Hiking in Tyrol, the heart of the Austrian Alps
Family holidays at Hotel Edelweiss & Gurgl in Obergurgl
Follow the tracks of smugglers in the Alps. Cross the border from Austria into South Tyrol on secret mountain paths just like in the old days. Hiking in Tyrol and Obergurgl – almost borderless.
The Alps may seem untouched and rough at a first glance but the second glance opens your view into the many hiking paths which run through the breathtaking mountain world of the Austrian Ötztal Alps. Step onto hiking paths that once were used by smugglers and adventurers to cross the border into South Tyrol.
Hiking in Tyrol: suitable for the whole family with theme hikes
Of course not all themed hiking trails and panorama trails lead up into high alpine regions. Families with toddlers will appreciate the numerous family-friendly hiking paths, which have many things for children to explore and have views into the majestic surrounding 3,000 metre peaks.
Grandma and Grandpa are of course part of the hiking fun in Tyrol. Before the school holidays start the smallest can enjoy the peace and quiet beauty of the mountains in Obergurgl with their grandparents. With the summer cable cars the way up to family hiking in the Tyrol is effortless for everyone.
Excursions for tall and small: family hiking in Tyrol at Hotel Edelweiss & Gurgl
Small hiking fans want variety. And older hiking enthusiasts will also enjoy spending their precious holiday days at the Tyrol Thermal Spa Längenfeld. You can also undertake a bus ride to the Ötztal Glacier or the Timmelsjoch summit or visit the Swarovski Crystal World in Wattens. With the Ötztal Card the whole family will enjoy numerous benefits and extras.
Hiking hotel Edelweiss & Gurgl: your starting point for hiking in Tyrol’s Obergurgl
Families with small children, as well as those who seek peace and quiet and appreciate travelling at a slower pace, will feel at home right away at the hiking hotel Edelweiss & Gurgl. Especially before the main summer school breaks start.
And do you know what else is good news for a hiking holiday in Tyrol? Several low-budget carriers fly to the Innsbruck airport and the Munich airport the whole year round and offer fantastic fares before peak season. You will reach the Tyrolean Alps in no time and with a shuttle service that the team at Hotel Edelweiss & Gurgl can arrange for you the last couple of metres from the airport to your Obergurgl hotel are also taken care of. Best send an online enquiry right away.
Impressions
Relaxing family holidays with children and relatives: limitless hiking fun and exciting experiences in the mountains of Tyrol in Austria.
Family holidays at the Hotel Edelweiss & Gurgl: fun in the pool
Archery - mental balance and focus in the fresh mountain air
Beginning of the mountain summer in the Obergurgl hiking region
Hiking on old smuggling routes to South Tyrol
Nordic walking in the majestic mountain scenery
Ramolhaus chalet: starting point of numerous hiking trails in Tyrol
On familiar terms with Mrs. Cow: no milk cartons in Obergurgl!
Beaming children's faces - your family holiday at the Hotel Edelweiss & Gurgl
Day activity tips
A few activity tips from Hotel Edelweiss & Gurgl for your hiking and family holidays in Tyrol.
10:00 a.m.
Gym introduction
12:00 a.m.
A ride on the Hohe Mut cable car
02:00 p.m.
Discovery hike: Swiss pine forest
04:00 p.m
Kneipping at the Ötztal Mountain lake
06:00 p.m.
Relaxation at the sauna
10:00 a.m.
Morning meditation
12:00 a.m.
Swimming in the pool
02:00 p.m.
Visit the Stuibenfall waterfalls
04:00 p.m.
A visit to the “Ötzi” Village
06:00 p.m.
Mer & Sens massage
10:00 a.m.
Nordic Walking course for beginners
12:00 a.m.
Rafting
02:00 p.m.
Archery
04:00 p.m.
Riding lesson
06:00 p.m.
Wellness & whirlpool
10:00 a.m.
Back fit
12:00 a.m.
Small mountain biking tour
02:00 p.m.
Ramol House hiking tour
04:00 p.m.
A break at the waterfalls
06:00 p.m.
Arriving at the Ramol House
10:00 a.m.
7am breakfast, 8am departure
12:00 a.m.
A break at the Ramoljoch
02:00 p.m.
Take a rest in your room
04:00 p.m.
Swimming at the wellness area
06:00 p.m.
Table foosball at the hotel
10:00 a.m.
Trip to Vent
12:00 a.m-
Loop hike Rofenhöfe summits
02:00 p.m
Taking the Gaislachkogel cable car in Soelden
04:00 p.m
Ayurveda treatment at the spa
06:00 p.m.
Aperitif at the hotel bar
10:00 a.m.
Herbal hike
12:00 a.m.
Take a break at the Lenzenalm Chalet
02:00 p.m.
Short break at Pillersee Lake
04:00 p.m.
Introduction to the wellness area
06:00 p.m.
Welcome speech and introduction to activities
