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Horseback Riding in Obergurgl-Hochgurgl

Conquer the mountain with one horsepower

High up in the Ötztal Alps' mountains you probably expect sheep, goats and marmots. Even true mountain aficionados and newly arrived guests marvel at a rider and his horse. Just like the native alpine inhabitants, the robust Haflinger breed feels equally at home on Alpine meadows, steep paths and forest roads around Obergurgl-Hochgurgl. Thanks to a modern indoor riding arena in the village center and a variety of horseback riding trails in the mountains, horse lovers can discover another splendid facet of the Diamond of the Alps.

Riding hall in Obergurgl

In Obergurgl horseback riding enthusiasts have the opportunity to fulfill their passion during their holiday. The centrally located indoor riding arena is available for training units all year round on advance booking. Built according to international guidelines, the 800 square meter hall is also suitable for tournaments and meets all requirements for perfectly equipped training units. Tirolean Haflinger horses (about 15 horses in winter, 4 to 6 horses in summer) from the Scheiber family's breeding, the operators of the riding hall, are available for riding lessons. Two experienced riding instructors offer lessons for beginners or all those who want to improve posture and technique. In addition to guided lessons for all ages, the riding hall can also be used for lunge lessons (from 8 years onwards) or show jumping training units.

Obergurgl-Hochgurgl riding hall facts:

  • Year-round opening hours, advance booking required
  • Located in the village center of Obergurgl
  • Size: 800 square meters (20 x 40 m)
  • The hall complies with the international guidelines for equestrian tournaments
  • Equipment: obstacles like oxer, upright and cavaletti for jumping training
  • Offer: private and group lessons, jumping training, lessons on the lunge (from 8 years onwards)
  • Helmet rental & rental of back protectors for children

Excursions on horseback

It's hardly surprising that riders and horses want to explore the outdoors at the sight of this fabulous Alpine panorama. The horse trekking tours lead through mountain meadows and green forests, always overlooking the highest summits of the Ötztal Alps. At a comfortable pace, then a bit faster, you explore the Alpine terrain on forest roads continuing further up to high Alpine meadows. Short excursions for experienced riders are available daily in the summer months (about 30-45 min), longer trekking rides are offered twice a week (1.5-2 hours) for up to six persons on advance booking.

 



Further information about the offer & registration:

Riding Hall
+43 (0) 5256 6223
info@edelweiss-gurgl.com
www.haflinger.cc

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Konferenzraum Hotel Enzian

conference room, conference venue

Capacity: South Tyrolean Stube up to 20 personsÖtztaler Stube up to 40 personsSize: South Tyrolean Stube 28 m² Ötztaler Stube 48 m²Facilities: Chairs, tables, sockets, daylight, curtains

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Südtiroler Stube, Enzian

Hotel Alpenland - "Anna Stüberl"

lactose free dishes, restaurant, vegetarian dishes, tyrolean/austrian cuisine, gluten free dishes, playing area

"Anna Stube" in the Hotel AlpenlandLet us set the table for you and spoil you with a warmth & professionall service:*at lunchtime we serve delicious salads, hearty soups, toasts & snacks*at night you can choose between our à-la-carte menue & our diversified evening menueWe are looking forward to your visit.Your family Hansjörg & Cornelia Kieler

Opening Hours:
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20.11.2025 - 19.04.2026
Mo: 18:00-21:30
Tu: 18:00-21:30
We: 18:00-21:30
Th: 18:00-21:30
Fr: 18:00-21:30
Sa: 18:00-21:30
Su: 18:00-21:30

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Hotel Alpenland

Shiatsu Petra

wellness facilities, massage

Shiatsu- and fasciae treatmentsIndulge yourself a soothing & relaxing shiatsu- or fasciae treatment. Blockades and tensions will be relieved with special techniques and your life energy will be stimulated.'The art of careful touch' is performed to the clothed body on a matt on the floor.Duration: approx. 50 minutes.Every thursday with prior arrangement: +43 664 8913 789 or by e-mail: info@shiatsu-petra.at

Opening Hours:
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06.11.2025 - 30.04.2026
Mo: -
Tu: -
We: -
Th: 00:00-00:00
Fr: -
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Shiatsu

Naturdenkmal Zirbenwald

Highlight, nature sites

Adventure trail Obergurgl Swiss pine forest. Right through the natural monument. The closed Swiss pine forest south of Obergurgl is a real rarity. Trees up to 300 years old line the theme trail, which brings the "queen of the tree line" closer with display boards and interactive stations. Various access options from Obergurgl and cozy refreshment stops make the excursion into the pine forest perfect for young and old. Rarely beautiful: the Obergurgl stone pine forest. Swiss stone pines often brave wind and weather all by themselves in the high mountains. A 20-hectare closed Swiss stone pine forest, as it extends near Obergurgl from 1,950 m to 2,100 m on the northern slopes of the Schönwieskopf, is therefore something very special. Since 1963 it has been designated and protected as a natural monument in the UNESCO biosphere park "Gurgler Kamm". On the theme trail, interested visitors learn all kinds of interesting facts about theZirbe, the forest inhabitants (e.g. the pine jay), the fauna and anecdotes about local people. Using interactive features such as a telescope, the curious can explore the surroundings and, for example, keep an eye out for bears, cats and monkeys - that's what male, female and young marmots are called in hunter's lingo. Take a shortcut by train - or do it all on foot. A possible - and particularly beautiful - entry to the theme trail is at the Zirben Alm at the foot of the trail. Alternatively, there is an entrance halfway up the Zirbenwald, just a few steps from the middle station of the Hohe Mut cable car (2,065 m). If you don't want to use the mountain railroad (free with Summer Card), you can hike up from Obergurgl via a forest path. Along the adventure trail with its 15 stations, charming places invite you to rest again and again. If you choose the variant from the middle station, the route is child-friendly and mostly downhill and ends near the Zirben Alm (1,960 m), which scores with dedicated cuisine and great views. If you do everything on foot, you should plan around 3 hours for the easy hike. Alternatively, you can hike from the Zirbenwald past the Rotmoos waterfall to the Schönwieshütte and stop there for a bite to eat. Tip: The brochure "Von Blicken und Perspektiven - Zirbenweg Obergurgl" is available free of charge at the information desk of Ötztal Tourismus.

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Parkgarage Zentrum

car park/parking garage/parking lot, car

Parking garage in the centre of Obergurgl.Maximum height: 2,3 m.Camping is not permitted in any of the car parks in the Ötztal.

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Hohe Mut Alm

fondue, mountain restaurant, live music/concerts

Homelike rooms, a wine cellar and the convival bar with an open fire place generate a recreational ambience where you can relax and feel comfortable. Beside the culinary delights and local specialities you can enjoy the stunning view from our panorama lounge or from the convenient canvas chairs on our sun terrace.

Opening Hours:
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20.11.2025 - 19.04.2026
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We: 09:00-16:00
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Sa: 09:00-16:00
Su: 09:00-16:00

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Hohe Mut Alm mit Panorama

Postboutique Obergurgl

stores/shops, souvenir shop

Lovingly selected gifts and decoration.

Opening Hours:
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15.09.2025 - 30.11.2025
Mo: 09:00-12:00
Tu: 09:00-12:00
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Th: 09:00-11:00
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Today: 09:00 - 11:00

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Postboutique Obergurgl

Reithalle Obergurgl

horseback riding school, guides/outdoor schools, incentives, sports/leisure facility

Experience horse riding at 1930m - Riding holidays to remember at Austria's highest stablesThere is no feeling that can be compared with galloping through the mountain landscape under a clear blue sky and looking up at the majestic glaciers of the Ötztal Valley. You can make this dream come true by visiting the Edelweiss & Gurgl Riding Stables in Obergurgl.The stables are home to 17 beautiful Tyrolean Haflinger horses bred and raised in Obergurgl. Among the courses and activities on offer are:riding lessons with the longe line,group lessons (max. 6 riders),jumping lessons (max. 4 riders),hacks into the countryside on Haflinger horses (max. 6 riders, only in summer),private lessons for riders of all ages,Lessons and hacks on request.

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Reithalle in Obergurgl

Winterspielplatz - Festkogl Alm

playground, snow playground

Winter playground for all ages, next to the Festkogl Alm (access via Festkoglbahn).- Parents are responsible for supervision- No child care available

Opening Hours:
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20.11.2025 - 19.04.2026
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We: 11:00-16:00
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Fr: 11:00-16:00
Sa: 11:00-16:00
Su: 11:00-16:00

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Winterspiel

Timmelsjoch-Hochalpenstraße & Timmelsjoch Erfahrung

Highlight, viewpoints/observation decks/panorama roads

- Panoramic road 2.509 m- Highest point: 2.509 m- Opening of the pass: 17.07.1959- Gradient: max. 13- Hairpin bends: approx. 30- Timmelsjoch experience: 5 stations - one experience

Opening Hours:
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23.05.2025 - 02.11.2025
Mo: 07:00-20:00
Tu: 07:00-20:00
We: 07:00-20:00
Th: 07:00-20:00
Fr: 07:00-20:00
Sa: 07:00-20:00
Su: 07:00-20:00
Today: 07:00 - 20:00

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