Winter hiking, cross-country skiing & more in Sölden

Sölden in winter is so much more than just alpine skiing and snowboarding. If you are looking for the tranquility of snow-covered mountains, the whole world of winter unfolds right outside Hotel Grauer Bär. Breathe in the crystal-clear mountain air, feel the crunch of snow under your boots, discover the valley in your own way. Thanks to our central location and the bus stop right in front of the hotel, you can easily and conveniently reach all the cross-country ski trails, winter hiking paths & much more.

Winter
Hiking

Winter hiking & snowshoeing in Sölden

Explore wintry Ötztal on over 250 kilometers of cleared and signposted winter hiking trails. Be it a leisurely stroll on the groomed paths along Ötztaler Ache river or a solitary snowshoe tour through untouched, snow-covered stone pine forests, just follow the tracks in the snow and let them lead you to breathtaking viewpoints. Rustic alpine pasture inns and countless serviced mountain huts along the trails invite you to warm up and enjoy the scenery.

Explore winter hiking trails

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Two people in winter clothing are hiking along a snow-covered forest path in brilliant sunshine, surrounded by tall stone pine trees and mountains in the background.

Cross-country
skiing

Cross-country skiing in Sölden & Ötztal

On a total of 143 kilometers of cross-country ski trails for classic and skating style, nordic sports enthusiasts can traverse the valley basins of Ötztal free of charge. For breathtaking panoramas, we recommend the snow-sure high-altitude trails in the immediate vicinity. Nordic skiing makes an ideal full-body workout against the fabulous mountain backdrop. You will gather unforgettable impressions for sure. The stop of the free public bus lines that take you effortlessly to the trailheads is located right in front of Hotel Grauer Bär in Sölden.

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Two people in winter clothing are standing in the snow with cross-country skis and poles, smiling at each other. In the background, snow-capped mountains and pine trees against a brilliant blue sky.

Two people are skiing along a groomed trail through a sunny mountain landscape, surrounded by trees and a brilliant blue sky.

Thermal baths at
AQUA DOME

Relaxation at its finest

Unique and nearby AQUA DOME in Längenfeld attracts visitors with scenic outdoor pools that seem to float in the winter mist against the backdrop of the mountains. Enjoy the pleasantly warm, healing thermal water coming out from a depth of 1,865 meters while snowflakes dance around you, or enjoy a wonderful sweating session in the huge sauna world.

Go to AQUA DOME

A woman in a white swimsuit sits inside a spa area in front of large windows, looking out at snow-covered mountains and outdoor fire pits at dusk.

Aerial view of a snow-covered resort with steaming outdoor pools, surrounded by snow-capped trees and buildings with mountains in the background.

Aerial view of two people snowshoeing on snow-covered ground, leaving tracks behind. Snow-covered trees are at the bottom of the image.

Winter
magic

A snow-covered ski slope with several yellow markers winds through a mountainous landscape.

Absolute snow guaranteed from October to May, two glacier ski areas and the legendary BIG3: all this is part of the giant Sölden ski area. Daily groomed slopes, state-of-the-art mountain lifts and powder runs are just as impressive as the countless places to stop for refreshments and the unique atmosphere in the mountain huts and alpine pasture inns. Close to everything: Hotel Grauer Bär.

Right next door:
Sölden ski area

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144 kilometers of slopes for all skill levels and the top-to-bottom ski run that ends almost directly at the hotel. Lines for carvers, slopes for freeriders, top ski schools for everyone who wants to practice their first turns or refine their technique. Hotel Grauer Bär is your favorite hotel right next to the Sölden ski area.

The ski run leads
almost to the hotel

A person stands smiling in deep snow with arms raised, surrounded by snow-covered trees in a winter landscape.

Away from the beaten ski slopes, untouched powder slopes and snow-covered forests await you. Discover over 250 kilometers of cleared winter hiking trails, leave your tracks on the 143 kilometers of perfectly groomed cross-country ski trails or enjoy tobogganing fun day and night. All very close by.

Winter in Ötztal at
its most tranquil

Splendid AQUA DOME thermal spa center in Längenfeld attracts visitors with seemingly free-floating outdoor pools on stilts and a unique sauna world against a snow-covered backdrop.

Winter wellness
indulgence

Winter hiking, cross-country skiing & more in Sölden

Winter magic

Winter
magic