Silbertal (closed in summer)
Map & elevation profile
The Tour
Start your hike in the center of Sölden and walk past the church towards the Innerwald district. From here, a narrow paved path leads you steeply uphill.
Through the shady Innerwald, you reach the Ötztal Glacier Road. Follow this road comfortably up to the "Stiegele" junction (turnoff Gaislach / Glacier Road).
From Stiegele, the forest road first runs flat, later it rises moderately up to the first curve. The route often follows parallel to the ski slope and offers beautiful views of the surrounding mountains.
After a few curves, you reach the Alpengasthof Sonneck, an ideal rest stop. From there, it continues to the Gaislachalm and finally to the idyllic Silbertal.
Along the way, you can enjoy the impressive view into the Ventertal – a perfect companion for your hike.
The town shuttle is also open in summer, allowing you to comfortably overcome the first altitude meters.
Regions & Places
Mountain areas
Details
Characteristics
Way types
Safety guidelines
Red mountain paths are moderately difficult: some narrow and steep but secured walking and climbing passages await hikers.
The appropriate signs are yellow with a red circle indicating the difficulty level.
For red mountain paths: Moderately difficult mountain path; suitable for sure-footed and experienced mountain hikers;
Good physical condition, mountain experience, and mountain equipment (see under equipment) are necessary.
Please observe the current weather report at: https://www.oetztal.com/de/sommer.html
Additional information
More information about hiking in the Ötztal: https://www.oetztal.com/wandern
Recommended literature
Recommended maps
Directions
From Sölden, walk past the church along a narrow paved path steeply uphill to the Innerwald district.
Through the Innerwald, you reach the Ötztal Glacier Road. Follow this road up to Stiegele (junction Gaislach/ Glacier Road).
From Stiegele, a forest road first runs relatively flat and then climbs up to the first curve. The road often runs parallel to the ski slope.
After several curves, you first reach the Alpengasthof Sonneck, from where it goes leisurely to the Gaislachalm and then to the Silbertal.
You can enjoy the breathtaking view towards the Ventertal from there.
Arrival
Public transit
Travel comfortably and safely by train to the Ötztal station.
The final stop or exit point is ÖTZTAL station.
Afterwards, you can conveniently and quickly continue by public bus or local taxi services throughout the valley to your desired destination.
The current bus timetable is available at: http://fahrplan.vvt.at
Starting point
Getting there
The car trip into the ÖTZTAL.
Located in Tyrol, the ÖTZTAL branches south as the longest side valley of the Eastern Alps. Travelers by car come via the Inn Valley to the valley entrance and then continue along the Ötztal.
In addition to the toll highway, 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
In Sölden, the following parking facilities are available:
- Postplatz parking lot
- Stiegele parking lot
- Tiered parking lot
- Giggijochbahn + underground garage
- Gaislachkoglbahn + underground garage
- Hochsölden parking lot
- Hochsölden 1st parking deck garage
- Zwieselstein parking lot
- Zwieselstein/Sports field parking lot
The parking lots are chargeable.
For parking for several days (e.g., hut tour):
- Gaislachkoglbahn garage; parking ticket either online or directly at the Gaislachkoglbahn ticket counter
Equipment
Proper equipment such as breathable and weather-appropriate outdoor clothing, ankle-high hiking boots, wind, rain and sun protection, hat, possibly gloves, is required for all hikes and routes.
Taking a first aid kit, a mobile phone, and possibly a hiking map, as well as sufficient provisions for hikes without dining options, is necessary.