Central & individual – a valley of superlatives
Anyone who thinks the Ötztal has nothing to offer has probably never been here. The Wildspitze, the highest mountain in Tyrol, is located in the middle of the Ötztal Alps. Altogether there are 250 3,000 meter high mountains in the valley. In Umhausen you can marvel at the mightiest waterfall in the country and Obergurgl is the highest inhabited church village in Austria. Exactly 99 alpine huts adorn the colorful and species-rich mountain region, whether in summer or winter.
Varied offer in summer
Whether you are camping with the whole family, as a couple or with friends, the sports and leisure opportunities are almost unlimited. In addition, Camping Sölden is in a top location, so that you can design your holiday individually and still not have to do without anything. Climbing, cycling, swimming, rafting, kayaking or other outdoor sports …
The Ötztal leaves nothing to be desired. In addition to the outstanding offer, various cultural highlights and events await you, so that neither adventurers, sports fanatics nor nature lovers will miss out. To round off the most beautiful time of the year, you are right in the middle of the action with the Ötztal Card. The most important highlights and special features are included in this menu.
historical overview
The Ötztal has always been in demand, as it seems. Stone Age hunters roamed the high mountains of the Innerötztal 9,000 years ago. This was confirmed in 1991 with the important find by Ötzi, the glacier mummy. But it was not until 550 that the decisive settlement of the Ötztal from the north by the Bavarians took place. The valley was first mentioned in a document from the 12th century: It describes the Ötztal as “Ezital”.
Temperatures to feel good
The approximately 65 kilometer long alpine valley consists of the communities Sautens, Ötz, Umhausen, Längenfeld and Sölden. Despite the alpine location, the area has a very mild climate. This is primarily due to the Tschirgant, a mountain that protects the valley from the cool north winds and the south winds that warm up when crossing the mountain slopes.
Great place in summer. Clean and centrally located. Mountain railways practically around the corner.
FAQs – worth knowing
Here you will find answers to the most important questions. If you have any questions, write us.
Especially in summer there is the best opportunity to explore the entire valley with the Ötztal Inside Summer Card. The leisure activities range from water sports in Area 47 to the stone-aged Museum Ötzi-Dorf in Umhausen. You can also discover the countless hiking trails and relax in the fresh mountain air. You can find more leisure activities here.
You will get the guest card via e-mail at your arrival. The Ötztal Inside Summer Card is not included in the price. You can buy the Ötztal Inside Summer Card directly at our reception! You can get an insight into the offer and the prices here. Alternatively, you also have the option of purchasing the Ötztal Inside Summer Card in the online shop for three, seven or ten consecutive days.
Directly in Sölden and only 700m far from the campsite there is an indoor adventure pool with a sauna world in the Freizeit Arena. The Aqua Dome thermal baths are located in Längenfeld - 14 km away from Sölden. The nearest outdoor swimming pool is also only 14 km away in Längenfeld. Swimming lakes can be found in Umhausen (22 km) and Ötz (30 km).
For bike rental and bike service we recommend our partner company Sporthütte Fiegl, which is located directly at the cable car "Gaislachkogl", only 200 meters from the campsite. You can rent top bikes in advance for your very own trail adventure online.
From a half day ticket from 11.30 a.m. to multi-day tickets and season tickets, all options are open to bikers.
You can find more information about tickets and prices here.
Tickets available directly at the gondola or online!
The Bergbahnen Sölden offers bike transport for all mountain bikers who want to save themselves the strenuous uphill climb on a mountain bike.
Public transport in the Ötztal is very popular and runs to numerous stops between Ötztal train station and the end of the valley at short intervals. The nearest bus stop is just 50 meters far from the campsite.
SUMMER
With the free guest card, which you will obtain via e-mail after arrival, you will receive mobility advantages through the Ötztal valley. Additionally, you will get reductions on various tourist and cultural attractions such as hiking tours, museums, etc.
WINTER
FREE TRAVEL on public transports on presentation of the free guest card, which can be made available to you on request at the reception, or with alpine ski clothing for winter sports in the period from October to May. This special service and inclusive benefit applies from Check-In to Check-Out at the accommodation.
Find out more about MORE MOBILITY IN THE ÖTZTAL HERE!