MORE THAN “JUST” SKIING OR SNOWBOARDING
Winter sports in Pitztal
Ski touring, cross-country skiing, tobogganing, and much more!
Leave everyday life behind you on ski tours in the snow-covered Pitztal mountains or cross-country skiing on the perfectly groomed valley trail, on the Pitztal Glacier, in the Rifflsee area, or in the impressive Kaunergrat Nature Park. Snowshoeing, winter hiking, ice skating, and curling are other popular activities in the Pitztal Valley. Tobogganing on one of the numerous toboggan runs or a romantic horse-drawn sleigh ride round off your winter vacation in the Pitztal Valley.
Winter magic for the whole family
A winter holiday in the Pitztal Valley at Hotel Gundolf will be an unforgettable experience for all ages. A snowy playground awaits right outside the hotel, and a private toboggan run ensures exuberant fun.
The horse-drawn sleigh rides available in the village are particularly romantic – a highlight for the whole family. For little piste racers, the children's ski school is just 800 meters away, and the practice lift in Mandarfen offers the perfect slope for all beginners.
The winter landscape can also be wonderfully enjoyed off the slopes: The winter hiking trails start right outside the hotel and invite you to take relaxing strolls through the snowy countryside.
Cross-Country Skiing
Right in front of Hotel Gundolf you can access the valley cross-country trail, stretching up to 20 kilometers with several scenic loops. A small fee applies for trail usage, ensuring perfectly groomed tracks for every level of skier.
Snowshoe Hiking & Nature Experience
From the hotel you can set off on wonderful marked snowshoe trails through the quiet, snowy landscape. A very special highlight is the tour into the impressive Taschach Gorge, offering magical winter moments in untouched nature.
Family vacation in winter
Families with children who love snow will particularly enjoy themselves in Pitztal. Whether you come to ski or simply want to enjoy winter in all its facets, Pitztal in Tyrol offers a wide variety of activities for younger guests. There is also plenty to experience off the slopes in Pitztal: toboggan runs, ice rinks, winter hiking trails, cross-country ski trails, and a wide range of events round off your skiing vacation with your children.
Ski touring & freeriding
The Ötztal Alps, which geographically include the mountains of the Pitztal Valley, offer a genuine, wild nature experience without hustle and bustle. Guided tours and courses for beginners and advanced skiers give everyone the opportunity to experience the adventure of ski touring in the Pitztal Valley. Countless ski touring opportunities await around the Pitztal Glacier and Rifflsee area.
Cross-country skiing in Pitztal
The altitude of Mandarfen, at 1,680 m, guarantees ideal cross-country skiing conditions. The high-altitude trails on the Pitztal Glacier at 2,600 m and at Rifflsee at 2,280 m are guaranteed to have snow until late spring. The approximately 70 km of trails will make the heart of every cross-country skier and nature lover beat faster. Two popular examples are the Hubertusloipe, which starts right next to the nature park house at Gachen Blick at 1,500 m, and, a little lower down in the district of Piller, the Fuchsmoosloipe. Use of the trail is subject to a fee.
Winter hiking & snowshoeing
No previous knowledge is required, so those looking for winter sports fun away from the slopes can reach regions that are otherwise difficult to access. Discover the beautiful winter landscape of the Pitztal Valley with trained, certified mountain guides and/or ski instructors. Hiking in the nature park, to an alpine pasture, or a short tour in the ski area: discover the winter hiking highlights of the Pitztal Valley and experience the peace and power of snow-covered nature. You can also set off on easy, signposted snowshoe hikes directly from the hotel on your own.
Association of Pitztal Mountain Guides
Either you look for summit tours around the Wildspitze, for magnificient ski tours or great freeride skiing days. In summer and winter we guide you to the most beautiful spots in the Pitztal valley. And create your unforgettable mountain moments.
