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WIDIVERSUM Family Festival Hochoetz Ötztal Tyrol – Summer 2026

Event · July 12, 2026

On July 12, 2026, the WIDIVERSUM at the Hochoetz adventure mountain is hosting a big family festival — and admission is free!

From 12:00 PM, a colorful program awaits families at 2,020 meters: children's singer Captain Steam Rocco rocks the mountain station with his interactive concert – the children become part of the show. Afterwards, the Dynamic Duo all guests on an adventurous journey with the interactive music theater.

In addition, there will be airbrush and face painting, XL soap bubbles, pony rides, and plenty of game and experience stations in the newly renovated WIDIVERSUM. Of course, the new Ninja Park Hochoetz Austria's first floating climbing park — bookable in three time slots.

At a glance

Date: Sunday, July 12, 2026

Start: from 12:00 PM

Admission: free

Acherkogelbahn: 09:00 AM - 05:30 PM

Ox Garden Railway 09:15 AM–05:15 PM

Ninja Park Combo Ticket: €35 Adults · €21 Children

Summer Card: Cable car included

Only in good weather!

Book your vacation now More info: oetztal.com

Sunset at Hochoetz Mountain Ötztal Tyrol – Fly me into Sunset Live Music 2026

Event · July 31 & August 14, 2026

Sunset at 2,020 meters – with fine sounds, drinks, and culinary delights on the sun terrace of the Panoramarestaurant Hochoetz.

On two summer evenings, the Acherkogelbahn mountain station transforms into one of Tyrol's most atmospheric locations: chilling at sunset high above the Ötztal, accompanied by live music, fine drinks, and regional cuisine. A summer evening of a special kind.

The absolute highlight for the daring: Paragliding at sunset — Bookable directly at oetztal.com/experiences. The Acherkogelbahn will run until 9:00 PM on these evenings — so you can comfortably end your evening and glide relaxedly down into the valley.

At a glance

End Friday, July 31 & Friday, August 14, 2026

Location: Sun terrace Panorama restaurant Hochoetz · 2,020 m

Acherkogelbahn: in operation until 9:00 PM

Program: Live Music · Drinks · Cuisine

Highlight Bookable paragliding at sunset

Summer Card: Cable car included

Only in good weather!

Book your vacation now More info: oetztal.com

Ninja Park Hochoetz – Floating High Ropes Course Ötztal Tyrol Summer 2026

Opening · June 4, 2026

Hochoetz is getting a new attraction: Austria's first floating climbing park is opening its doors.

Climbing, balancing, and jumping elements on the water provide action and fun for both children and adults. The park is accessible via the Acherkogelbahn, which operates from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM on opening day. Free admission with music and a children's program on the opening day, June 4, 2026. Tickets and time slots can be booked online starting May 18.

At a glance

Opening June 4, 2026 — Free admission

Acherkogelbahn: 09:00 AM - 05:30 PM

Tickets bookable from May 18th at oetztal.com

Summer Card: Cable car included

Book now oetztal.com

Ramolhaus Obergurgl Ötztal Tyrol – Glacier Flea March 2026 High Alpine Tour

Event · August 2, 2026

From the high alpine Obergurgl, over the Ramoljoch at over 3,200 meters, to Vent.

One of Tyrol's most impressive high mountain tours: Over Ramolhaus, Ramoljoch, and the unguarded Ramolalm to Vent. Good physical condition and mountain experience are prerequisites. Spaces are in high demand—register early!

At a glance

Date: August 2, 2026

Duration: Approx. 9 hours

Meters above sea level 134.8 m

Route Obergurgl – Ramoljoch – Vent

Prerequisite Fitness & Skiing Experience

Hiking in the Ötztal Valley, Tyrol – Summit Tour Grünwaslekreuz Hochoetz Summer 2026

Hiking tip · easy

The perfect tour to warm up — relaxed, scenic, ideal for the start of the mountain summer.

The path leads gently uphill through shady forests and lush green alpine meadows. Perfectly suited for families and anyone who wants to breathe in some mountain air after their everyday lives. The view from the summit rewards every step — with the Ötztal Summer Card, the mountain lifts are included.

Tour Information

Meters above sea level 466 hectometers

Duration: approx. 3:30 hours

Difficulty: light

Mountain railway with Sumer Card included

Book now Tour on oetztal.com

Summit Tour Zwölferköpfl Ötztal Tyrol – Panoramic View of Kühtai and Inntal

Hiking tip · intermediate

It's a bit uphill — but at Zwölferköpfl, one of the most beautiful views in the Ötztal awaits you.

Those who invest a little more effort are rewarded with a wide panorama over Kühtai, the Inn Valley, and the surrounding peaks. Moderately difficult and achievable in about 2 hours – ideal for half a mountain day with a subsequent stop at a mountain hut.

Tour Information

Meters above sea level 519 hundred

Duration: Approx. 2 hours

Difficulty: middle

Highlight View of Kühtai & Inntal

Book now Tour on oetztal.com

Hoher Stein Ötztal Tyrol – Tauferbergwald Hike in Oetz Summer 2026

Hiking tip · easy

First through the quiet Tauferberg forest, then up to the Hoher Stein – one of the most beautiful places to catch your breath in the Ötztal.

This easy tour is perfect for arrival days, relaxed afternoons, or holidays with children. The view from the Hohen Stein over the entire Ötztal simply makes you happy. The Summer Card makes the Ötztal bus usable for free.

Tour Information

Meters above sea level 122 hm

Duration: Approx. 2 hours

Difficulty: light

Ideal for: Families & Arrival Days

Book now Tour on oetztal.com

Summer 2026

While temperatures are rising below, natural refreshment awaits in the Ötztal — crystal-clear lakes, waterfalls, and fresh mountain air.

Lake Piburg – the only natural swimming lake in the Ötztal valley – is only an 8-minute walk from Apartment Azalea and is free with the Summer Card. AREA 47 is only 4 minutes away. After an active day, the AQUA DOME in Längenfeld awaits you with a partner discount.

Swimming tips around Oetz

Piburger Lake: 8 min. · Free Summer Card

AREA 47: 4 Min. · with Summer Card

Stuibenfall Tyrol's highest waterfall · 15 min.

AQUA DOME: 20 Mins. · Partner Company Discount

Book now Summer Card

News from the Ötztal

WIDIVERSUM Family Festival — Music, Interactive Theater & Fun at 2,020 m

Sunset on the Mountain — Fly me into Sunset with Live Music at 2,020 m

Ninja Park Hochoetz — Austria's first floating climbing park

Glacier Flea March — from Obergurgl over 3,200 m to Vent

Hiking tip: Grünwaslekreuz summit tour — perfect start to the mountain summer

Hiking Tip: Zwölferköpfl Summit Tour — Panoramic View of Kühtai and the Inn Valley

Hiking Tip: Tauferberg forest & Hoher Stein — quiet, relaxed, with a wide view

When the city sweats — natural cooling in the Ötztal

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