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Pleasure hike to the Gaislacher Lake – Enjoyment time Ice Q

Gemeinde Sölden
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1:20 h Duration
944 m Length
8 m Ascent
331 m Descent
3,031 m Max. altitude
2,701 m Min. altitude
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Description

GAISLACHKOGL -> GAISLACHER SEE -> GAISLACHKOGL
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GAISLACHKOGL -> GAISLACHER SEE -> GAISLACHKOGL
Fine cuisine combined with a spectacular mountain landscape in the high alpine terrain nestle together on the Gaislachkogl like yin and yang. After an enjoyable hike to the heart-shaped Gaislacher Lake combined with a "stop-by" at the 007 ELEMENTS adventure world, the subsequent reward with modern alpine delicacies in the James Bond film location, the Ice Q restaurant, is perfect. The Ice Q on the Gaislachkogl, considered the pinnacle of enjoyment at 3,048 m, combines modern architecture, Alpine cuisine and fine wine culture to a stylish, relaxed summit meeting for gourmets. With a breathtaking natural experience at the Gaislacher Lake, the journey into the world of James Bond inside the Gaislachkogl and refined culinary culture with a panoramic view, the Ice Q theme hike Genusszeit guarantees a feeling of elation for all senses!

Regions & Places

Austria (Country)
Tyrol (Province)
Bezirk Imst (District)
Ötztal (Tourism area)
Sölden (Tourism area)
Gemeinde Sölden (Commune)

Mountain areas

Ötztal Alps (Mountain area)
Alps (Mountain area)
Modified at 24.03.2026 · Created at 06.08.2018

Characteristics

Out and back
Refreshment stops available
Fauna
Insider tip

Way types

Unbekannt 944.14 m

Safety guidelines

Black mountain paths are narrow, almost entirely steep and exposed paths. Anyone taking a black mountain path must expect longer secured walking and climbing sections. Black mountain paths are indicated on the yellow base signs with a black circle as a difficulty indicator. 

Suitable for climbers who are not afraid of heights, sure-footed and alpine experienced; very good physical condition, alpine experience and mountaineering equipment (see under Equipment), sometimes alpine securing equipment, good weather conditions recommended:
Please observe the current weather report at: https://www.oetztal.com/de/sommer.html 

Recommended maps

Kompass #042 | Inner Ötztal and Pitztal, Gurgler Valley, Venter Valley | 1:25,000

From the mountain station of the Gaislachkogl cable car first head into the valley along the rocky ridge. Then a steep mountain path runs to the right. Follow this along the many switchbacks down to the Gaislacher Lake. The lake is reached after about 30 minutes. On the way back, climb back up steep switchbacks and return over the ridge to the Gaislachkogl cable car in about 50 minutes. A visit to the cinematic installation 007 ELEMENTS and a culinary reward in the Ice Q restaurant, the scenic film location in the James Bond action thriller Spectre, is recommended there.

Public transit

Travel comfortably and safely by train to the Ötztal train station. The final stop or exit point is the ÖTZTAL station. Afterwards, you can travel conveniently and quickly by public transport or local taxi companies through the entire valley to your desired destination! The current bus schedule is available at: http://fahrplan.vvt.at

Starting point

Mountain station of the Gaislachkogl cable car

Getting there

Driving into the ÖTZTAL. Located in Tyrol, the Ötztal branches off to the south as the longest side valley of the Eastern Alps. Traveling by car takes visitors over the Inn valley to the valley entrance and then further along the Ötztal. Besides the toll motorway, country roads can also be used.
With the route planner, you can quickly and conveniently determine your trip: To the route planner: https://www.google.at/maps 

Parking

The following parking options are available in Sölden:

  • Giggijochbahn + underground parking garage

All parking lots are free during the day.

For parking for several days (e.g., hut route):

  • Parking garage Gaislachkogl cable car, parking ticket either online or directly at the Gaislachkogl cable car cash desk

Coordinates

10.96807, 46.942112
Plan arrival

Appropriate equipment such as breathable, weather-appropriate outdoor clothing, ankle-high hiking boots, wind, rain and sun protection, hat, possibly gloves, is required for all hikes and routes. Carrying a first aid kit, a mobile phone and possibly a hiking map, as well as sufficient provisions for hikes without catering options, is necessary.
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