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Ski area Sölden
Information about the ski area
| Highest point: | 3,340 m | Gondola lift: | 9 |
| Lowest point: | 1,377 m | Pistes in total: | 144 km |
| Altitude ski resort: | 1,031 m |
Pistes:
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70 km |
| Lifts in total: | 34 |
Pistes:
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47 km |
| Tow lifts: | 11 |
Pistes:
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27 km |
| Chair lifts: | 14 | ||
Ski area Sölden
With the "Ötztaler Superskipass" you have the freedom to choose from 361 kilometres of pistes and 90 lifts in a total of 6 ski areas. The ski areas are located at altitudes between 1,350 m and 3,340 m (see ski region).
In the immediate vicinity of Umhausen there are two ski areas in which family friendliness is particularly important. In the "Niederthai" ski area, ski fans can expect a total of 4 kilometres of pistes, 3 tow lifts and a practice lift. The "Hochoetz-Kühtai" ski area, on the other hand, offers 85 kilometres of snow secure pistes as well as a kids club, ski school, children's course and ski kindergarten. Parents and children alike feel at home here and can enjoy their skiing holiday to the fullest. Other small, yet attractive ski areas can be found in Gries and in the slightly larger Vent with a total of 16 kilometres of pistes.
If this is still not enough for you, the included "Ötztaler Superskipass" gives you the possibility to explore the larger ski areas in Sölden and Obergurgl-Hochgurgl. In Sölden, two glaciers with 143 km of pistes, rustic and modern huts to stay in and legendary après-ski await all fans of the white mountain world. The "007 ELEMENTS - James Bond World of Adventure" and the "BIG 3" - three accessible three-thousand-metre peaks with breathtaking viewing platforms - round off this unique ski resort. In Obergurgl-Hochgurgl, the 'diamond of the Alps', 112 kilometres of pistes of all levels of difficulty invite you to enjoy glittering downhill runs as early as mid-November. A heated gondola lift takes you comfortably to the peak at 2,839 m above sea level. In the glazed panorama bar "Top Mountain Star" and the many huts with their exquisite cuisine, you can enjoy a wonderful day of skiing and the spectacular mountain panorama. In addition, admission to the James Bond World of Experience - 007 ELEMENTS is included in the lift pass price for 6 days lift passes and above.
No matter if family, beginner, advanced or professional: Around Umhausen everyone will find the right ski area for their ski holiday!
In Sölden every Wednesday, from January to March, night skiing takes place on four illuminated and freshly groomed slopes. Those who have already unbuckled their skis can enjoy the unique night ski show with ski acrobatics, live performances and subsequent fireworks.
On Tuesdays you can explore an 8 km long piste in Obergurgl by floodlight and experience a stage show of a special kind. In Hochgurgl the night owls have the choice between a red piste illuminated by the floodlight or spectacular toboggan run action.
In the immediate vicinity of Umhausen there are two ski areas in which family friendliness is particularly important. In the "Niederthai" ski area, ski fans can expect a total of 4 kilometres of pistes, 3 tow lifts and a practice lift. The "Hochoetz-Kühtai" ski area, on the other hand, offers 85 kilometres of snow secure pistes as well as a kids club, ski school, children's course and ski kindergarten. Parents and children alike feel at home here and can enjoy their skiing holiday to the fullest. Other small, yet attractive ski areas can be found in Gries and in the slightly larger Vent with a total of 16 kilometres of pistes.
If this is still not enough for you, the included "Ötztaler Superskipass" gives you the possibility to explore the larger ski areas in Sölden and Obergurgl-Hochgurgl. In Sölden, two glaciers with 143 km of pistes, rustic and modern huts to stay in and legendary après-ski await all fans of the white mountain world. The "007 ELEMENTS - James Bond World of Adventure" and the "BIG 3" - three accessible three-thousand-metre peaks with breathtaking viewing platforms - round off this unique ski resort. In Obergurgl-Hochgurgl, the 'diamond of the Alps', 112 kilometres of pistes of all levels of difficulty invite you to enjoy glittering downhill runs as early as mid-November. A heated gondola lift takes you comfortably to the peak at 2,839 m above sea level. In the glazed panorama bar "Top Mountain Star" and the many huts with their exquisite cuisine, you can enjoy a wonderful day of skiing and the spectacular mountain panorama. In addition, admission to the James Bond World of Experience - 007 ELEMENTS is included in the lift pass price for 6 days lift passes and above.
No matter if family, beginner, advanced or professional: Around Umhausen everyone will find the right ski area for their ski holiday!
Night skiing Umhausen
In the ski areas "Sölden" and "Obergurgl-Hochgurgl", skiing fun does not end early on some evenings.In Sölden every Wednesday, from January to March, night skiing takes place on four illuminated and freshly groomed slopes. Those who have already unbuckled their skis can enjoy the unique night ski show with ski acrobatics, live performances and subsequent fireworks.
On Tuesdays you can explore an 8 km long piste in Obergurgl by floodlight and experience a stage show of a special kind. In Hochgurgl the night owls have the choice between a red piste illuminated by the floodlight or spectacular toboggan run action.
Après ski Umhausen
If you haven't had enough action after skiing, you can try ice climbing in the Ötztal valley or take a chance on one of the partly illuminated toboggan runs. In addition, the dreamy ice rink in the centre of Umhausen is an ideal place to do a few laps on skates or to try out ice curling.
For those who prefer to relax, there are numerous winter hiking trails or the nearby thermal spa "Aqua Dome" in Längenfeld.
Additionally, there is also a lot to experience culturally in and around Umhausen: The "Ötzi Dorf" in Umhausen, for example, offers an interesting journey 5,000 years back into the past. From one of the viewing platforms of the Stuibenfall you can enjoy an unforgettable view when it is illuminated almost mystically during the evening hours.
Party atmosphere can be found in the umbrella bars as well as in the many clubs, bars and pubs in the nearby party metropolis of Sölden. The "Fire and Ice" or "Katapult" are just a few of the big names among the numerous party hubs. Here really every après-ski fan will find what they are looking for!
For those who prefer to relax, there are numerous winter hiking trails or the nearby thermal spa "Aqua Dome" in Längenfeld.
Additionally, there is also a lot to experience culturally in and around Umhausen: The "Ötzi Dorf" in Umhausen, for example, offers an interesting journey 5,000 years back into the past. From one of the viewing platforms of the Stuibenfall you can enjoy an unforgettable view when it is illuminated almost mystically during the evening hours.
Party atmosphere can be found in the umbrella bars as well as in the many clubs, bars and pubs in the nearby party metropolis of Sölden. The "Fire and Ice" or "Katapult" are just a few of the big names among the numerous party hubs. Here really every après-ski fan will find what they are looking for!
Snowpark: Area47 - Snowpark Sölden / quattro Snowpark Obergurgl Umhausen
In addition to the freeride and deep snow areas, the "Area47- Snowpark Sölden", the "quattro Snowpark Obergurgl" and other fun parks and slopes, spread over the other ski areas in the Ötztal valley, with ramps, rails and jumps, will provide action-packed variety on the piste, which snowboarders in particular will be delighted about. In addition, music and deck chairs round off the freestyle fun.
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