HIKING

There are some 300km of marked hiking trails. There is a perfect route for everyone: sporty ascents to an altitude above 3,000m or relaxed uphill rides with a cable railway. There is plenty to discover: mountain lakes and snow-covered summits, game and the most beautiful flowers of the Alps. And if you are starving you can stop at one of the 16 shelters or 30 mountain huts and get a bite to eat.

THE FOLLOWING MOUNTAIN GONDOLAS ARE IN OPERATION IN THE SUMMER

• Gaislachkoglbahn Gondola, daily from 9am - 4pm, 3.30pm: last uphill ride
From the platform you enjoy an exceptional panoramic view, even if you've seen plenty before this view will be amazing. This platform above the Ötztal Alps towers at an altitude of 3,058m. The restaurant features deckchairs that are perfect for sunbathing. The summit cross of Gaislachkogl Mountain is only a few steps from there.

• Sölden-Hochsölden Single Chairlift, daily from 9am - 12noon, 1pm - 4.15pm
The already legendary chairlift brings its passengers at a leisurely pace from Sölden to Hochsölden and is thus a perfect starting point for hikes. Also in Hochsölden there is plenty to explore: a petting zoo with waterworks - it might be that you have to postpone your planned hike.

• Rotkogl Double Chairlift, daily from 9am - 12noon, 1pm - 4pm
The chairlift brings you to Hochsölden at an altitude of 2,329m, amidst the hiking paradise of Sölden.

• Tiefenbachbahn Gondola
The sunny Tiefenbach glacier offers an experience with a difference. The gondola brings you to an altitude of more than 3,000m. From there you can enjoy the beauty of the Ötztal Mountains. The view is dominated by Wildspitze Peak (3,774m), Tirol's highest mountain.

MOUNTAIN BIKE

Since summer 2007 Gaislachkoglbahn gondola also transports mountain bikes. From the mid-terminal you can choose different trails down. A summary of the extensive offers is available at the new Kompass Mountain Bike Guide Ötztal. Altogether there are 687km and 28 officially open routes to choose from.

RELAXATION

The Freizeit Arena Leisure Center in the center of Sölden offers fun and action for the young and old: bowling, tennis, a shooting range, a fitness center, a gymnasium and the adventurous swimming bath with rock grotto and whitewater channel - the family-friendly offers seem unlimited. Not only fun and action are on the program. A visit of the sauna world of the Freizeit Arena Leisure Center is perfect for relaxation. Relax and unwind in the infrared cabin and the steam bath and soothe your achy muscles after a sporty day.

WORTH SEEING:

• Maria Heimsuchung Parish Church
Above the hotel roofs of Sölden the parish church of Sölden invites to peaceful contemplation. Inside the church it is worth taking a look up: the roof frescos were made by Anton Puellacher in 1779.

EVENTS:

The events of Sölden offer something for every taste. Events range from international cycling events to popular hiking weeks and music events. All through the year Sölden offers top quality entertainment.

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