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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T +43 57200 100
'Pic Nic' s'Wirtshaus am Platz
restaurant
Pic Nic s'Wirtshaus am Platz - right in the centre of Obergurgl.We take care of your physical well-being and spoil you with exquisite dishes.Everyone is welcome in our cosy restaurant with winter garden and sun terrace.
Opening Hours:
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T +43 5256 6362
Sporthotel Olymp
restaurant
In the evening, we conjure up a five-course menu of your choice with that special something from fresh ingredients, mountain herbs and a good dose of creativity. An exquisite wine from our wine cellar, recommended by our sommeliers will round off your flavour experience perfectly. You can let us know at breakfast whether you would like to eat meat, fish or the vegetarian option. Once a week we also organise an italian evening or a tyrolean buffet - let us surprise you!Only available with prior reservation.
Opening Hours:
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T +43 5256 6491
Sport Lohmann - 'Style' Outlet & Snowboard
ski touring rental,
sport shops/rental service/sales,
ski/snowboard services,
ski/snowboard rental
Next to the main shop, directly at the main street of Obergurgl. Here you find everything you'll need for the following sports:SnowboardFreestyleFreerideTelemarkSkitouringSki clothes for childrenSouvenirsOutlet
Opening Hours:
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T +43 5256 6372
ÖTZTAL TOURISMUS - Information Gurgl
tourist information/office
Ötztal Tourismus - your point of contact for summer and winter holidays in the Ötztal.We are happy to advise you and to answer any questions you may have.Finding rooms and booking accommodation are just as much part of our job as providing information and advice.We wish you a pleasant stay with us in the Ötztal.
Opening Hours:
Today: 08:30 - 12:30, 14:00 - 17:00
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T +43 57200 100
Zwickauer Hütte 2.989 m
mountain huts
Whether you come specifically or just stop at your hiking tour the Zwickauer is a cozy hut with an excellent kitchen and the most beautiful sun terrace in South Tyrol offers everything.
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T +39 392 5557 662
Austria Stuben
Michelin star restaurant,
restaurant,
Gault-Millau/toques awarded
The 'Austria Stube' for discerning gourmets as well as enthusiastic wine connoisseurs offers you the perfect setting for an exclusive gourmet experience with family, friends or for a romantic evening for two.The special feeling for outstanding quality, a cosy ambience and unique service makes our Stube so unique. Natural wood, a pleasant lighting concept and high-quality fabrics invite you to enjoy a cosy get-together. Only carefully selected regional ingredients, processed into unforgettable compositions, are served to the guests by our obliging team.Your pleasurable time-out in our Stube is rounded off with the matching drops from our Steiner's Winecellar. With the corresponding wines, we take you on a journey to a new wine country per glass.Reservations until 2:00 pm the day before required.
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T +43 5256 6511
