Another highlight of 2018

The starting point of the new "Ollweite Line" is located below the Langegg mountain station at 2,600 meters above sea level. This leads over seven kilometers through high alpine terrain and opens up magnificent views and vistas for athletes. For those who like distinctive valley descents in winter, the "Ollweite Line" and the routes below it offer a summer counterpart. This means covering just under 1,300 meters in altitude and 12.5 kilometers to the Gaislachkogelbahn valley station at the saddle. The portfolio of 33 kilometers of shaped lines and 30 kilometers of natural trails is complemented by the "Lettn Line". This route, categorized as "blue", rides over a distance of 1.5 kilometers from the hamlet of Brandle to the Giggijoch valley station.

480 bikes per hour

For a comfortable user experience, Bergbahnen Sölden upgraded the Langegg chairlift with a new system from Doppelmayr, which is being used for the first time in Austria. A total of 51 transport hangers for four bikes each will be installed on the existing lift. The main advantage: the athletes can hang up their beloved bikes, which often cost several thousand euros, themselves, the means of transportation brakes on the mountain and the owner picks up his faithful trail companion there. In this way, 480 bikes can be transported per hour.

Attractive offers

With the Gaislachkogel, Giggijoch and Langeggbahn lifts, there are a total of three lifts available for mountain bikers in Sölden. The price for the day ticket is 37.00 euros and allows unlimited mountain rides. Holidaymakers who hold the Ötztal Premium Card or the Ötztal Card can access the discounted "Bergbahnen Unlimited Card". "Mountain bikers are a target group with high purchasing power, which increases added value. That's why we want to offer these customers added value. Partner businesses of the Ötztal Premium Card have the opportunity to advertise the discount," says Dominik Linser, Destination Manager of Sölden. The figures confirm the course taken. Compared to the 2016 season, the number of bike rides increased significantly by 75 percent last summer.

Added value and safety

The Bike Republic Sölden employs up to 20 people to develop and maintain the infrastructure. The permanent employment of three full-time mountain rescuers is a first in Tyrol. They are responsible for daily patrols, maintenance work and the rescue chain in the event of accidents.

Season extension and national holiday

The Bike Opening from 15 to 17 June will celebrate the start of the season with an extensive program. This includes spectacular demos, guided tours, the latest trends in the sector and much more. To bring the community back to the Ötztal in September, the first National Day of the Bike Republic Sölden takes place from September 14 to 16. Enduro tours, sunrise rides and fun competitions paired with party events will encourage you to visit Sölden. The citizens of the Republic can also have their say. New projects are presented, ideas discussed and opinions gathered at meetings.