Hiking & skiing during autumn in Sölden.

Between golden autumn panoramas, the first ski turns on the glacier and hiking in wonderfully mild temperatures on pristine trails: superb autumn in Ötztal combines the best of all seasons. When else can you hike and ski in the same holiday? Enjoy picture-book autumn in Sölden at Hotel Grauer Bär, located right next to Gaislachkogl gondola lift.

Autumn
variety

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On over 1,600 marked hiking trails, you will walk through the natural spectacle of autumn. The larch forests glow in shades of yellow and orange while the first snow has already fallen on the peaks. The clear air and special light create fantastic photo opportunities. Nearby Gaislachkogl mountain gondola takes you up to 3,048 meters where your autumn adventure begins.

Hiking in
autumnal Ötztal

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While ideal hiking conditions still prevail in the valley, the glaciers are already covered in first-class snow. Up here at Tiefenbach and Rettenbach glaciers, you can carve your way down on over 34.5 kilometers of perfectly groomed slopes stretching between 2,670 and 3,340 meters. The glacier skibus stops directly in front of Hotel Grauer Bär.

Glacier skiing in
perfect conditions

Aerial view of a modern resort with several outdoor pools, green lawns and glass buildings, surrounded by trees, patches of snow and a nearby river.

After a day in Ötztal's autumnal mountain world, the sauna and steam bath at Grauer Bär await you - ready to pamper you with pleasant warmth. Superb AQUA DOME in Längenfeld is also very close by, featuring 12 pools, 7 saunas, thermal water coming from a depth of 1,865 meters and awe-inspiring mountain views.

Wellness & thermal spa
AQUA DOME

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Whether flowing trails, challenging mountain bike routes or more leisurely e-bike tours - the golden season offers perfect conditions for truly memorable biking adventures in the Ötztal Alps. Exploring Sölden on two wheels in autumn lets you experience the Alps at their most beautiful.

Autumnal biking days
in Ötztal

More of
autumn

Your starting point for autumn hiking, skiing & more in Sölden

The glacier skibus stops in front of the hotel and takes you to the glacier ski area free of charge
Prime location directly at Gaislachkogl gondola lift
Hiking trails start right at the hotel
Wellness parlor offering infrared lounge, Bären sauna, bio sauna, steam bath, aroma steam room
Seasonal cooking with regional ingredients, rooms bookable with breakfast or half board

Rooms & Suites

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Glacier
skiing

Winter fun as early as October

The glacier ski mountains of Tiefenbach and Rettenbach open as early as October, when the valley is ablaze with autumnal colors. On over 34.5 kilometers of perfectly groomed slopes between 2,670 and 3,340 meters above sea level, winter begins while summer still lingers in the valley below.

Season starts as early as October
34.5 km of perfectly groomed slopes
At altitudes between 2,670 and 3,340 meters
The glacier skibus stops right in front of the hotel and is free of charge

Four skiers stand in front of a wood-paneled tunnel in the snow-covered mountains, gazing out at the picturesque alpine landscape under a brilliant blue sky.

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Hiking &
Biking

Hiking today, skiing tomorrow in Sölden

Whether you are hiking towards the summits or rather enjoy mountain biking, the mild autumn climate creates a very special atmosphere and countless photo opportunities. After your active excursion in the mountains, swap your bike shorts or hiking boots for a fluffy bathrobe and relax at the Bären sauna. In the evenings, traditional Tirolean cooking and a glass of fine wine await you in our cozy lounge.

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Culture &
Excursions

Everything looks even more beautiful in autumn

Take a trip to the other quaint holiday villages of Ötztal, visit the Golden Roof in Innsbruck, explore the Ötzi Village or spend a relaxing afternoon at the AQUA DOME spa center in Längenfeld. Autumn in Ötztal offers a wealth of activities beyond just sports. Explore the valley's highlights and the entire holiday region when the scenery is at its most beautiful.

A large indoor pool with a winding waterfall, glass walls and ceiling, a bridge-like walkway, rows of free-standing loungers and streaming daylight.

A modern glass building towers on a rocky mountain ridge with people moving across the scene. Snow-capped peaks are in the background under a clear sky.

Relaxation time
in autumn

Autumn is wellness season

At lovely Hotel Grauer Bär and its own small but exquisite wellness parlor, the sauna is never far away. Enjoy wellness moments with a wonderful autumn panorama at AQUA DOME in Längenfeld, just a stone's throw away. Thermal water coming from a depth of 1,865 meters, seemingly free-floating pools on stilts with panoramic views that add a unique touch to your wellness experience.

Visit AQUA DOME

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Your Autumn between colors,
peaks & first turns on skis

Skiing fun in the morning. Hiking bliss in the afternoon. All this is possible in a single autumn day in Sölden. In the evening, return to Hotel Grauer Bär where autumn is also reflected in its dinner menu: tasty venison dishes, hearty soups, followed by a relaxing sauna session. Explore scenic autumn in Ötztal at splendid Hotel Grauer Bär in a prime location in Sölden.

When autumn arrives, something special happens in Ötztal as the hiking trails become less crowded, the views from the mountain huts are more expansive, the air clearer and the light makes the alpine colors glow. At the same time, the glacier ski area opens high up in the mountains with 34.5 km of superbly groomed slopes. In the valley below, autumn colors still blaze. Skiing fun in the morning. Hiking bliss in the afternoon. All this is possible in a single autumn day in Sölden. In the evening, return to Hotel Grauer Bär where autumn is also reflected in its dinner menu: tasty venison dishes, hearty soups, followed by a relaxing sauna session. Explore scenic autumn in Ötztal at splendid Hotel Grauer Bär in a prime location in Sölden.

A person looks out at a mountain landscape featuring a heart-shaped blue lake, surrounded by rocky terrain and distant snow-capped peaks.

A mountain village with a river, a church and trees in autumn colors nestles in a green valley, surrounded by wood-covered hills and distant mountains under a brilliant blue sky.

A person is riding a bicycle up a gravel path towards wooden huts on a grassy slope with mountains and a blue sky in the background.

A person relaxes on a wooden deck chair on a terrace overlooking trees in autumnal colors and snow-capped mountains under a brilliant blue sky.

Two mountain bikers ride down a rocky path on a rugged slope at sunset, surrounded by mountains and a glowing sky in the background.

Blue gondola cabins travel up through a forest in autumnal colors. The sky is clear and the sunlight makes the golden foliage glow.

Two people hike down a rocky slope toward a mountain lake at sunset with mountains and a winding path in the background.

Hiking & skiing during autumn in Sölden.

Autumn variety

Your Autumn between colors, peaks & first turns on skis

Autumn
variety

Your Autumn between colors,
peaks & first turns on skis