Gaislachalm
Map & elevation profile
The Tour
From Sölden, conveniently with the Zentrum Shuttle or via the hiking trail by the church past the hamlet of Innerwald. At the small chapel in Innerwald, a small path runs along the mountain meadows towards Stiegele. From Stiegele, it then goes leisurely along the wide forest road towards Gaislach Alm. The hike to the alpine guesthouse Gaislachalm is a leisurely hike for the whole family. The Gaislachalm is a rustic guesthouse with a small petting zoo for the children. The view into the Ventertal is breathtaking.
The Zentrum shuttle is also open in summer, making it easy to cover the first altitude meters comfortably.
Regions & Places
Mountain areas
Details
Characteristics
Way types
Safety guidelines
Easy hiking trail:
suitable for beginners and walkers.
Please note the current weather report at: https://www.oetztal.com/de/sommer.html
Additional information
More info about hiking in the Ötztal: https://www.oetztal.com/wandern
Recommended literature
Recommended maps
Directions
Family-friendly hike to the Gaislachalm
The hike to the Gaislachalm is a leisurely excursion for the whole family – ideal for enjoying nature, the view, and a cozy stop. You have two routes to choose from:
Option 1: From Sölden, you can easily reach the hamlet of Innerwald by the Zentrum Shuttle or on foot via the hiking trail (start at the church). Behind the small chapel in Innerwald, a narrow path branches off along the mountain meadows towards Stiegele. From there, follow the wide forest road with a gentle ascent to Gaislachalm.
Option 2: Alternatively, you can take the Gaislachkogl cable car to the middle station. From there, keep left and hike on a well-marked path directly to the Gaislachalm.
The Gaislachalm is a traditional alpine guesthouse with a cozy atmosphere, regional cuisine, and a small petting zoo – especially popular with children.
It also offers a breathtaking view of the Ventertal, making this excursion a special experience.
Arrival
Public transit
Travel comfortably and safely by train to the Ötztal railway station. The final station or exit point is ÖTZTAL station. Afterwards, you can travel conveniently and quickly by public transport or local taxi services through the entire valley to your desired destination. The current bus schedule is available at: http://fahrplan.vvt.at
Starting point
Getting there
The car ride to ÖTZTAL. Located in Tyrol, the ÖTZTAL branches southwards as the longest side valley of the Eastern Alps. Travelers arrive by car via the Inn valley to the valley entrance and further along the Ötztal valley. Besides the toll highway, country roads can also be used. Your drive can be quickly and conveniently planned with the route planner: To the route planner: https://www.google.at/maps
Parking
In Sölden, the following parking options are available:
- Postplatz parking lot
- Stiegele parking lot
- Step parking lot
- Giggijoch cable car + underground garage
- Gaislachkogl cable car + underground garage
- Hochsölden parking lot
- Hochsölden parking garage, 1st deck
The parking lots are chargeable.
For multi-day parking (e.g., hut tours):
- Parking ticket either online or directly at the Gaislachkogl cable car ticket office