Snowshoe hiking
Big feet, great fun
Little equipment, quick learning plus heaps of fun. That probably best describes this gentle type of winter sport. The lightweight snowshoes are quickly attached to the winter mountain boots and everyone cuts a fine figure on them in almost no time at all. Snowshoes and hiking poles can be conveniently rented from countless sports shops within the Oetz region. Far away from the hustle and bustle of the crowded ski areas you trudge across country through the quiet winter wonderland.Guided tours on snowshoes

Moonlight tour Ochsengarten

Every Monday
Equipped with headlamps you explore the breathtaking winter wonderland in the surroundings of Ochsengarten. We take you through the picture-book forest covered in white, resembling a glittering white carpet under the twinkling stars. Indulge in a truly romantic atmosphere and listen to the crackling fresh snow under your feet.
Where | Ochsengarten |
Meeting point | 8.00 pm. Ochsengarten mountain gondola, base station |
Hiking time | without rest stop approx. 1 hour, return approx. 10.00 pm |
Fee | € 5.00 per person; guests staying at Ötztal Nature Park partners – free of charge |
Extra Fee | € 10.00 per person (snowshoe rental, headlamp) |
Equipment | appropriate winter walking gear (sturdy boots – no moonboots, warm clothes), ski poles, enough to drink |
Group | min. 3 persons, max. 15 persons (minimum age 8 years) |
Booking | Ötztal Tourismus – Information Ochsengarten, T + 43 (0) 57200 820, ochsengarten@oetztal.com, at the Ötztal Tourist offices, at your accommodation, by Monday (12.00 noon) |
WinterMagic Ochsengarten

Every Wednesday
Enjoy awe-inspiring panoramic views of the surrounding Alpine landscape on our hike off the beaten tracks, far away from busy ski slopes. Snow-covered forests and meadows all in white provide peace and quiet. Walking on snowshoes, nature shows its own varied facets to the nature explorers – A very intensive experience of a very special kind. OUR TIP: Bring a camera or a pair of binoculars!
Where | Ochsengarten - Haiminger Sattele |
Meeting point | 9.45 am, Sattele area located above Ochsengarten; car park (subject to a charge: € 3 in coins), bus connection from Ochsengarten and Haiming |
Walking Time | without rest stop approx. 2 hours, return approx 3.00 pm |
Rest Stop | Feldring Alm (1888m) |
Fee | € 10.00 per person; guests staying at Ötztal Nature Park partners – free of charge |
Extra Fee | € 5.00 per person (snowshoes, toboggan rental) |
Equipment | appropriate winter walking gear (sturdy boots – no moonboots, warm clothes), ski poles, enough to drink |
Group | min. 3 persons, max. 15 persons (minimum age 8 years) |
Booking | Ötztal Tourismus – Information Ochsengarten, T + 43 (0) 57200 500, ochsengarten@oetztal.com, at the Ötztal Tourist offices, at your accommodation, by Tuesday (4.30 pm) |