Heart of Ötztal
Getting to Obergurgl in the Ötztal Valley
The Hotel & Apartment Alpenland is situated in Obergurgl at the head of the Ötztal valley, at an altitude of 1,930 metres. Its location away from busy through-roads offers direct access to the high-alpine mountain landscape around Gurgl. The coordinates are: 47° 6′ N, 10° 57′ E.
Train & Bus
Travelling by public transport
Take the train to Ötztal station. From there, you can take a regular bus directly to Obergurgl. If you’re travelling by plane, the airports of Innsbruck, Munich and Salzburg are all suitable. You can continue your journey by public transport or in a hire car.
From the Hotel & Apartment Alpenland and the apart agnes apartment block, it takes about five minutes’ walk to reach the centre of Obergurgl and the main hiking bus stop.
You can find the latest connections in the VVT timetable service; Rome2Rio can also be used to help plan your journey.
Well packed
Packing list for summer and winter in the rear Ötztal valley
Given the altitude of 1,930 metres, having the right kit is crucial for your safety and comfort in the mountains. You can hire the right sports kit for mountain activities directly from Sport Lohmann in Obergurgl.
For winter:
- Warm technical base layers and insulated ski clothing
- Helmet, ski goggles and gloves
- Sunscreen with a high sun protection factor (for alpine UV radiation)
- Sturdy footwear with a good tread for off-piste trails
For summer:
- Breathable hiking clothing and a weatherproof rain jacket
- Ankle-high hiking boots with good soles
- Headwear and sunglasses
- Water bottle and a day rucksack
- Warm clothing for cool temperatures and sudden changes in the weather
All year round:
- Your own bathing shoes for the alpenRelax sauna area
- Personal first-aid kit and toiletries
- A change of clothes