This special tour combines nature, history and art, taking you in the footsteps of an extraordinary fossil. Along the way, varied landscapes, fascinating insights into the history of the Earth and beautiful views around Olang await you.
One of the highlights of the hike is the Acht Kirchen viewpoint: from here, you can enjoy a wonderful view of the Kühwiesenkopf, where the fossil of Megachirella wachtleri was discovered. In autumn 2026, the tour will be enriched by an additional artistic feature: together with artist Marco Martalar, an impressive wooden sculpture in the shape of a lizard’s head will be created. It will make the connection to Megachirella wachtleri visible in a special way and add an artistic link to the story of this unique discovery.
Refreshment stops:
Messnerwirt's Bar und Stuben (directly at the start and finish point)
Café Bar Pfiff (directly at the start and finish point)
Drinking water:
Fountain "Kirchgasse" at Oberolang (directly at the start and finish point)
Fountain next to the pavillon in Oberolang (approx. 400 m after the start)
Fountain in the Kids World at Oberolang (approx. 700 m after the start)
Fountain at the football field in Oberolang (approx. 2 km after the start)
