Make the world the way you like it - or rather your holiday. Thanks to our selection of ski areas and winter activities, it's easier than easy. Winter classics par excellence are alpine skiing and snowboarding. But we also strongly recommend looking beyond the groomed slopes, for example when cross-country skiing, winter hiking, ski touring, etc.

Go to alll winter activities

No matter what you do, it will always be full of splendid vistas. Mystical atmosphere? Try ice skating on lake Piburger See! View all the way to the Dolomites? Then don't hesitate to conquer the Top Mountain Star in Gurgl. With 250 three thousand meter high peaks and many other scenic places within Ötztal, you will find plenty of impressive views.

Do you want to try something new or improve your skills? Very good, just leave your comfort zone and venture into new terrain. Our experts in the valley will take you by the hand, provide you with special tips and tricks and take you to the next level - for even more adventures and wow moments during your vacation.

Skiing, cross-country skiing courses & more

Due to our high altitude of up to 3250 meters, we always have plenty of snow. The winter season is therefore very long and lasts from October to May. Sunshine skiing in spring is particularly beautiful. On the terraces of mountain restaurants and alpine huts you can already fill up on vitamin D in the most relaxing way, while you still make your turns on perfectly prepared slopes afterwards.

Our ski areas

Sure, we are always up for fun & action but honestly: pausing and enjoying the moment also has to be on the holiday to-do list. Our quiet areas within the valley and the 510 km² Ötztal Nature Park are really perfect for doing so. Be it cross-country skiing on our Niederthai and Gries high alpine plateaus. Or at natural spectacles on our winter hiking trails in a winter idyll far away from everyday routine.