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MUST-SEES IN SÖLDEN

HIGHLIGHTS ON THE VALLEY FLOOR

If you only aim for uphill routes you really miss a lot in Sölden. First of all, novice guests should explore the Adventure Mile that shows a complete overview of the village’s attractions. Those interested in culture can visit the Baroque parish church and the music pavilion event center where not only friends of brass band music get their money's worth. A short detour to the surrounding hamlets reveals the nostalgic Windau mill and “Klammbrücke” - the bridge over the gorge.

Adventure mile

Finally arrived in Sölden - and what is on the program now? An almost perfect overview is provided by the Adventure Mile stretching from Gaislachkogl mountain gondola along Ötztaler Ache mountain brook to Freizeit Arena. On exactly one mile different stations focus on local topics such as Almzeit, Nature Park, BIKE REPUBLIC and James Bond. Enjoy a leisurely walk, study the information boards and get ready for the to-do list.
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Windau mill

In the small hamlet of Windau at the height of Windau’s central bridge, walkers discover a small, inconspicuous wooden hut. Only the large wooden wheel at one side reveals that the building is a mill. Even today the mill is still operated by eight residents of the village.
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Music pavilion 

THE ultimate meeting place for holiday guests and locals alike. Here the weekly welcome evening takes place, the brass music band Sölden performs concerts, countless culture and club festivals invite you to join jovial hours among friends.
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Klammbrücke Sölden

The 55 m long “Klammbrücke” bridge connects the hamlets of Platte and Pitze, offering awesome views of the 35 meter deep gorge of Ötztaler Ache. A visit is also recommended in the evening as the illuminated bridge provides a very special atmosphere.
Soelden, Ötztal, summer
Sölden parish church

The “Visitation of Mary” parish church was first mentioned in historical documents in 1288. In 1521, the church was rebuilt and its Gothic structure was maintained but renovated in Baroque style. In 1779, Joseph Anton Puellacher from Telfs decorated the vaults with fresco paintings. During restoration works (1975-1979), parts of the ceiling frescoes, the apostles' crosses and the stations of the cross frescoes were rediscovered.
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Soelden, Ötztal, mountains, children, family, summer, Erlebnismeile Sölden, viewing platform
Adventure mile
Finally arrived in Sölden - and what is on the program now? An almost perfect overview is provided by the Adventure Mile stretching from Gaislachkogl mountain gondola along Ötztaler Ache mountain brook to Freizeit Arena. On exactly one mile different stations focus on local topics such as Almzeit, Nature Park, BIKE REPUBLIC and James Bond. Enjoy a leisurely walk, study the information boards and get ready for the to-do list.
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Freizeit Arena
A large, family-friendly adventure pool including sauna area awaits you at Freizeit Arena. Tennis courts for fun-packed matches, fitness studio for strong muscles, large sports hall for ball sports, bistro to satisfy hunger and really much, much more. 
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Ötztaler Glacier Road
You cover 13 km on the highest road in the Eastern Alps before you arrive on scenic Rettenbach Glacier at 2,830 m. From here you can reach Tiefenbach Glacier via Europe’s highest road tunnel (Rosi-Mittermaier Tunnel). The glacier toll road is a legendary route in many ways - road cyclists climb it dripping with sweat and James Bond fans remember the spectacular chase scenes of the 007 movie “Spectre”. By the way: you can find Bond's airplane - or what is left of it - not far away in the 007 ELEMENTS Adventure World.
 Soelden, Ötztal, summer
Klammbrücke Sölden
The 55 m long “Klammbrücke” bridge connects the hamlets of Platte and Pitze, offering awesome views of the 35 meter deep gorge of Ötztaler Ache. A visit is also recommended in the evening as the illuminated bridge provides a very special atmosphere.
 Soelden
Music pavilion
THE ultimate meeting place for holiday guests and locals alike. Here the weekly welcome evening takes place, the brass music band Sölden performs concerts, countless culture and club festivals invite you to join jovial hours among friends.
 Soelden, Ötztal, landscape, atmosphere, impressions, mountains, autumn, town shoot, village, tower of a church
Sölden parish church
The “Visitation of Mary” parish church was first mentioned in historical documents in 1288. In 1521, the church was rebuilt and its Gothic structure was maintained but renovated in Baroque style. In 1779, Joseph Anton Puellacher from Telfs decorated the vaults with fresco paintings. During restoration works (1975-1979), parts of the ceiling frescoes, the apostles' crosses and the stations of the cross frescoes were rediscovered.
 eat, drink, bake, summer, mill
Windau mill
In the small hamlet of Windau at the height of Windau’s central bridge, walkers discover a small, inconspicuous wooden hut. Only the large wooden wheel at one side reveals that the building is a mill. Even today the mill is still operated by eight residents of the village.