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Sölden Resort Guide
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GeoSphere Austria station · summitResort Guide
Sölden is a prominent ski resort located in the Ötztal Alps of Tyrol, Austria, offering over 144 kilometers of slopes and two glacier ski areas for reliable snow conditions throughout the season. The resort features modern lift infrastructure, a vibrant après-ski scene, and direct access to the iconic BIG3 peaks, each above 3,000 meters. Sölden is known for its dynamic atmosphere, extensive terrain for all abilities, and unique experiences such as the 007 ELEMENTS James Bond cinematic installation. Key amenities include a variety of mountain restaurants, ski schools, and wellness facilities, making it a comprehensive destination for winter sports enthusiasts.
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Sölden
Lifts
31
Longest run
15 km / 9.3 mi
Lift fleet
- Gondola8
- Aerial tram1
- High-speed 64
- High-speed quad7
- Double chair2
- Surface lift8
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Fire & Ice – A legendary après-ski hotspot in Sölden, Fire & Ice is renowned for its energetic atmosphere, live DJ performances, and central location at the base of the Giggijoch gondola, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to celebrate after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Oct 30, 10:06 PM UTC
38cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-6%
vs 5-Year Avg
40cm avg by now
-16%
vs 30-Year Avg
45cm avg by now
40cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 37.7 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~37.6 cm. That's 6% below the 5-year average (40 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 16% below the 30-year average (45 cm).
Sölden Season Snowfall
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Sölden Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 532cm with an average of 102 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 11% above this average (592cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 71cm | 12 days | 51cm | 80cm | 16cm |
| December | 65cm | 13 days | 94cm | 119cm | 13cm |
| January | 57cm | 12 days | 122cm | 145cm | 12cm |
| February | 52cm | 12 days | 140cm | 160cm | 10cm |
| March | 64cm | 13 days | 148cm | 171cm | 13cm |
| April | 60cm | 12 days | 152cm | 175cm | 12cm |
| May | 57cm | 10 days | 119cm | 153cm | 15cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
19
Season Average
33 days scored
44
Best Day
22 Oct
0
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
1
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
September 2026
- 929 Sep
- 830 Sep
- 328 Sep
October 2026
- 4422 Oct9cm
- 4028 Oct
- 3624 Oct5cm
October scored highest for Sölden in 2026. Based on 33 days the resort was verified open; this season is still under way, so later months are incomplete. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Current season(2026-27)
Opened Oct 2, 2026
Scheduled close: May 3, 2027
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Sölden
- Where is Sölden?
- Sölden is a ski resort in Austria.
- How high is Sölden?
- Sölden runs from a base elevation of 1,350 m (4,429 ft) to a summit of 3,250 m (10,663 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,900 m (6,234 ft).
- How big is Sölden?
- Sölden has 40 marked runs and 31 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Sölden?
- Sölden is on the Epic Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Sölden?
- Sölden typically operates from September to May. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Sölden get in a typical season?
- Sölden averages 250 inches / 635 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
