Winter Walking

Winter walking in the Ötztal

Steep mountain faces, striking peaks and narrow, densely forested side valleys characterise the landscape of the Ötztal. Winter hikes far away from the hustle and bustle of the ski resorts reveal the romantic, unspoilt side of the valley.

We recommend it because:

  • 250 kilometres of groomed Winter Walking Trails from Haiming to Vent and Gurgl
  • A mountain backdrop featuring over 60 peaks over 3,000 metres and a variety of landscapes between the Ötztal Ache, high plateaus and side valleys
  • Family-friendly and leisure-oriented offers, including short village walks, circular routes around Piburger See and plenty of places to stop for refreshments

The top 3 winter hikes in Ötztal

Snowshoe trail to the Schönwieshütte

Through the Zirbenwald, past the Rotmoos waterfall to the Schönwieshütte. There, you can enjoy a cosy stop for refreshments after your Winter Walk.

Learn more: Snowshoe trail to the Schönwieshütte

Code of Conduct

Mountain railways in the Ötztal region

Over 360 kilometres of slopes across six Ski Resorts and two glacier areas, all at altitudes of up to 3,340 metres above sea level.

  • Hochoetz ski resort

    Opening status:closed
    Kilometres of slopes:41.0 kmAltitude:670 - 2,020 m
    • Easy slopes: 12.0 km
    • Intermediate slopes: 21.5 km
    • Expert Slopes: 4.0 km
    • Ski routes: 3.5 km
    Go to ski resort: Hochoetz ski resort

  • Umhausen-Niederthai ski resort

    Opening status:closed
    Kilometres of slopes:4.0 kmAltitude:1,530 - 1,680 m
    • Easy slopes: 3.0 km
    • Intermediate slopes: 1.0 km
    Go to ski resort: Umhausen-Niederthai ski resort

  • Sölden ski resort

    Opening status:open
    Kilometres of slopes:142.0 kmAltitude:1,350 - 3,340 m
    • Easy slopes: 69.8 km
    • Intermediate slopes: 44.8 km
    • Expert Slopes: 27.4 km
    • Ski routes: 2.0 km
    Go to ski resort: Sölden ski resort

  • Obergurgl-Hochgurgl ski resort

    Kilometres of slopes:110.0 kmAltitude:1,793 - 3,082 m
    • Easy slopes: 60.2 km
    • Intermediate slopes: 33.2 km
    • Expert Slopes: 14.3 km
    • Ski routes: 4.5 km
    Go to ski resort: Obergurgl-Hochgurgl ski resort

  • Vent ski resort

    Kilometres of slopes:15.0 kmAltitude:1,900 - 2,680 m
    • Easy slopes: 5.0 km
    • Intermediate slopes: 10.0 km
    Go to ski resort: Vent ski resort

Wellness facilities in the region

Restaurant recommendations in the Ötztal region

Travelling sustainably

  • Central hub: Both international express trains such as the ÖBB Nightjet and Railjet as well as regional trains stop at Ötztal Bahnhof.
  • From the train station there are regular and direct bus connections to the holiday resorts in Ötztal
  • The guest card (Ötztal Inside Card) offers free use of all public buses and ski buses.
     
Further information on mobility in Ötztal

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