MOUNTAIN­CARTS

We have summarized everything you should know before you climb into the cockpit here. Detailed information on transport, prices and use of mountain carts can be found at the bottom of the page and in the general terms and conditions.

• Minimum age: Children under the age of 12 are only allowed to use the route in the presence of a responsible adult of age. Children under the age of 10 and a height of less than 130 cm are not allowed to use a mountain cart alone. The minimum age for accompanying children is 6 years.
• Safety: Helmets are compulsory and closed, sturdy shoes must be used. Appropriate outdoor clothing is as well necessary. Helmets are handed out directly at the pick-up point.
• Equipment: Goggles for the wind are recommended.
• Instruction: There is a short instruction for each mountain cart rider, given by the mountain cart staff directly at the pick-up point.
• Course: The mountain cart route is just under 8 kilometers long. It is not allowed to leave the course. Please note that this is a natural track and that it may also have bumps, water channels and surface irregularities. The route must be used with foresight and always ready to brake.
• Opening times: uphill ride on Gaislachkogl Gondola, daily 9 am - 4 pm

• Issue: Gaislachkoglbahn middle station in front of the tunnel
• Return: in front of the bus parking garage opposite the Gaislachkoglbahn valley station.

• Selling points for rental Mountaincarts: Mountaincart pick-up spot in the tent, middle station
  Important note: Only card payment possible (no cash payment).
• Selling point for gondola tickets: BBS Sölden

WITH SUMMER CARD

WITHOUT Summer Card

Children: born 2010-2016
For the 2nd ride: -10% discount on hire

May 2022

1. These General Terms and Conditions apply to the use of the mountain cart route. These terms must be signed at the Mountain Cart Sölden middle station at the pick-up point.
2. Course: The mountain cart route is just under 8 kilometers long. It is not allowed to leave the course. Both maintenance and rescue chain are regulated in the same way as in the "Bike Republic Sölden". Please note that this is a natural track and that it may also have bumps, water channels and surface irregularities. The route must be used with foresight and always ready to brake. The user undertakes to adjust the driving speed to his ability and the track conditions. The users declare that they have checked and understood the braking function themselves before using the route.
3. Safety: Helmets are compulsory and closed, sturdy shoes must be used. Appropriate outdoor clothing is also necessary. Helmets are handed out directly at the pick-up point. The user undertakes to observe and comply with the official regulations and safety instructions, as well as any route markings and instructions given by the staff.
4. Instruction: There is an instruction for each user given by the mountain cart staff directly at the pick-up point.
5. Age: Children under the age of 12 are only allowed to use the route in the presence of a responsible adult. Children under the age of 10 and a height of less than 130 cm are not allowed to use a mountain cart alone. The minimum age for accompanying children is 6 years.
6. Driving under the influence of any kind of drugs is prohibited.
7. Personal insurance is the responsibility of the mountain cart users themselves.
8. Use is only permitted during the operating hours of the mountain lift. Stopping is strictly prohibited.
9. The user undertakes to report any personal injury or damage to property that has arisen in connection with use without delay.
10. The assertion of claims for damages of any kind against the operator is excluded. The use of the route is at your own peril and risk.

In theory, a speed of up to 60 km/h and more is possible when riding on a mountain cart. The emphasis is on theoretical, because in reality such a high speed is reserved to professionals who know exactly what they are doing. Additionally, most tracks do not allow such high speeds.

Similar to tobogganing in winter, you should always adapt the speed on a mountain cart to your own ability and ride it while looking ahead and being ready to brake at any time. For your safety, helmets are compulsory for mountain carts in Sölden, as well as closed and sturdy shoes are an absolute must. We also recommend robust outdoor clothing and goggles in order to be protected against wind and pebbles. HERE you can find out everything about mountain carts in Sölden.

No, mountain carts are designed in such a way that they can be used by practically anyone - if you can ride a bike and know how to steer and brake, you will also do well on a mountain cart. In Sölden, people over the age of 10 and a minimum height of 130 cm can ride a mountain cart on their own. The minimum age for accompanying children is 6 years. HERE you can find out everything about mountain carts in Sölden.

Compared to other off-road vehicles such as quads, mountain carts are not motorized. Furthermore, mountain carts feature a low center of gravity and a wide wheelbase, which in combination promises very high riding stability. Another very interesting detail: the left brake lever operates the brake on the left wheel and the right brake lever operates the brake on the right wheel - so you can dose the braking power of each wheel individually and drift around the corner. HERE you can find out everything about mountain carts in Sölden.

A mountain cart track that is equally popular with beginners and advanced riders can be found in Sölden at the heart of Ötztal. The route, on which tobogganers are speeding down in winter, winds its way down into the valley on almost 8 kilometers. The natural track is covered with gravel and peppered with action-packed combinations of turns and straights. You simply take the mountain gondola up to the middle station, rent a mountain cart at the start and return it in the valley. HERE you can find out everything about mountain carts in Sölden.

In general, mountain carts are always rented on site. If you want to call a mountain cart your own, you have to ask the manufacturer - the purchase price for such a device could not be determined in the course of research. Maintenance costs certainly arise from the hydraulic disc brakes and tires, to name just two obvious components. If you want to rent a mountain cart and experience a truly cool downhill ride, Sölden - the heartbeat of the Alps - is the place to be. HERE you can find out everything about mountain carts in Sölden.