Great Days Out

In 1991 a 5,300 year-old perfectly preserved body was found in a melting glacier in the mountains above Obergurgl. Since then, the man has been affectionately named Őtzi, and all that has been discovered from him can be learnt during a walk down the Őtztal ‘Urweg’ trail from Obergurgl to Langtalereck at the Karlsruherhütte mountain hut.

In addition to the walk, archaeologists have created a small village based around what Őtzi’s life would have been like, illustrating life, living and the Neolithic age. Also in Őtzidorf is a picturesque natural lake perfect for swimming or sunbathing on the banks. Obergurgl is 37kms from Őtzidorf.

25kms away from Obergurgl in the village of Langenfeld an enormous indoor and outdoor leisure complex emblazons the landscape with its ultra-modern, striking architecture. The complex offers indoor and outdoor pools, spas, a children’s play area, plus a host of wellness facilities. The complex is surrounded by stunning views of the Otz valley walls.