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Silbertal

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    SÖLDEN -> SILBERTAL -> SÖLDEN
    moderate
    Distance 6.2 km
    2:20 h
    551 m
    3 m
    1,973 m
    1,348 m
    Start your hike in the center of Sölden and walk past the church towards the district of Innerwald. From here, a narrow paved path leads steeply uphill.

    Passing through the shady Innerwald forest, you will reach the Ötztal Glacier Road. Follow this road comfortably until you arrive at the “Stiegele” junction (turnoff to Gaislach / Glacier Road).

    From Stiegele, a forest road leads first gently and then steadily uphill to the first curve. The route often runs parallel to the ski slope and offers beautiful views of the surrounding mountains.

    After several curves, you will reach the Alpengasthof Sonneck, a perfect place to rest. From there, continue on to the Gaislachalm and finally to the charming Silbertal.

    Along the way, enjoy stunning views towards the Vent Valley – a wonderful companion for your hike.

    Author’s recommendation

    The center shuttle is also open in the summer and with this lift you save the first altitude meters and can overcome comfortably.

     

    The Alm- & Ferienclub Silbertal is also open in summer.

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    Roland Grüner 
    Update: July 08, 2025
    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Experience
    Landscape
    Highest point
    Silbertal, 1,973 m
    Lowest point
    Sölden, 1,348 m
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    Rest stops

    Alpine guesthouse Sonneck
    Alpine guesthouse Gaislach Alm
    Hotel Silbertal

    Safety information

    Moderate mountain trail; for sure-footed and experienced hikers. Good physical condition, mountain experience & mountain equipment (see notice equipment) necessary. Please pay attention to the current weather report:

    Tips and suggestions

    More details about hiking In Ötztal: https://www.oetztal.com/wandern 

    Public transport

    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 localtaxi companies through the valley to your desired destination. Please find the current bus timetable here:http://fahrplan.vvt.at

     

    Directions

    The car drive to the Ötztal valley. Situated in Tirol, the Ötztal valley set off in southerly direction and is the longest side valley in the Eastern Alps. The journey with the car leads you through the Inntal valley to the entrance of the valley and further on through the valley. Among the toll motorways you can also use the country roads. A route planner will show you the easiest and most convenient way: https://www.google.at/maps

    Parking

    The following parking facilities are available in Sölden:
    • Parking lot
    • parking lot Stiegele
    • stair parking
    • Giggijochbahn + underground garage
    • Gaislachkoglbahn + underground garage
    • Parking Hochsölden
    • parking garage Hochsölden 1. parking lot
    • parking Zwieselstein
    • parking Zwieselstein / sports ground

     All parking is free during the day.

     

    Parking for several days (eg hike tour):

    • Parkgarage Gaislachkoglbahn, Parkticket either online or directly at the cash desk of the Gaislachkoglbahn

    Coordinates

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    46.969510, 11.010690
    DMS
    46°58'10.2"N 11°00'38.5"E
    UTM
    32T 652948 5203738
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    Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!

    Book recommendation by the author

    Almzeitfolder

    Author’s map recommendations

     Kompass #042 | Inneres Ötztal und Pitztal, Gurgler Tal, Venter Tal | 1:25.000 

    Equipment

    It is recommended to wear hiking equipment such as outdoor clothing, weather-resistant outdoor clothing, ankle-high mountain boots, wind, rain and sun protection, cap and gloves. It is also important to have sufficient food and a first-aid package, a cell phone and a hiking map. 

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    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    6.2 km
    Duration
    2:20 h
    Ascent
    551 m
    Descent
    3 m
    Highest point
    1,973 m
    Lowest point
    1,348 m
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