Obergurgl’s summer season is in full swing and there are a few new activities that we must recommend for visitors to the area. These activities are particularly geared towards families with children of all ages, those with an adventurous spirit and a love of the outdoors. Read on for our latest top tips! Geocaching… Read more »
Posts Categorized: Summer walking in Obergurgl
Summer in the Ötztal Valley
While the Ötztal Valley is more popular for winter holidays, the summer months in this part of the world are absolutely magical. One trip up the Hohe Mut Bahn Gondola to the panoramic glacier view lined with blue sky and green meadows and you’ll see why skiers come to Obergurgl for the winter, then… Read more »
Goodbye Ski Season, Hello Hiking Season
Today marks the final day of the 2016-17 ski season. While we are sad to turn in our skis for half a year, it does mean that summer is coming and with it, another opportunity to hike some amazing trails with some of the world’s most breath-taking scenery. In June, two of the summer-lifts… Read more »
Great Skiing in Obergurgl
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Recommended Hike – Glaciers in Change
Until the 12th of September, take advantage of the phenomenal Glaciers in Change hike, where you’ll see phenomenal views of 21 glacier-topped mountain peaks higher than 3000 meters. We can’t recommend this hike enough; the panoramic views are absolutely stunning and you’ll also have access to the Rotmoos marshlands and Obergurgl’s 300-year-old Stone Pines…. Read more »
Historic Day Trips in the Ötztal Valley
Up to 1991 the Ötztal valley was archeologically completely unexplored terrain. Subsequently, research was initiated and today it is proven that already from 8000 BC people lived in this area! To capture the findings, various attractions have now been established in the Obergurgl area. These are fascinating “must-see” day trips if you are in Obergurgl,… Read more »
Water Attractions in the Ötztal Valley
The Chalet at 11° East in Obergurgl is just a stone’s throw from some of Tirol’s most idyllic swimming lakes, thermal springs, waterslides and waterfalls. Whether you are looking for a warm summer swim, relaxing water spa or the adrenaline rush of a wake-boarding, there is something for you nearby the Chalet at 11° East…. Read more »
Top Event: Ötztal Glacier Flea Hiking Day
On Sunday 7 August 2016, dare to participate in the Ötztal Glacier Flea Hike: a challenging tour, high in the alpine leading up to 3200 meters above sea level. The hike will lead from the starting point in Obergurgl, through Ramolhaus (for a food and drink stop), then on to Ramoljoch (the highest point at… Read more »
Via Ferratas in Obergurgl
During the summer months in Obergurgl, climbing enthusiasts come from near and far to explore the wonder of the glacier world by climbing via ferratas in the area. Via ferrata is the Italian term for “iron road” and signifies a protected climbing route found in the Alps (and few other locations) where a steel cable… Read more »
Obergurgl’s Best Summer Nature Outings for Families
Obergurgl is most visited in the winter months for the ski season. The village attracts skiers and snowboarders looking for family vacations, off-piste powder stashes, a snow-sure vacation and catered ski chalets. Though the area is absolutely stunning during the winter months while covered in snow, unfortunately many fail to see how beautiful Obergurgl is… Read more »