Sölden ski resort
Snow Range
1350-3249m
Resort Quote
high altitude skiing in a party atmosphere
Intro
Glacier skiing is literally the tip of the iceberg with this resort. Sölden's ski area centres around three main peaks, each over 3,000m in height, giving you some fantastic snow conditions. Take on the challenge of the 'Big 3 Rally' - a 50km signed tour of the pistes that will take you to all three peaks. Sölden is also renowned as a snowboard mecca and has a very lively nightlife with numerous bars and clubs to keep you entertained into the early hours. Combine all this together and Sölden has the ingredients for a superb holiday!
- the experience
- the slopes Sölden snowboarding
- Sölden lift passes and tuition
- ski/snowboarding tuition in Sölden
The experience
Sölden Nightlife
Sölden has a lively atmosphere and a wealth of après ski bars and nighclubs. Some to try: • Almrausch • Fire & Ice • Harley's Rock Bar • Joker • Snow Rock Café • Skilights • Schirmbar • Mirage • Kuhstall...to name but a few! • Annual Gay Week (20th-27th March)
Activities
• 5km toboggan run • Sleigh rides • Ice skating • Curling • 30km of cleared winter walking paths • Paragliding • Sölden "Freizeit Arena" with adventure pool, saunas, steam rooms and indoor tennis • Aquadome Spa in Längefeld (bus from Sölden)
Eating out in Sölden
On the mountain you'll find a mix of restaurants, many in traditional Tirolean style and offering local specialities. If you choose to eat out in Sölden of an evening you can choose between local and international menus. Some to try: • Saitensprung (incl. fondue) • s'pfandl • Mangia Bene • Hacienda • Mounty Burger • Wine & Dine
Other amenities
• Banks and cash point machines • Post office • Good range of shops
Ski & Spa
Located in the heart of Sölden, the Freizeit Arena is a multi-functional leisure and recreation centre with lots to offer. The indoor adventure pool and separate children's pool, both with water slide are great fun for the whole family and there's also a play corner for small children. Alternatively relax and unwind with massage jets or head to the Ötztal Sauna with sauna parlour, authentic log cabin sauna, steam room, sanarium and tepidarium (hot stone plates). You can also top up your tan in the tanning studio or the more active can head to the fitness centre or have a game of indoor tennis or bowling.
FREE entrance to the indoor pool area is offered to guests staying at the Hotel Erhart and Hotel Valentin.
Resort features
- Green resort
Transfer time
Innsbruck 1hr 15 mins
The slopes
Ski Information Beginners
Our ski school in Sölden makes sure beginners get the best start on their gentle nursery slopes at the top of the Giggijoch gondola. You then progress up into the bowl of slopes around Giggijoch with plenty of blue runs on which to further develop your skills.
Ski Information Intermediates
The majority of this area is great for intermediate skiers. Modern lifts and the expansive network of pistes take you from Sölden, through the "Golden Gate to the Glacier" lifts to the two glaciers. If you like a challenge, tackle the "Big 3 Tour", taking you to Schwarze Schneide (3,340m), Tiefenbachkogel (3,249m) and Gaislachkogel (3,058m).
Ski Information Advanced
With 28km of black runs, high mountains offering excellent off piste conditions and the challenging 6km Rettenbach Valley ski route, advanced skiers will find plenty to challenge them. Alternatively, if you like freestyle, search out to the BASE park with all it's attractions.
Ski Information Snowboarding
The 6 hectare BASE Park has a range of kickers, corners, tables, half pipes and rails. There's also a chill area with music and a separate kids' park. Head to the Gaislachkogel for the best freeride terrain in the area - its well known for its steep runs and gnarly chutes. If you're just learning the ropes, try the gentle open runs on the Giggijoch. The Rettenbach Glacier often has the best snow on the mountain with some great powder close to the lifts. The Tiefenbach Glacier has longer, more gentle runs. If heading to either Glacier, beware of crevasses and we'd recommend hiring a guide.
Slope facts
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Total Kms of Piste
150km
Piste type No. of runs Easy 17 Intermediate 18 Difficult 8 -
Number of Lifts
34 (2 cable cars, 5 gondolas, 19 chairlifts, 8 draglifts)
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Snow Cannons
60%
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Longest Run
12.8km (ski route)
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Mountain Restaurants
20
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Cross-country
16km
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Snow Range
1350-3249m
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Resort Height:
1,350m (4,429ft)
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Transfer
£165 return per group of 1-3 £223 return per group of 4-8
Lift passes and tuition
Lift pass, ski hire and tuition prices shown are correct at time of publication. However, all prices quoted may be subject to change during the ski season.
Lift Pass
| 6 Days | Adult | Youth** | Child* | Senior** |
| High Season | £209 | £147 | £115 | £173 |
| Low Season | £188 | £147 | £115 | £173 |
LS: All other dates
**Youth born '91-'95 *Child born '96-'02 ***Senior male born '46 and female born '51 or earlier
Photo required for lift pass: 8 days+
Lift pass keycard deposit: €2
Ski/Board Tuition
| Adult | Child* | |
| Ski (5 days x 4hrs) | £167 | £154 |
| Board (3 days x 2rs) | £122 | £118 |
No. of ski school instructors: approx. 150-200 (95% English speaking)
Usual hours of instruction: 1000-1200 & 1300-1500
Children: Lunch & supervision available, approx. €11 per day (payable locally)
Kindergarten/crèche: A crèche is available for non-skiing children from 6 months to 3 years. Sun-Fri 1000-1530. Bookable locally, approx. €174 for 6 days, lunchtime supervision as above.
Snow Savers
"Snowkid" lift pass for all children born '03 or later, just €1 per day (purchase locally).
FREE child's helmet hire with pre-booked equipment.
FREE ski & boot hire for up 2 children (up to and incl. 10 years) when 2 adults pre-book the same.
FREE tuition for up to 2 children (up to and incl. 14 years) when 2 adults pre-book the same.
Ski/board equipment
Ski/Board Equipment
| 6 Days | Adult | Youth* | Child** |
| Skis | £83 | £55 | £28 |
| Superior skis | £111 | - | - |
| VIP skis | £139 | - | - |
| Boots | £46 | £23 | £11 |
| Snowboard | £83 | - | £28 |
| Sup. board | £111 | - | - |
| Board boots | £46 | - | £11 |
FREE child helmets are included in the price if you pre-book skis/sticks & boots.
Snow Savers
"Snowkid" lift pass for all children born '03 or later, just €1 per day (purchase locally).
FREE child's helmet hire with pre-booked equipment.
FREE ski & boot hire for up 2 children (up to and incl. 10 years) when 2 adults pre-book the same.
FREE tuition for up to 2 children (up to and incl. 14 years) when 2 adults pre-book the same.
† 2 for 1 lift pass is available on selected accommodation on selected dates. See accommodation page for details.
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