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Your Winter in Gurgl & Sölden
Diamonds of the Alps

Premium skiing, upscale hotels and top events - welcome to Ötztal!

Embark on an unforgettable winter adventure in the heart of the Alps and experience the stunning twin pack Sölden and Gurgl in Ötztal.

Sölden: A snow-sure winter wonderland
Sölden has guaranteed snow from October to May on its 146 km of slopes. A capacity of 65,500 skiers per hour across 31 lifts ensures that you can enjoy the slopes without long waits. Unique attractions like the cinematic 007 ELEMENTS and the thrilling BIG 3 Rally just add to the resort's appeal. It's also home to Austria’s highest gourmet restaurant, the IceQ.

Gurgl: Your premium skiing retreat
Just a short distance away, Gurgl offers a luxurious alpine escape with its 112 km of slopes reaching up to 3,030 meters. Enjoy the comfort of 4-5 star hotels right on the pistes, modern lifts, exquisite culinary delights that cater to every taste and family-friendly activities. Gurgl is the perfect destination for those seeking an exclusive skiing experience.

Sölden and Gurgl are interconnected by a free shuttle bus, allowing you to explore the best of both worlds. Experience the ultimate blend of adventure, luxury, and family fun - that's what winter holidays in Gurgl and Sölden are like!

Facts & Figures (Gurgl & Sölden)
Lifts56
Slopes259 km
Cross-country trails17,4 km
Winter hiking trails61,5 km
Altitudeup to 3,340 m
Highest pointBIG 3 platform Schwarze Schneid 3,340 m

Skiing season:
Mid-October 2026 - end of April 2027

Why visit Gurgl & Sölden

FAQs

By plane:
The closest airports are Innsbruck (83 km), Bozen, Italy (206 km) and Munich, Germany (231 km).

By train/bus:
From Innsbruck: Direct trains (35 min – 47 min).
From Salzburg: Direct train or change in Innsbruck (2 h 14 min – 2 h 40 min).
From Munich: Train via Kufstein (2 h 30 min)
From Zurich: Direct trains 7 times per day (3 h)

By car:
From Innsbruck: Inntal motorway A12, exit at Ötztal/Haiming, then take road B186.

From Salzburg: Motorway A1, exit at Salzburg West or Bad Reichenhall (A8), then A93 (direction Innsbruck / Kufstein / Brenner) and Inntal motorway A12 to Ötztal/Haiming, then road B186

From Munich: Motorway A92 from Freising (direction Salzburg), then A9 to exit 76-Munich-Schwabing, A95 (direction Garmisch-Partenkirchen), B2 to exit B23 Fernpass/Reutte, then Inntal motorway A12 to Ötztal/Haiming, then road B186

In Gurgl and Sölden, families can expect a real adventure paradise right at their doorstep. The region's ski schools offer courses for kids from the age of 3, there are plenty of beginner-friendly blue pistes, fun slopes, winter playgrounds, tobogganing and ice skating.

Gurgl and Sölden also offer family-friendly accommodation, where parents relax in the wellness area, while the little ones are entertained in the Kids Club.

  • Hohe Mut Alm

    Easily accessible to pedestrians and skiers, view of 21 three-thousanders, great food and a large sun terrace.

  • Top Mountain Star

    Stylish panorama bar at over 3,000 m with a view of the Ötztal Alps and the Dolomites. The surrounding jetty is a popular spot for marriage proposals.

  • Top Mountain Crosspoint

    Accessible to skiers and non-skiers by the Kirchenkar cable car .Large sun terrace, don't leave without visiting the adjacent Motorcycle Museum.

Skiing fun has no limits when you purchase a ski pass for 3 or more days: 363 km of slopes, 90 lifts and 6 ski areas, including Gurgl and Sölden, are just waiting to be explored. Discover everything one of the most popular ski destination of the Alps has to offer.

A prime resortwhere sports meets luxury

Ötztal highlights you won't forget

Experiences on the slopes

Experiences away from the slopes

Events in Gurgl & Sölden in winter

Insider's Tip

Spa time in Gurgl & Sölden

Gurgl and Sölden are both winter sports and spa hotspots. Make use of the day spas and treat yourself to a massage or just relax in a heated outdoor pool marveling at the postcard-perfect scenery - the perfect way to recharge your batteries after a sporty day. Or, if you want to stay longer, base yourself in one of the many hotels with generous on-site spas - check out the options for Gurgl and Sölden.

Another highlight in the region is Aqua Dome in Längenfeld.

Get in touch

Ötztal - Gurgl Tourism

Achweg 5

6450 Sölden

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