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Felt 5°

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Current weather

Äussere Gelenkscharte

2677 m s.l.m.

73% Humidity

NW 6 km/h Weak Gusts 18 km/h

98% Rain chance 1 mm

3430 m Freezing level

03:37 Sunrise

19:00 Sunset

7-day trend

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

Weather Äussere Gelenkscharte: Weather forecast for Sunday

Time Forecast Temperature

Temp.

(mm)

(km/h)

% Rel 0°C Altitude (m)

08:00

7° Felt 5°

—

6 km/h NW · Weak Gusts 18

Humidity73%

0°C3430m

09:00

7° Felt 4°

—

9 km/h NW · Weak Gusts 25

Humidity81%

0°C3470m

10:00

6° Felt 4°

—

10 km/h NW · Weak Gusts 37

Humidity92%

0°C3470m

11:00

7° Felt 4°

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15 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 41

Humidity87%

0°C3430m

12:00

4° Felt 0°

1.1 mm

12 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 43

Humidity90%

0°C3130m

13:00

6° Felt 2°

0.1 mm

14 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 37

Humidity86%

0°C3330m

14:00

7° Felt 2°

—

20 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 48

Humidity83%

0°C3390m

15:00

7° Felt 2°

—

22 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 51

Humidity84%

0°C3390m

16:00

6° Felt 2°

—

23 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 50

Humidity86%

0°C3340m

17:00

6° Felt 1°

—

20 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 51

Humidity91%

0°C3270m

18:00

5° Felt 1°

—

18 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 48

Humidity94%

0°C3260m

19:00

4° Felt 0°

—

14 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 47

Humidity97%

0°C3310m

20:00

3° Felt 0°

—

9 km/h NNW · Weak Gusts 44

Humidity99%

0°C3470m

21:00

3° Felt 0°

—

8 km/h NNW · Weak Gusts 44

Humidity100%

0°C3560m

22:00

3° Felt 0°

—

6 km/h N · Weak Gusts 42

Humidity95%

0°C3500m

23:00

3° Felt 0°

—

5 km/h N · Weak Gusts 38

Humidity87%

0°C3450m

00:00

3° Felt 0°

—

5 km/h NNE · Weak Gusts 34

Humidity80%

0°C3440m

01:00

3° Felt 0°

—

5 km/h NNE · Weak Gusts 32

Humidity74%

0°C3430m

Last update: 19 July 2026 06:32

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)
3.5Very Good	3.2Very Good	104Good	0Absent	0Absent	6.2Low	0Absent	0Absent	0Absent	26Fair

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.