STAGE 5: SÖLDEN –> Mooserstegle –> Kühtrainschlucht –> Zwieselstein –> Sahnestüberl -> HOCHGURGL CROSSPOINT
TWO THRIVING SKI RESORTS IN SUMMER
The vibrant and quiet sides of Sölden—both impossible to overlook. The town’s pioneering achievements in skiing have left an undeniable mark. A high-energy James Bond filming location, a gathering place for top athletes, or the open-air spectacle Hannibal—these highlights and many more captivate visitors of all ages every year. Then there’s Sölden’s quieter side: pure nature in the Windachtal valley, a sanctuary for those seeking energy and renewal all year round. Alongside its breathtaking mountain scenery, the Ötztal’s most dynamic and ever-present element can be found: water. A visit to the Waalweg Mooserstegle offers a glimpse into the past, when these historic irrigation channels transported precious water to the valley’s drier regions to support agriculture.
Deeper into the valley, where the Ötztal divides, you pass through a small village whose name reflects its unique geological location. In Zwieselstein, two powerful mountain rivers—the Venter Ache and the Gurgler Ache—merge to form the Ötztaler Ache. From here, the path leads us into the Gurgler Valley, all the way up to 1,930 meters, to the glacier and ski resort of Obergurgl.
Travel safe and comfortable with the train to the Ötztal Bahnhof train station. Last stop and exit point is the train station Ötztal Bahnhof. Afterwards you can travel smoothly and quick with the public transport or our local taxi companies through the valley to your desired destination. Please find the current bus timetable here: http://fahrplan.vvt.at
Parking options in Sölden:
All parking areas are subject to charges.
For multi-day parking (e.g., hut tours):
Ötztaler Urweg Umleitung E5 Sölden - Hochgurgl Crosspoint (Weiterfahrt Bus nach Obergurgl)
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