Sölden, Oetz Valley NEW
The Oetz Valley in the heart of
the Austrian Tirol is an area of
spectacular scenery. Surrounded
by high peaks and glaciers,
Sölden offers outstanding
walking at all levels.
- Spectacular high peaks of the
- Friendly, family-run, 4-star hotel
Oetztal Alps
- Magnificent mountain walks
Detailed information
| Classic Walking programme details |
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On these holidays there is a choice of two walks forvarying abilities each day. For maximum choice we
offer two weekly itineraries; ideal if your wish to book a 4-night holiday or return for a second visit.
Holidays before the 5 July offer walks from both itineraries to suit lifts and snow conditions.
ITINERARY ONE
Weeks of: 12, 26 July; 9, 23 August 2008
Day 1: arrival day |
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Day 2: ascend on the chairlift to Hochsölden to
explore the beautiful high meadows, with panoramic
views of the main valley far below.
Day 3: travel to Obergurgl, the highest village in Austria, to walk beneath the towering snow-capped
peaks and glaciers on the Italian border.
Day 4: head down the valley to Oetz for walks to the
attractive Piburgersee Lake or follow the dramatic
Knappenweg miners track beneath the summit of
Acherkogel.
Day 5: free day - relax in the futuristic aqua dome
thermal spa at Längenfeld or explore the other valley
villages.
Day 6: explore the head of the valley beyond the
village of Vent, either to a remote mountain hut or a
superb high traverse on the slopes of Wildspitze.
Day 7: follow the narrow gorge between Sölden and
Zwiesselstein or ascend to the summit of
Brunnenkogel which towers above the resort; a fitting
finale to the week.
Day 8: departure day
ITINERARY TWO
Weeks of: 5, 19 July; 2, 16, 30 Aug
Day 1: arrival day
Day 2: discover the grandeur and rugged beauty of
the Oetz Valley by ascending the gondola onto the
slopes of Gaislachkogel for fabulous walks with
breathtaking views.
Day 3: visit the idyllically-located village of Vent,
complete with its traditional Tirolean church, to walk
in this unspoilt area of high peaks and glaciers.
Day 4: walk to the spectacular Stübenfall waterfall, a
huge single cascade of water, and the small village of
Niederthai, before descending through the trees to
Längenfeld.
Day 5: free day - perhaps experience the mighty
glaciers above Sölden; a truly awe-inspiring alpine
experience.
Day 6: follow the cascading river through the gorge
from Obergurgl to Zwiesselstein or enjoy a
magnificent high-level traverse above the Gurgler
Valley to the Soomsee and Nedersee lakes.
Day 7: take the chairlift high above Hochsölden to
sample the area’s high meadows, perhaps heading
for the rocky 3,016 metre summit of Schwarzkogel.
Day 8: departure day
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Please Note: The above programme should give you a good feel for the walks at this resort but is subject to change. Each year we listen carefully to the views of our guests and make improvements to our walking programmes. Further information will be sent to you prior to your holiday; however the final selection of walks will be made by your walking leaders. Local transport to and from walks
Local transport is not included in the cost of your holiday.
Please allow €60 (approx £42) per week for
transport during the week, excluding your free day. Payable
locally in Euros.
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| Footpath information |
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Easier Walks: 5 to 7½ miles on good paths which can be rough or stony. 700ft to 1,650 of ascent in
a day. |
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Harder Walks: 6 to 10 miles with some steeper and rougher routes. 1,500ft to 3,750 of ascent in a day. |
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| Dates and prices |
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| Sat 28 June 2008 |
£694 |
£479 |
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| Sat 5, 12, 19, 26 July 2008 |
£694 |
£479 |
£1,024 |
£809 |
| Sat 2, 9, 16, 23 August 2008 |
£694 |
£479 |
£1,024 |
£809 |
| Sat 30 August 2008 |
£694 |
£479 |
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Single room supplement: £7 per night
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| Climate Information |
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| June |
18°C |
8°C |
6 |
120mm |
| July |
20°C |
10°C |
7 |
133mm |
| August |
19°C |
9°C |
6 |
124mm |
| Sept |
17°C |
7°C |
6 |
82mm |
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| Travel to resort |
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Transfer from airport - If you book this holiday 'with
flight' you will arrive at Munich airport. The onward journey
to Sölden by coach takes approximately 3hours.
Latest HF Holidays Flight Information - updated 21/08/2007 (provisional)
Lufthansa
Heathrow - Munich
Out 11:05 - 13:50
Return 15:30 - 16:45
Lufthansa
Manchester - Munich
Out 11:25 - 14:25
Return 15:30 - 16:45
Manchester flight supplement: £70
Lufthansa
Birmingham - Munich
Out 10:55 - 13:55
Return 15:20 - 16:35
Birmingham flight supplement: £50
Airport Parking: To book secure airport parking throughout the UK visit Purple Parking or Holiday Extras to book on-line.
Airport Hotels: To book airport hotels throughout the UK visit Holiday Extras to book on-line.
Airport Lounges: To book airport lounges visit Holiday Extras to book on-line.
Making Your Own Travel Arrangements
Flights to Munich: There is a good variety of direct flights from the UK to Munich. If you are making your own arrangements you may want to consider one of the following options:
www.lufthansa.com flights from Birmingham, Heathrow & Mancester..
www.ba.com flights from Gatwick & Heathrow.
www.easyjet.com flights from Stansted & Edinburgh.
• To transfer to Sölden, one option is to join the HF Holidays' transfer (supplement £24 single). Please contact our Reservations Dept to book your place and to find out the latest times.
• Alternatively Munich Airport has its own railway station from where you should take a train to Ötztal station (probably requries changes at Munich Ost and Innsbruck). See www.bahn.de. There are regular buses from Ötztal station to Sölden, from where it is just a few minutes' walk to the hotel. Bus times are avialable at www.oebb.at.
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| What the holiday includes |
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- Return economy class air travel - 'with flight' option.
- Airport transfers - 'with flight' option.
- 7 or 14 nights' accommodation in en-suite rooms.
- Half Board - Breakfast & evening meals.
- Services of two HF Holidays' leaders.
- 5 or 10 guided walks or sightseeing visits.
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| Other walking holiday ideas |
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Single guests are assured a warm welcome and friendly company on our Classic Walking for Solos holidays, and there's NO extra charge for single rooms.
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| Where you'll stay |
HOTEL ERHART
A warm welcome awaits from the Erhart family
at their friendly four-star hotel. Situated in a
peaceful setting, just a few minutes’ walk from
the centre of the resort, it has 28 en-suite
rooms, all with balconies and mountain views.
At the end of your walks relax in the spa pool
or sauna, or enjoy free use of Sölden’s superb
indoor swimming pool.
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