A cycling holiday in Tyrol at an altitude of 2,000 metres
The Hotel & Apartment Alpenland is situated at the head of the Ötztal valley. From here, you can enjoy challenging mountain bike tours around Obergurgl, high-altitude road cycling rides and bike-and-hike tours. The high altitude also makes this an ideal location for altitude training by bike in Tyrol.
Leisure cycle routes in the Ötztal
Mountain bike tours around Obergurgl
Road cycling tours around Obergurgl
Bike-and-hike tours around Obergurgl
Guided tours & equipment hire at Sport Lohmann
Altitude training by bike in Tyrol
Embrace the thrill of mountain biking against stunning alpine scenery, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.
The Ötztal Leisure Cycle Route
Ötztal Cycle Route
The Ötztal Cycle Route is the ideal leisure cycle route for families. It runs along safe, traffic-free paths away from the main road, is well-maintained throughout and, thanks to its gentle gradient, can be enjoyed at a relaxed pace in stages. From Haiming to Sölden, you’ll be accompanied by the Ötztaler Ache river, vast meadows and the mountain scenery of the rear Ötztal valley. You can use the cycle bus to shorten individual sections as you wish. The cycle route is also well suited to e-bikes.
The mountain bike trails around Obergurgl range from easily rideable gravel tracks to long, steep climbs. The following routes are suitable for both traditional mountain bikes and e-mountain bikes.
6023 Langtalereckhütte
Tour 6023 leads from Obergurgl into the glacial landscape at the head of the Gurgler Valley. You’ll steadily gain altitude along an easily rideable gravel track, passing the Schönwieshütte – a great place to stop for refreshments – on your way up to the Langtalereckhütte. There, you’ll be rewarded with sweeping views of the surrounding glaciers in the upper Ötztal. A scenic tour that’s also well suited to e-bikes.
Route 689 is a challenging tour for fit cyclists in the Ötztal Nature Park. From Obergurgl, it leads past the valley station of the Hochgurglbahn, climbing steadily to over 3,000 metres up to the Wurmkogl. Along the way, the view stretches south to the Dolomites and north to the Ötztal Alps.
A mountain bike stands ready for outdoor exploration, surrounded by lush greenery and nature.
Road cycling tours around Obergurgl
From Obergurgl, road cyclists can reach some of the most famous mountain passes in the Alps. The following routes combine long climbs with sweeping panoramic views and range from challenging loops to high-alpine pass ascents.
Timmelsjoch High Alpine Road
The Timmelsjoch High Alpine Road is one of the most famous mountain passes in Europe. The official road cycling route starts in Sölden and leads over the pass summit at 2,474 metres down to St. Leonhard in South Tyrol and back again. From the Hotel & Apartment Alpenland, you can set off straight away; after around 1.9 kilometres downhill along Gurglerstraße, you’ll reach the pass road. With over 3,400 metres of elevation gain, this is a challenging route for experienced road cyclists.
Difficulty: difficult
Distance: 106.94 km (from Sölden)
Starting point: Sölden or Hotel & Apartment Alpenland
The climb up to the Tiefenbach Glacier is one of the most challenging road cycling routes in the Ötztal. From the centre of Sölden, the Ötztal Glacier Road winds its way up into the glacial landscape over a distance of around 16 kilometres and an elevation gain of over 1,600 metres. After the Rettenbach Glacier, the route passes through the 1.8-kilometre-long Rosi-Mittermaier Tunnel to the Tiefenbach Glacier at around 2,800 metres.
With an average gradient of around 11 per cent, the route requires a very good level of fitness and experience of long climbs. The highest point is at 2,830 metres. Bicycle lights are required for the journey through the tunnel, which is poorly lit in places. The glacier road is only accessible during the snow-free summer months.
The official route starts in Sölden. Those setting off directly from the Hotel & Apartment Alpenland first cycle down into the valley towards Sölden and, from there, take the ascent to the Tiefenbach Glacier. The subsequent return journey back up to Obergurgl significantly extends the tour and makes it a particularly challenging day’s ride.
Difficulty: difficult
Length: 33.2 km from Sölden, round trip
Elevation gain: 1,611 m from Sölden
Highest point: 2,830 m
Starting point: Sölden or Hotel & Apartment Alpenland
Explore the beauty of cycling with this close-up view of a Canyon bicycle framed by vibrant flowers.
Bike-and-hike tours around Obergurgl
Bike-and-Hike combines two mountain sports in a single day. You first cycle to a mountain hut and then continue on foot from there to a summit. Around Obergurgl, this allows you to reach high-alpine destinations above 3,000 metres that are inaccessible by bike alone.
The cycle-and-hike tour to the Eiskögele begins with a one-hour cycle ride from Obergurgl up to the Langtalereckhütte. This saves you the long approach on foot. From the Langtalereckhütte, you hike across the Langtal valley to the Seelenkar. After crossing short rocky steps and scree, you’ll reach the summit cross of the Eiskögele at 3,228 metres in around three hours. The ascent to the summit is technically straightforward but requires sure-footedness.
Starting point: Hotel & Apartment Alpenland
By bike: to the Langtalereckhütte, approx. 1 hour
On foot: to the Eiskögele (3,228 m), approx. 3 hours
Cycling tour in the Ötztal: Obergurgl – Lenzenalm – Nederkogl
From the Hotel & Apartment Alpenland, cycle along Gurglerstraße to the turn-off towards Zwieselstein and continue along the forest track up to the Lenzenalm at around 1,850 metres. There, the mountain hut – which is open to the public and features two sun terraces – is the perfect place to stop for a break. From the Lenzenalm, cycle past the Nedersee lake along a steep path up to the Nederkogl, Sölden’s local mountain, at 3,163 metres. The ascent to the summit is challenging and requires sure-footedness and a head for heights.
Starting point: Hotel & Apartment Alpenland Obergurgl
By bike: to the Lenzenalm (around 1,850 m)
On foot: to the Nederkogl (3,163 m), a challenging hike
toward the horizon
Guided e-bike tours and equipment hire
E-Bike Guide Ötztal by Lohmann in Obergurgl offers professionally led bike tours. The qualified guides, who know the area well, will tailor the pace and route to your ability – from beginner-friendly rides to challenging mountain tours – and will pick you up directly from your accommodation if you wish. At the Lohmann sports shop, you can also hire suitable e-bikes and all the necessary equipment for your tours around Obergurgl.
The thrill of mountain biking unfolds as riders explore scenic trails with breathtaking views.
High-altitude cycling training in Tyrol
Obergurgl is situated at an altitude of 1,930 metres, making it an ideal location for high-altitude cycling training. Training and staying overnight at this altitude allows you to build up your endurance and performance in a targeted manner. The lower oxygen levels stimulate the production of red blood cells, which improve oxygen transport.
The rooms on the second floor of the Hotel & Apartment Alpenland are situated at an altitude of 2,000 metres. This means you sleep at altitude (‘Sleep High’) whilst travelling down into the valley to train (‘Train Low’). This combination is regarded as an effective method of altitude training.
The bike bus will transport your bicycle or e-bike on all regular bus services between Imst/Haiming and Obergurgl, free of charge throughout the valley provided you have a valid bus ticket. Book your cycling holiday in Tyrol online or send us a no-obligation enquiry.
