Bad weather programme is fun
Imagine it's a terrible weather, but you're lucky enough to be in Ötztal. Because here you can enjoy great excursions and activities whatever the weather and whatever the occasion.
12 recommendations for a variety of activities that will put you in a good mood even in bad weather
Even if it's stormy and snowing, raining or cold and damp - there's no reason to mope. At least not in Ötztal, where numerous offers and activities turn bad weather into a good opportunity. We have a colourful selection of tips for you on sports & fun, culture & nature, wellness & enjoyment, ...
A for adventure & action - on a grandiose mission in the James Bond adventure world 007 ELEMENTS
Inside the summit of the Gaislachkogl (3,048 m), 007 ELEMENTS is a unique, interactive, high-tech James Bond adventure world. Nowhere else will you be offered such a fascinating look behind the scenes of the Bond films and find yourself in original film sets. It all starts with a ride on the Gaislachkogl cable car and can be topped off with culinary delights at ice Q. An absolute must-do!
B for swimming fun & bubble floor - the Freizeit Arena Sölden offers a variety of fun for young and old
You don't have to worry about the bad weather while you relax on the bubble floor or a bubble lounger. Whether it's the rock grotto with massage jets or the wild water channel, the family-friendly adventure pool promises great bathing fun. With its sauna area, fitness centre, sports hall and bistro, Freizeit Arena Sölden also offers plenty of opportunities for sport and relaxation.
C for cool & cultic - the TOP Mountain Motorcycle Museum is not just a favourite with motorbike enthusiasts
More than 500 historic motorbikes from 1885 to the present day, including many rarities and cult bikes, are not just for bikers. With a varied, partly interactive programme, the TOP Mountain Motorcycle Museum in Hochgurgl is always worth a visit - at the Top Mountain Crosspoint on the Timmelsjoch High Alpine Road.
D for thunderbolt & village life - immerse yourself in the fascinating life of Stone Age people in the Ötzi village
The Ötzi village with bird of prey park in Umhausen is an enchanting experience for the whole family and invites you to join in. In the archaeological open-air park you can get very close to life in the Neolithic Age. In bad weather, the huts offer shelter where you can learn how to make a fire like in the Stone Age and much more.
E for relaxation & recreation - treat yourself to the very best in multi-faceted wellness at the AQUA DOME
As a true wellness temple with a thermal spring, the AQUA DOME impresses even in the outdoor area, where three impressive floating pools entice you to enjoy a swim with a marvellous panorama. 12 indoor and outdoor pools, an equally diverse sauna world, beauty department, fitness centre and the spacious children's area with free childcare leave nothing to be desired in terms of pure well-being and relaxation.
F for flora & fauna - at the Nature Park House you can learn about Ötztal's natural treasures in an exciting way
If the weather doesn't invite you to go on an outdoor discovery tour in the Ötztal Nature Park, the Nature Park House in Längenfeld is a fabulous and obvious alternative. The multimedia "Nature EXPERIENCE Exhibition" for all senses brings you closer to plants & animals, habitats or the fascination of water in Ötztal.
G wie Genuss & Geschenke - indulge your palate with a tasting of local specialities
If you can't enjoy the weather, you can enjoy the regional delicacies of Ötztal all the more. The mild climate at the entrance to the valley is even suitable for growing wine, as the tasting of award-winning wines from Zoller-Saumwald proves. High-quality brandies can also be tasted at the Mair distillery, for example. You can find more schnapps distilleries and culinary specialities that also make great gifts here and here.
H for craftsmanship & home - experience traditional craftsmanship at the Ötztal Sheep Wool Centre
Sheep farming has a long tradition in Ötztal, as the thousands of years of sheep herding alone shows. Just as traditional and impressive is the processing of the natural product into yarns, felt wool or fluffy carpets at the Ötztal Sheep's Wool Centre. A tour of the workshop brings craftsmanship closer.
I for indoor bike park & impressions for life - be ready for the ultimate adventure at AREA 47
At the entrance to the valley, AREA 47, Austria's largest outdoor leisure park, is an international magnet for adventure-seekers. With a huge slip-n-slide, blobbing and wakeboarding, the water sports and fun on offer here are so action-packed that rain doesn't matter at all. The high ropes course is sheltered from the rain and the mega indoor bike park offers unforgettable experiences for beginners and experts alike, whatever the weather!
J for jacket & snack - hiking with a weatherproof outfit rewards you with a great experience of nature and culinary delights
Even if the saying seems nine times clever, it's true. With suitable outdoor clothing, a hike in the rain can be particularly appealing - where you meet few people and the impressions of nature are sometimes stronger. Short hikes on forest paths and to nearby mountain pastures are suitable. In Sölden, for example, from the Giggijoch mountain station to Gampe Thaya, known for its excellent cuisine, or in Längenfeld to the Brandalm.
K for art & culture - Ötztal's museums provide fascinating insights into history & culture
The three Ötztal museums invite you on an exciting journey through centuries of life and culture in Ötztal with a contemporary twist. In the Tower Museum in Oetz, a collection of around 5,000 artefacts spans from the Middle Ages to contemporary art. In the local history museum and memory store in Längenfeld, you can follow rural life from the past up close thanks to 11 ancient buildings, such as a mill.
L for Land & People - day trips to particularly worthwhile sights in Tyrol
Ambras Castle, situated in an idyllic park above the nearby provincial capital of Innsbruck, is the oldest museum in the world and impresses with its magnificent art collections and fabulous cabinet of curiosities. The Swarovski Crystal Worlds, a glittering crystal wonderland full of fantasy, art and the joy of play, will also amaze you. These are just 2 examples of the marvellously large selection.