Top 14 Mountain Passes around Naturpark Ötztal

What a panorama and what a feeling of accomplishment to have conquered the pass by bike.

Alpine high-altitude trail, rope safety, good footwear, head for heights, surefootedness, experience, guidance, suitable equipment, good weather

I climbed the Austrian side of this pass in 2016. Despite the distance in time... 8 years... I remember it perfectly. As is clearly indicated in this section, the real climb begins at Zwieselstein, a little above Sölden. At the exit of this pass, there are 2 very hard kms, going up a very narrow valley, with the road dug into the rock and overcoming several galleries, the river flowing very strongly on the left and a lot of traffic. The road surface was perfect, although I don't remember there being a shoulder. After this first short but hard section, you face a slightly uphill section, which is much less difficult but has some hard slopes hidden away. The valley gradually opens up and the landscape begins to be spectacular. The arrival at Obergurgl, after a long straight on the flat, is spectacular. From here comes the second tough section with 4 - 5 kms that are very tough... but also very beautiful, where the road draws several hard hairpin bends (hairpin bends do not soften the slope as in other Alpine passes... here the slope is even greater). Once the hairpin bends are overcome and the slope softens a bit, it is time to enjoy the wonderful views of the mountains and the valleys of Obrergurgl and Sölden. It is worth stopping at the toll booth to take some good photos. After overcoming the toll booth comes a steep descent of 2 kms (which is a torture in the Oetztaller Radmarathon when you think that once you reach the top of the Rombo everything is done), and crossing a valley, comes the third and last hard section. It is approximately 4.5 km with a very constant gradient between 9 and 10% and overcoming several hairpin bends. The landscape is breathtaking, simply brutal, a delight for the eyes and for lovers of alpine peaks. The entire climb has a road in perfect condition. All you have to do is enjoy it and climb it... for the first time or again!! Here is the link to view the altimetry published by @cyclingcols, the best --> http://www.cyclingcols.com/col/Rombo_Timmelsjoch

On old, lonely smugglers' paths to the border Beautiful panoramic hike on a relatively little-used hiking trail to the Austrian border. The upper part of the trail is only suitable for sure-footed mountain hikers with a head for heights. The moderately difficult hike is rewarded with a beautiful panoramic view.

Very worth seeing, you have to see it

https://youtu.be/K2k9R-1sMt4 FROM THE GLACIER TO THE MOUNTAINEERING VILLAGE Enjoy the high alpine area and unobstructed views of the Upper Ötztal without any climbs - this tour makes it possible. Hikers find themselves at eye level with the glaciated summit ridges and roam fascinating, pristine mountain landscapes. Add to favorites Share The red (moderately difficult) panoramic hike begins at the Tiefenbach glacier high above Sölden and is also suitable for families and leisurely mountaineers. From the starting point at around 2,800 m, the approx. 11 km long high-altitude trail leads down to the mountaineering village of Vent at around 1,900 m, with most of the downhill metres falling in the last third of the tour. Before that, the hiking trail runs from the glacier over the slopes of Mutboden, Weißkar and Sonnenberg to lush alpine meadows, and at every turn the magnificent view invites you to pause. Always in view: the Weißkamm and the opposite mountain ridges from the Nederkogel to the Grosser Ramolkogel. Anyone who sets off in the early hours of the morning will be rewarded with magical lighting and absolute mountain solitude. But even a little later, the path remains pleasantly quiet. Hikers reach a highlight at the Weißkar, where a green mountain lake nestles in a hollow. After around 4.5 hours of walking, the inns in the quaint mountaineering village of Vent are just the thing to restore energy levels and reflect on the day over some tasty treats. Tip: You should only start the high-altitude panoramic trail if the weather forecast is stable, as there is no option to descend into the valley early. With the Ötztal Inside Summer Card, the bus rides from Sölden to the Tiefenbachferner and the return journey from Vent are free. Source: https://www.soelden.com/de/sommer/wandern-bergsteigen/wanderrouten-routen/wanderhighlights/hoehenpanoramaweg-tiefenbach-vent.html

The Ramoljoch is a must-have-been-there. Simply a reward with a breathtaking panorama from every side.

The Ramoljoch is an alpine crossing between Obergurgl and Vent that is possible without a glacier. In the upper area, a rope insurance and steps are attached, which facilitate the ascent.