Pestkapelle - Kraftquell Längenfeld

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    Photo: Ötztal Tourismus Büro Längenfeld, Ötztal
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    FISCHBACHBRÜCKE - Albin Egger Lienz Weg - PESTKAPELLE
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    Distance 1.1 km
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    37 m
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    If you don‘t feel well then this is the right place, it provides a feeling of deep peace and quiet. A place that gives comfort to all those in need of encouragement. Just like the locals back in the 17th century who came here to mourn for the victims of the plague. It was a must to bury them on this shore of the river, therefore a small Trinity Chapel was erected in 1661 amid the forest at Kropfbühel area. Locals call the precious little building Bichl Church or Plague Chapel.

    Closing your eyes you will feel the infinite strength coming from the red/white chapel. A place of silence where you refuel your energy.

    The atmosphere inside the chapel seems to be light-hearted. A bright white barrel vault towers above the golden high altar with many figurines and the huge side altar in Rococo style. The audience fully indulges in this magic setting where also choir, baroque and pop music open-air concerts are held.

    Author’s recommendation

    Take your time to look at the pictures of the artist Albin Egger (* 1868 - † 1926). These were created during his stays in Längenfeld.
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    Update: March 19, 2024
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    Asphalt 39.23%Dirt road 40.45%Forested/wild trail 5.56%Path 13.77%Road 0.94%
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    Safety information

    Easy hike; suitable for beginners and walkers. Please pay attention to the current weather report.

    Tips and suggestions

    More information about hiking can be found here

    Turn-by-turn directions

    From the Fischbach bridge in the center of Längenfeld, the Albin Egger Lienz path leads along the Fischbach to the mouth of the Ötztaler Ache. There the path continues for a short distance along the Ötztaler Ache to the small pedestrian bridge. After crossing it, the path leads through a sparse forest to the plague chapel.
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    Public transport

    Travel safe and comfortable with the train to the Ötztal Bahnhof train station. Last stop and exit point is the

    train station Ötztal Bahnhof. Afterwards you can travel smoothly and quick with the public transport or our local

    taxi companies through the valley to your desired destination. Please find the current bus timetable here:

    http://fahrplan.vvt.at

    Directions

    The car drive to the Ötztal valley. Situated in Tirol, the Ötztal valley set off in southerly direction and is the

    longest side valley in the Eastern Alps. The journey with the car leads you through the Inntal valley to the

    entrance of the valley and further on through the valley. Among the toll motorways you can also use the country

    roads. A route planner will show you the easiest and most convenient way: https://www.google.at/maps

    Parking

    The following parking options are available:
    • Sports center Längenfeld

    • Längenfeld town center (only a small number of parking spaces)

    Coordinates

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    47.073032, 10.970434
    DMS
    47°04'22.9"N 10°58'13.6"E
    UTM
    32T 649597 5215163
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    Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!

    Book recommendation by the author

    Map of Längenfeld

    Author’s map recommendations

    Map of Längenfeld

    Equipment

    Appropriate equipment such as breathable suitable outdoor clothes for the weather, ankle-high walking boots,

    wind-, rain- & sun protection, hat, possibly gloves, is for all hikes and tours necessary.

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    Difficulty
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    Overall difficulty
    easy

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    Distance
    1.1 km
    Duration
    0:20 h
    Ascent
    37 m
    Descent
    15 m
    Highest point
    1,204 m
    Lowest point
    1,168 m
    Cultural/historical interest Family-friendly Accessibility Suitable for strollers Linear route

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