More than just skiing – winter in the Ötztal Valley in all its forms

Winter holidays in Obergurgl away from the slopes

Obergurgl is much more than just a ski resort. Anyone looking to experience winter away from the groomed slopes will find a winter landscape around Gurgl that invites you to slow down, seek adventure and enjoy authentic experiences of nature. Fairytale-like snow-covered forests, quiet cross-country trails, snow crunching under snowshoes and a natural toboggan run that makes children’s hearts beat faster – winter in the upper Ötztal has many facets. And the Hotel Mathiesn is right at the heart of it all.

Cross-country skiing in Obergurgl – exercise against a backdrop of mountain views
Cross-country skiing

Obergurgl and Hochgurgl together offer 12 km of high-alpine cross-country ski trails – one of the healthiest and most varied ways to enjoy an active winter. Two trails wind through the wintry natural landscape around Obergurgl, whilst a high-altitude trail in Hochgurgl is ideal for ambitious altitude training.

Cross-country skiing gives your whole body a workout in a way that’s gentle on the joints – whilst offering panoramic views that more than make up for the effort.

An overview of the trails

  • 2 cross-country trails through the winter landscape of Obergurgl
  • 1 high-altitude trail in Hochgurgl – ideal for high-altitude training
  • Total length: 12 km of high-alpine cross-country trails
Quiet paths through the snow-covered winter
Snowshoeing & winter walking

Anyone wishing to escape the hustle and bustle of the ski slopes for a few hours can put on their snowshoes and set off – through forests, across alpine pastures and along quiet paths that take on a magic all of their own in winter. In Obergurgl, there are guided snowshoe walks for anyone who’d like to be accompanied, and marked routes for those who want to explore nature on their own.

A particular highlight: the night-time snowshoe walks beneath the starry sky of the rear Ötztal – an experience you won’t forget in a hurry.

Hochgurgl Natural Toboggan Run – Fun for all ages
Tobogganing & Sledging

Make way for tobogganists: the 3 km-long, winding natural toboggan run in Hochgurgl runs from the top station to the bottom station of the Hochgurglbahn – and puts a smile on the faces of young and old alike. Once a week, the run is transformed into a romantic night-time tobogganing experience, adding an unforgettable evening atmosphere to your winter holiday in Obergurgl.

Toboggan hire is available directly at the valley and mountain stations at Scheiber Sport.

Ice skating, ice hockey & curling

On the ice – a well-rounded affair

The ice rink in Obergurgl offers a welcome change from a day on the slopes. Whether in the sunshine during the day or under floodlights in the evening – young and old alike enjoy a spot of skating here. Particularly popular with groups: curling, the sociable winter pastime for anyone who fancies taking things at a slightly more leisurely pace.

Winter in Obergurgl is both noisy and quiet. Noisy on the slopes, quiet in the Swiss stone pine forest, and full of fun on the toboggan run.
Ready for your winter holiday in the Ötztal?
Book your room at the Hotel Mathiesn

Book your skiing holiday right by the slopes now – with half-board, spa facilities and everything that makes a winter holiday in Obergurgl so special.

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Hotel Mathiesn
Ramolweg 12
6456 Obergurgl Austria
+43 5256 6280 info@mathiesn.at
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