Action-packed adventure holiday in Ötztal valley – one of Austria's top destinations

Explorer Hotel Ötztal

The Ötztal is one of Austria’s top destinations with its seemingly endless offer of recreational activities. Skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, sledging, ice skating, hiking, mountain climbing, biking, (ice) climbing...everything is possible here!

Active holiday in Tyrol’s longest tributary valley – the Ötztal

Our eight Explorer Hotel in Ötztal valley has opened its doors in winter 2018 to welcome all sports-loving explorers. Have you already got the chance to visit us? Learn more about the diverse leisure time activities that await you in Ötztal valley.

In summertime, the Ötztal adventure beckons

And even in summer, you will find plenty in and around the region to keep you busy. You can expect to find approx. 1,600 km marked hiking paths in the region; these include 1,000 km of easy to intermediate trails and 600 km of more challenging trails. The network of hiking trails ranges from approx. 750 metres above sea level to an elevation of 3,000 metres.
Mountain biking enthusiasts can enjoy more than just wonderful vistas with panoramic views of the mountains. They will also enjoy a total of 870 km of mountain bike routes (ranging from easy to difficult), 42 tours, 30 km of unspoilt nature trails – and all of this spread across an unbelievable 37,549 vertical metres.
As a fan of climbing, you can select between 20 high-rope gardens, 8 fixed-rope routes, 750 sport climbing routes, 55 multi-pitch climbing routes, 2 climbing facilities/halls, and 39 ice climbing areas. In doing so, you can climb a total of 18,900 vertical metres using 12,600 hooks and eyelets and challenge yourself with levels of difficulty ranging from 2 to 11.

Biking near Sölden

Rafting rund um das Explorer Hotel Ötztal in Umhausen

You want more action and adrenalin: No Problem - the choice is yours!

kayak or canoe tours
Flying Fox and tandem flights
rafting, canyoning, caving, wakeboarding, blobbing and the 20,000 m2 aqua park…

The choice of leisure time activities is practically unlimited. So, go ahead and see how many of them you can accomplish during your explorer holiday! ;)

Relaxing alternatives for your holiday in the Ötztal Alps

If you would rather take things a bit more slowly, you will still find plenty to do. For example, how would you enjoy visiting the Top Mountain Motorcycle Museum, the WIDIVERSUM, the Ötzi village, the Birds of Prey Park Umhausen, the AQUA DOME or the Stuibenfall – Tyrol’s highest waterfall with a drop height of 159 metres?
As you can see, your explorer fantasy will know no limits. With our Explorer Hotel Ötztal, you are spoilt for choice! How will you organise your ultimate adventure holiday?

Breathtaking adrenaline kick in the winter

There are lots of alpine valleys, but there isn’t one that offers as many highlights as the Ötztal. With over 70 lifts, 350 kilometres of slopes, 3,000 vertical metres and a cross-country skiing network that includes all levels of difficulty – this is where you will find everything you need.
Or, if you like, take a spontaneous day trip to the nearby winter sports centre of Sölden. The town is internationally known due to events such as the AUDI FIS Skiing World Cup, the glacier spectacle HANNIBAL or the Electric Mountain Festival. Are you a fan of James Bond films? If you are, then here you will have the opportunity to see the shooting location of “Spectre” and pretend that you – just like your hero – are on a secret mission. Jump right into your own thrilling adventure!

Winter activities

Get your boots on and start your perfect day in this ideal winter region.

Ski Resort	Distance by car	Lifts	Pistes km	Highlight
Niedertai	12	4	4 km	Perfect for families and beginners
Hochoetz	10	12	39	Fun Park, Kids Area
Kuehtai	32	12	80	Hochoetz ski pass is valid also in this area! Enjoy double fun!
Soelden	27	31	144	Longest downhill ski run, steepest slope, longest winter season
Obergurgl-Hochgurgl	37	24	110	One of the most varied skiing areas: Family Park, Snow Park, Racetrack

It´s not always about skiing

Explore new winter activities in Ötztal.

Discover the spectacular winter landscape while gliding through the snow on cross-country skis
Enjoy the romantic nature with a ski tour or a snowshoeing tour