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Felt 4°

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Current weather

Äussere Gelenkscharte

2677 m s.l.m.

93% Humidity

SSE 11 km/h Weak Gusts 13 km/h

0% Rain chance

3970 m Freezing level

05:09 Sunrise

16:54 Sunset

7-day trend

max temp. min temp. mm of rain %chance of rain

Weather Äussere Gelenkscharte: Weather forecast for Wednesday

Time Forecast Temperature

Temp.

(mm)

(km/h)

% Rel 0°C Altitude (m)

17:00

7° Felt 4°

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11 km/h SSE · Weak Gusts 13

Humidity93%

0°C3970m

18:00

6° Felt 3°

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12 km/h SSE · Moderate Gusts 10

Humidity97%

0°C3990m

19:00

6° Felt 3°

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11 km/h SSE · Weak Gusts 10

Humidity92%

0°C3960m

20:00

5° Felt 1°

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12 km/h SSE · Moderate Gusts 13

Humidity92%

0°C3950m

21:00

4° Felt 1°

—

12 km/h SSE · Moderate Gusts 16

Humidity92%

0°C3930m

22:00

4° Felt 1°

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11 km/h SSE · Weak Gusts 16

Humidity84%

0°C3940m

23:00

4° Felt 1°

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8 km/h SSE · Weak Gusts 16

Humidity76%

0°C3940m

00:00

4° Felt 1°

—

6 km/h SSE · Weak Gusts 16

Humidity70%

0°C3930m

01:00

4° Felt 1°

—

4 km/h SE · Weak Gusts 14

Humidity69%

0°C3940m

Last update: 30 September 2026 12:32

Air quality and pollen counts for Äussere Gelenkscharte

Average Daily Values
PM₁₀ (μg/m³)	PM_2.5 (μg/m³)	CO (μg/m³)	Alder (Grains/m³)	Birch (Grains/m³)	Grasses (Grains/m³)	Mugwort (Grains/m³)	Olive (Grains/m³)	Ragweed (Grains/m³)	AQI (EU)
13.4Very Good	10.6Good	126Good	0Absent	0Absent	0.2Not Significant	0.7Low	0Absent	0Absent	32Fair

Discovering Äussere Gelenkscharte

Located at approximately 2,714 meters in the Ahrntal (Aurina Valley), the Äußere Gelenkscharte is one of the most spectacular and remote mountain passes in the Rieserfernergruppe range. Nestled within the Naturpark Rieserferner-Ahrn, this alpine saddle is a coveted destination for experienced hikers and mountaineers seeking untouched landscapes and absolute silence.

There is no standard hiking trail to reach Äußere Gelenkscharte: access is via high-altitude routes, often unmarked, requiring excellent physical condition, mountain experience, and technical gear. Ascents typically begin from areas like Weissenbach, passing through Tratter Alm and Göge Alm, crossing alpine terrain rich in rare flora and offering chances to spot ibex, marmots, and golden eagles.

From a naturalistic perspective, the area features residual glaciers, steep rock faces, and glacial valleys, showcasing the raw power of nature. The nature park, established in 1988, is one of South Tyrol’s largest protected areas and borders the Hohe Tauern National Park.

Culturally, the region preserves traces of ancient settlements and transhumance routes. Near Schöllberg Göge, archaeologists have discovered prehistoric artifacts, including wooden ritual objects that remain under study.

Äußere Gelenkscharte is ideal for those seeking challenging alpine hikes, wild nature, and authentic mountain experiences. A place where time stands still and every step reconnects you with the essence of the Dolomites.