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Hochsölden Ski Resort Review

Wertu ski expert
May 4, 2024

Hochsölden, a high-altitude snow paradise, offers a unique ski-in, ski-out experience with its slopeside accommodations, and is renowned for its reliable snow conditions and extensive network of perfectly groomed pistes.

Hochsölden overview

Stats

4.8
/5
Rating
2090
m
Resort height
3340
m
Summit

KM of slopes

69.5
Beginners
46.6
Intermediates
69.5
Experts
143.4
Total

Best for

Fun
Intermediates
Experts
Boarders
Fun
Apres-ski
Fun
Fun
Fun

Hochsölden for beginners

Beginners rating -
69.5
Perfect
Hochsölden is a great choice for beginners, with a variety of gentle slopes and a dedicated ski school for those new to the sport. The resort features easy-to-use lifts, which are accessible from the beginner areas, allowing novices to easily navigate the resort. Despite being a popular destination, Hochsölden manages to maintain a less crowded atmosphere, providing a comfortable and safe environment for beginners to learn and practice.

Hochsölden for intermediates

Intermediates rating -
Intermediates
Perfect
Intermediate skiers will find Hochsölden to be a perfect fit with its wide range of blue and red pistes. The resort is known for its high-altitude skiing, ensuring reliable snow conditions. The Giggijoch area is particularly popular among intermediates, offering a variety of wide, sweeping runs. The Tiefenbach and Rettenbach glaciers also provide more challenging terrains for those looking to push their skills further.

Hochsölden for advanced

Advanced skiers rating -
Experts
Perfect
Advanced skiers will find Hochsölden a paradise with its challenging terrains and high-altitude slopes. The resort is home to the Big 3 Rally, a 50km circuit that takes in some of the most challenging runs in the area, including the steep and thrilling Schwarze Schneid. Additionally, the resort's off-piste opportunities are a magnet for advanced skiers, with the Gaislachkogl area offering some of the most challenging and exhilarating off-piste skiing.

Hochsölden for snowboarders

Snowboarders rating -
Boarders
Perfect
Hochsölden is a snowboarder's delight with its wide, open pistes and off-piste opportunities. The resort features a fun park with a variety of jumps and rails for freestylers to test their skills. Additionally, the resort's high altitude ensures excellent snow conditions throughout the season, making it a reliable choice for snowboarders.

Hochsölden for off-pistes

Off-pistes rating -
Fun
Perfect
Hochsölden is a freerider's dream, with its high-altitude terrain and deep snow conditions. The resort offers a variety of off-piste opportunities, from the wide-open powder fields of the Rettenbach glacier to the steep and challenging slopes of the Gaislachkogl. The Big 3 Rally, a 50km off-piste route that takes in all three of the resort's highest peaks, is a must for any serious freerider.

Hochsölden for families

Families rating -
Fun
Perfect
Hochsölden is a fantastic choice for families, offering a range of accommodations close to the ski lifts, making it easy for families to hit the slopes. The resort features a dedicated children's area, the Ötzilino Ski Adventure Land, where young skiers can learn and play in a safe and fun environment. Off the slopes, families can enjoy a variety of activities such as tobogganing, ice skating, and indoor swimming, ensuring there's something for everyone.

Hochsölden apres-ski

Apres-ski rating -
Perfect
Apres-ski
Hochsölden offers a more relaxed après-ski atmosphere, perfect for those who prefer a calm evening after a day on the slopes. You can unwind at the cosy bars such as the Hühnersteign or the Sonnblick, both known for their warm ambiance and excellent selection of drinks. For those seeking a bit more excitement, the resort also offers night skiing and tobogganing for a unique après-ski experience.

Hochsölden

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Hochsölden food scene

Hochsölden is a fantastic choice for families, offering a range of accommodations close to the ski lifts, making it easy for families to hit the slopes. The resort features a dedicated children's area, the Ötzilino Ski Adventure Land, where young skiers can learn and play in a safe and fun environment. Off the slopes, families can enjoy a variety of activities such as tobogganing, ice skating, and indoor swimming, ensuring there's something for everyone.