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Description
The Pitztal valley is criss-crossed by a small river where you can make wonderful observations of White-throated Dipper, Grey Wagtail, Crag Martin and Common Sandpiper. All year round you can see species around the valley like Bearded Vulture flying over the valley and Nutcracker, Grey-headed Woodpecker, Golden Eagle and Black Woodpecker. On top the Pitztaler Glacier you can find species like Alpine Accentor, White-winged Snowfinch, Yellow-billed Chough and Rock Ptarmigan.
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The Pitztal is located 70 km southwest of Innsbruck. You can explore the vally by car and the slopes of the forest on foot. In the towns you can park and then watch birds. From the town of Mittelberg you can take the train which goes through the mountain on top of the Pitztal Glacier. From there you can explore the area on foot. Or you can take the lift up to a restaurant.