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The mountain farms of Rotte Rofen, often called Rofenhöfe, are located at an altitude of 2,014 m and about one kilometre to the west and 114 metres higher than Vent in the Ötztal Alps. Like Vent itself, the farms form part of the municipality of Sölden in the Ötztal.The Rofenhöfe are the highest, year-round farmsteads in Austria (2014 m). The Gasthof Rofenhof is open (highseason, restday in summer on monday, restday in winter on sunday).
Discover and experience nature.In summer, Vent is a paradise for hikers and mountaineers. Wonderful high-altitude trails, magnificent sunrises, glacier-fringed high valleys, enjoy nature at its purest. Climb from blossoming alpine meadows up into the eternal ice! Gain impressions that will remain unforgettable. Eight alpine club and mountain huts await you.Countless marked trails invite you to extended hikes. The whole scenery is dominated by Tyrol's highest mountain, the Wildspitze at 3,768 m.Hiking & Mountaineering.Vent can confidently be called a place of longing for mountaineers and hikers. The original mountain village owes this reputation to its historical connection to alpinism. And therefore belongs to the illustrious circle of Austrian mountaineering villages. Time seems to stand still here, but you shouldn't. Challenging summit tours, seemingly endless long-distance hiking trails, hut tours lasting several days, leisurely family hikes and educational theme trails await you. The summer cable cars facilitate the ascent and descent to the mountain world and to the alpine pastures and huts, while the mountain guides of Venter will guide you safely across the fles, ice and snow.
Type 2/ without cable2 pieces, 2 connections, 22 kwSupplier: TA E-Mobil
Opening Hours: Today: 07:00 - 23:00
The historic Cross of the Wildspitze 3768 m from the year 1933 - near by the Sculpture Symposium and the suspension bridge in Rofen.
1502 The church and the graveyard were consecrated, 1701 Matthäus Gerstgrasser from Partschins became the first pastoral assistant,1712 The church was completely rebuilt, 1728 Foundation of the chaplaincy by the Bishop of Chur Josef Prantl became the first curate (1727 - 1754)1773 The chapel was built in Rofen; an old chapel already existed1802 An avalanche destroyed the church; only the tower and the tabernacle remained1862 The baroque-style church was consecrated and Vent became a parish. The high altar probably comes from a former church in Karthaus in Schnalstal valley (statues, St. Bruno, St. Benedict). Next to the high altar: John the Baptist and John the Evangelist, an altar dedicated to the Virgin Mary with a statue of the Virgin made by the Tirolean artist Andreas Kölle. 1936 Renovation of the church1939 The parish does not belong to "Unser Frau im Schnalstal" any more (diocese of Trient) but to Sölden1956 New church bells with electric mechanisms 1957 Further renovation of the church; the painted windows were replaced by double- glazed honeycomb windows. The small vestry was enlarged.1984 The graveyard and the chapel were amplified1995 Renovation works1996 Renovation of the church's interior1999 New main altar and lectern
Opening Hours: Today: 07:00 - 21:00
The trail starts in Vent at the top station of the Gampen tow lift, turning right. A steep ascent leads through a beautiful stone pine forest to Mutsbühl (2,340 m), where you can admire the rich flora. From Mutsbühl, you’ll enjoy a magnificent view of Wildspitze (3,768 m), Weißkugel (3,739 m), and Similaun (3,606 m).Walking time: 1 1/2 h to Mutsbühl, 3 h for the round trip.
In one of the most beautiful places in Vent, our hotel Apartment Similaun**** invites you to relax enjoyably, right in the middle of the spectacular mountain landscape. Here you live in harmony with nature, get really close to its beauty and discover a new aspect of the alpine way of life every day. Restaurant: 18:30 to 20:30 – Dinner menu only, no à la carte. Reservation requested.
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Everything You Need for Your Mountain Adventure – at the Venter KaufhäuslDiscover the variety at Venter Kaufhäusl: Our wide range includes sporting goods, groceries, souvenirs, gifts, books, stationery, tobacco products, and a well-equipped summer rental service.Whether you are on Alpine crossing, are a summit chaser passing through, or enjoying a hiking holiday in Vent – we have everything you need. Looking for new hiking or mountain boots? We're happy to offer expert and friendly advice.Stop by and be surprised – we're here for you every day!Rental of 4 E-bikes; € 45.- per bike per day. Only on advance booking.
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CLOSEDThe ice skating place is located behind the Hotel Vent.Every day free entrance. Rental shop for ice skates: Sportalm or Venter Kaufhäusl.The place is under video surveillance.Ice-Curling is possible on request, rental of ice-curling equipment free of charge.
A very beautiful but somewhat steep hike. Start in the direction of the Martin Busch Hut, then turn right at the first hill and pass through mountain pine forests to reach the Ochsenkopf. Past the Hohler Stein, a hunting base of Ötzi, the Iceman. From there, continue in switchbacks up to the Hörnle. At the summit, you’ll find a small summit cross and a stamping point for the Ötztal Hiking Badge. Enjoy a stunning view of Vent, the highest three-thousanders such as Wildspitze (3,768 m), Ramolkogel (3,427 m), Spiegelkogel (3,424 m), and many more, as well as the Stubai Alps. Walking time: 1 1/2 h - 2 h.
