Ice skating & ice curling
Conquering the icy surface
Come on and join us on the icy ground. In Ötztal you will find an ice skating rink in every larger holiday village. On the partly illuminated ice skating rinks you can do pirouettes - or at least try - or give ice curling a try. Although it is no longer an insider tip, it is still our greatest treasure: the natural ice rink on frozen lake Piburger See – too beautiful and yet true.
Ice skating on lake Piburger See
As soon as scenic lake Piburger See above Oetz disappears under a thick layer of ice, the ice quality is checked by a commission. When green lights you can cross the lake safely - with lovely Seejöchl behind you and majestic Acherkogel in view. Ice skate rental available at Gasthof Piburger See, shuttle buses from Oetz.
Facts:
- Opening times: natural ice surface will be open when there is a minimum ice surface and it is also accessible for walkers. Information available at our local information offices.
- Ice surface: 2 km long, 4 meters wide
- Ice skate rental: Naturpunkt - Gasthof Piburger See in Piburg, T +43 5252 6295
- Refreshment options: Hotel Seerose and Gasthof Seehäusl by the lake (Thu-Sun)
- Curling on ice: not possible
- Changing and sanitary facilities on site
- Entering the ice rink is at your own risk – pay attention to barriers and information signs.
Admission Card:
- Mon-Fri: free access
- Sa & So: admission cards are issued between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm at the ticket office next to the main entrance to the ice rink
- Adults: € 3,00
- Children: born 2007 and younger - free of charge
Don't dare go on the ice? Even with solid ground under your feet, you can explore a lot around Piburger See.
Ice skating rinks in Ötztal
You can find excellently prepared ice skating and ice curling sites between Haiming and Vent.
Frequently asked questions
Ice stock sport is a sociable winter activity that is particularly widespread in the Alps and has a long tradition. Ice stock sport can best be compared to Olympic curling on ice, although there are some differences. As a general rule, alpine curling is carried out as a team sport. Two teams try to shoot the curling stones from the starting point as close as possible to the "house". In addition to some artificial ice rinks where curling can be practiced, Ötztal in Tirol also offers a very special experience for pursuing this sport: in winter, if the ice layer is thick enough, alpine curling can be played in a scenic idyll on the natural ice surface of lake Piburger See. HERE you can find out more about all opportunities in Ötztal.
A classic "ice curling match" as a duel between two teams, usually consists of 6 so-called turns and lasts about 30 minutes. In addition to some artificial ice rinks where curling can be practiced, Ötztal in Tirol also offers a very special experience for pursuing this sport: in winter, if the ice layer is thick enough, alpine curling can be played in a scenic idyll on the natural ice surface of lake Piburger See. HERE you can find out more about all opportunities in Ötztal.
The shoes for curling should definitely be non-slip, as you play on a smooth and quite slippery surface. In addition, waterproof and lined shoes are not a disadvantage at all, since you don't move too much when ice curling and moisture can accumulate in the shoes. Many people also rely on shoes with a higher shaft, which provides additional stability. In addition to some artificial ice rinks where curling can be practiced, Ötztal in Tirol also offers a very special experience for pursuing this sport: in winter, if the ice layer is thick enough, alpine curling can be played in a scenic idyll on the natural ice surface of lake Piburger See. HERE you can find out more about all opportunities in Ötztal.