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Felt 6°

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Current weather

Äussere Gelenkscharte

2677 m s.l.m.

74% Humidity

NNW 12 km/h Weak Gusts 33 km/h

100% Rain chance 4 mm

3760 m Freezing level

04:12 Sunrise

18:20 Sunset

7-day trend

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

Weather Äussere Gelenkscharte: Weather forecast for Monday

Time Forecast Temperature

Temp.

(mm)

(km/h)

% Rel 0°C Altitude (m)

12:00

9° Felt 6°

0.5 mm

12 km/h NNW · Weak Gusts 33

Humidity74%

0°C3760m

13:00

9° Felt 5°

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16 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 31

Humidity79%

0°C3660m

14:00

8° Felt 5°

0.2 mm

17 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 31

Humidity87%

0°C3740m

15:00

7° Felt 4°

1.2 mm

14 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 36

Humidity95%

0°C3650m

16:00

6° Felt 2°

0.1 mm

24 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 58

Humidity91%

0°C3530m

17:00

5° Felt 1°

0.9 mm

24 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 57

Humidity99%

0°C3480m

18:00

5° Felt -1°

—

28 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 67

Humidity100%

0°C3410m

19:00

4° Felt -2°

—

34 km/h NNW · Strong Gusts 80

Humidity100%

0°C3300m

20:00

4° Felt -2°

—

29 km/h NNW · Strong Gusts 79

Humidity97%

0°C3220m

21:00

4° Felt -1°

—

25 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 71

Humidity98%

0°C3210m

22:00

4° Felt -0°

0.2 mm

21 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 63

Humidity100%

0°C3280m

23:00

4° Felt -1°

—

21 km/h NNW · Moderate Gusts 59

Humidity100%

0°C3190m

00:00

4° Felt -1°

—

22 km/h NW · Moderate Gusts 59

Humidity100%

0°C3180m

01:00

3° Felt -1°

—

19 km/h NW · Moderate Gusts 56

Humidity98%

0°C3150m

Last update: 17 August 2026 12:33

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)
4.5Very Good	4Very Good	126Good	0Absent	0Absent	0.7Low	0.1Low	0Absent	0Absent	29Fair

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.