What do I need when cross-country skiing

Cross-country skiing is an intense endurance sport that makes you sweat a lot. Therefore, despite cold temperatures are possible, you should wear breathable, tight-fitting clothing and follow the "onion principle" – which means several thin layers on top of each other. Depending on the intensity or outside temperature, the right cross-country skiing outfit from head to toe could look like this: Headband, neck gaiter/scarf or thin cap Functional underwear & thin cross-country ski jacket that protects against wind; optional vest or lycra jersey as a mid-layer in colder temperatures Skin-tight pants or softshell cross-country ski pants Thin gloves; in cold temperatures thicker gloves or mittens may be needed Thin socks that reach up to the calf (classic knee-length ski socks are usually too warm) The expert sports shops in Sölden will be happy to advise you on choosing the right cross-country ski clothing. You can find out everything about cross-country skiing in the region HERE.

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CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING

GLIDING

ON NORDIC TRACKS

Here in the uppermost part of Ötztal, the cross-country ski trails lead through particularly awesome alpine landscapes, whether on flat loops across the Ache river to Windau or on the forest and meadow trail near Zwieselstein. Don't forget: all skating and classic cross-country skiing fans benefit from the high altitude training effect between 1,368 and 1,500 m above sea level...

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FURTHER CROSS-COUNTRY SKI TRAILS IN ÖTZTAL

In addition to the wide range of cross-country ski trails, two special highlights await you in Ötztal at the cross-country ski centers of Niederthai and Längenfeld.

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CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING

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In principle, there are two main requirements for cross-country skiing: enough snow as well as groomed cross-country ski trails. Cross-country skiing fans and all those who want to give endurance sports a try will find both in Sölden at the heart of Ötztal. The destination is best known for its ski area, but also offers cross-country ski trails. The Nordic trail status shows you which cross-country ski routes are currently open. By the way: Ötztal offers more than 140 km of varied cross-country ski trails for skaters and fans of the classic style, which are available free of charge.

Cross-country skiing is an intense endurance sport that makes you sweat a lot. Therefore, despite cold temperatures are possible, you should wear breathable, tight-fitting clothing and follow the "onion principle" – which means several thin layers on top of each other. Depending on the intensity or outside temperature, the right cross-country skiing outfit from head to toe could look like this:

Headband, neck gaiter/scarf or thin cap
Functional underwear & thin cross-country ski jacket that protects against wind; optional vest or lycra jersey as a mid-layer in colder temperatures
Skin-tight pants or softshell cross-country ski pants
Thin gloves; in cold temperatures thicker gloves or mittens may be needed
Thin socks that reach up to the calf (classic knee-length ski socks are usually too warm)

The expert sports shops in Sölden will be happy to advise you on choosing the right cross-country ski clothing. You can find out everything about cross-country skiing in the region HERE.

There is good and cheap – oh, even for free - cross-country skiing in Sölden in Ötztal. Although the destination is primarily known for its ski area beyond the country's borders, the "Heartbeat of the Alps" also offers two cross-country ski trails for skating and classic style. Not only Sölden’s cross-country ski trails are free of charge, but also the more than 130 remaining kilometers of cross-country ski routes throughout Ötztal can be used free of charge. HERE you can find out everything about cross-country skiing in Sölden.