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Sunday 23 August

Äussere Gelenkscharte

2677 m s.l.m.

S 16 km/h Moderate Gusts 67 km/h

23% Rain chance

04:20 Sunrise

18:10 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)

23:00

8° Felt 6°

—

10 km/h S · Weak Gusts 31

Humidity92%

0°C4260m

00:00

8° Felt 6°

—

10 km/h S · Weak Gusts 28

Humidity93%

0°C4280m

01:00

8° Felt 5°

—

9 km/h S · Weak Gusts 28

Humidity94%

0°C4260m

02:00

7° Felt 5°

—

9 km/h S · Weak Gusts 28

Humidity95%

0°C4230m

03:00

7° Felt 5°

—

9 km/h S · Weak Gusts 29

Humidity94%

0°C4210m

04:00

7° Felt 5°

—

9 km/h S · Weak Gusts 30

Humidity92%

0°C4220m

05:00

7° Felt 4°

—

10 km/h S · Weak Gusts 32

Humidity89%

0°C4240m

06:00

7° Felt 5°

—

11 km/h S · Weak Gusts 35

Humidity85%

0°C4250m

07:00

9° Felt 6°

—

12 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 41

Humidity78%

0°C4290m

08:00

10° Felt 7°

—

14 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 47

Humidity70%

0°C4320m

09:00

12° Felt 9°

—

15 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 53

Humidity64%

0°C4360m

10:00

13° Felt 10°

—

15 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 57

Humidity60%

0°C4280m

11:00

13° Felt 11°

—

16 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 61

Humidity58%

0°C4200m

12:00

14° Felt 11°

—

16 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 64

Humidity57%

0°C4120m

13:00

14° Felt 11°

—

16 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 66

Humidity56%

0°C4170m

14:00

14° Felt 11°

—

16 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 67

Humidity55%

0°C4220m

15:00

14° Felt 11°

—

15 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 67

Humidity56%

0°C4270m

16:00

13° Felt 10°

—

14 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 64

Humidity59%

0°C4250m

17:00

12° Felt 9°

—

13 km/h S · Moderate Gusts 60

Humidity63%

0°C4230m

18:00

11° Felt 8°

—

12 km/h S · Weak Gusts 57

Humidity67%

0°C4210m

19:00

11° Felt 8°

—

11 km/h S · Weak Gusts 53

Humidity70%

0°C4250m

20:00

10° Felt 7°

—

11 km/h S · Weak Gusts 50

Humidity73%

0°C4280m

21:00

9° Felt 7°

—

10 km/h S · Weak Gusts 49

Humidity76%

0°C4320m

22:00

9° Felt 6°

—

10 km/h S · Weak Gusts 50

Humidity78%

0°C4340m

23:00

9° Felt 6°

—

11 km/h S · Weak Gusts 54

Humidity80%

0°C4350m

00:00

8° Felt 5°

—

11 km/h S · Weak Gusts 59

Humidity82%

0°C4370m

01:00

8° Felt 5°

—

12 km/h S · Weak Gusts 65

Humidity84%

0°C4420m

Last update: 17 August 2026 12:33

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.