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How to get to Soll from Salzburg
How to get to Soll from Innsbruck
When to travel to Soll
Soll is a ski village located in the combined ski area of Brixental and Wilder Kaiser. The resort is located in a picturesque valley surrounded by the Hohe Salve mountains. The Brixental and Wilder Kaiser ski area is famous for its unique natural conditions, developed infrastructure and high-quality trails of varying difficulty. Cross-country skiers and snowboarders will also be able to try their skills here. There are extensive freeride and freestyle areas.
After some research, I decided to put together information I have previously found out and create a complete guide on how to organize a holiday in Soll. I figured out how to get to the town, where to stay & what to do there. I really hope this detailed information will help you plan your trip to Soll.
Having examined some information, I can say that tourists travel to Soll any time of the year. The period from November to March incl. is the best time for skiing, freeriding and snowboarding. The other months (from April until October) suit best for hiking, sightseeing, rock climbing, tennis, golf and other summer activities. Winters are quite snowy in Soll, while summers are colorful and picturesque. The time for visiting depends on what you expect to see at the resort and how you plan to spend your holidays. There is a lot of various activities as well as facilities for relaxation.
How to get to Soll
Where do you fly into to get to Soll? The nearest major cities are Innsbruck and Salzburg, both cities have airports. In winter, there are direct flights to both Innsbruck and Salzburg from various European cities; in summer, there are direct and indirect flights available. You can find suitable flights to these cities on the search services of Aviasales and some others. I really like this online service as it helps me a lot to plan my upcoming trips. It has a pretty much convenient search and a lot of modes to sort the results and find out the best available flight options.
How to get to Soll from Salzburg
Next, after arrival, you can get to Soll from Salzburg by public transport, by taxi/transfer service, or by rented car.
By public transport: If you choose public transport, you will have to make several changes along the route. First you need to get from the airport to the Salzburg Railway Station, then take the train to the town of Worgl, which is located 12 km from Soll. You can check the schedule and purchase tickets online at the Raileurope ticket service. It is one of my favourite online services, and I can totally recommend it as I personally use it very often and it helps me a lot to discover the most suitable options to travel around Europe.
Next, in Worgl you need to take a regular bus to Soll. You should focus on bus No. 4060. This “train + bus” option is perhaps the most inexpensive in terms of costs, but also the longest in terms of time. In addition, it is not always convenient to make changes with luggage and ski equipment.
By taxi: Tourists also use taxi or transfer services to get to Soll. You can find a taxi upon arrival at the Salzburg airport or you can also order car transfer services in advance via specialized services. Then the driver will already be waiting for you at the time of arrival and you will not have to look for a car on the spot. You can book a car transfer in advance via international services such as Kiwitaxi and other similar ones. The travel time takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes from the Salzburg Airport. According to my experience and some research, this service is really good. For sure, there are a lot of other taxi services available at the airport.
By rented car: In addition, upon arrival you can also rent a car for further travel around Austria. To rent a car you need to have a passport, an international driving license and a bank card. It is recommended to book the desired class of car in advance, since this option is very popular among tourists. You can book a car via various online services, such as Discover Cars, Economybookings and others. Salzburg and Soll are connected with highway No. A8. The distance is 125 km; the travel time is 1,5 hours (see on the map).
How to get to Soll from Innsbruck
By public transport: So, to get from Innsbruck to Soll, you need to take the train to the town of Worgl at the Innsbruck Railway Station. These trains run three times an hour, and the travel time is about half an hour. You can check the schedule and purchase tickets online at the Raileurope ticket service. Next, in Worgl you need to take a regular bus directly to Soll. You should take bus #4060; it departs directly from the railway station in the town of Worgl. The travel time by bus is approximately another half an hour.
By taxi: Tourists can also use taxi or transfer services. You can find a taxi upon arrival at the Innsbruck airport. You can also order car transfer services in advance via specialized services, then the driver will already be waiting for you at the time of arrival. You can book a transfer in advance via various international services such as Kiwitaxi and others similar. The total travel time takes approximately 50 minutes from Innsbruck Airport.
By rented car: In addition, upon arrival you can also rent a car for further travel around Austria. To rent a car you need to have a passport, an international driving license and a bank card. It is recommended to book a car in advance, since this option is very popular among tourists, especially during “high” seasons. You can book a car via various online services, such as Discover Cars, Economybookings and others. I often use both services to compare the results and discover the most suitable options for me. Innsbruck and Soll are connected with highway No. A12 The distance is 70 km; the travel time is 50-60 minutes (see on the map).
Where to stay in Soll
Soll is one of the ski villages of the Brixental Valley, and, according to my research, here you can find various accommodation options, including apartments, hotels, holiday homes, etc. Alternatively, you can also look for housing in neighboring villages, for instance, in Westendorf, Brixen, Kufstein and others. In my opinion, it is better to book accommodation in advance, because the local hotels are in great demand among tourists, especially during the “high” tourist season.
Hotel Berghof 4* – the hotel is located in Soll and offers its guests a spa area, a relaxation terrace, a restaurant and a bar. The spa area includes a sauna, a steam bath and an infrared cabin. Guests can stay in rooms of various categories. Some rooms have balconies. The type of meals offered is breakfast or half board. Wi-Fi is available in public areas and is free of charge. Free public parking is provided on site. Luggage and ski storage, ski equipment rental and sales desk can be found at the reception. The hotel also features a seating area with a fireplace;
Your Home – City Apartment in Kufstein 4* – this apart-hotel is located in the town of Kufstein. There is a lift to the united ski area nearby. The hotel is surrounded with a pleasant garden and has a terrace for relaxation. Guests can stay in apartments with mountain views. Breakfast is available upon request. Wi-Fi is provided throughout the hotel and is free of charge. Free private parking is available on site, but reservations are required. The apartments include a dining table, a coffee machine, a stove, an oven, an electric kettle, a microwave, and a refrigerator. Luggage storage is available at the front desk;
Hotel Stadt Kufstein 4* – the hotel is located in the center of the town of Kufstein. The hotel has a fitness room, a restaurant, and a bar. You can stay in rooms of various categories. Depending on the room type, breakfast may be included in the price or paid separately. Each room is also equipped with a kettle or coffee pot. Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel and is free of charge. Private parking on site is available for an additional fee. The front desk is open 24 hours a day. There are places for storing luggage and skis;
Hotel Gansleit 3* – the hotel is within the walking distance from the center of Soll and the nearest ski lifts. The hotel has a spa center with a sauna, steam baths, hydromassage, a fitness room and a massage room. In summer there is a terrace, a garden with a natural pond and a waterfall, and a children’s playground. You can stay in apartments of various categories. Breakfast is available at an additional cost. Wi-Fi is provided in public areas and is free of charge. Free private parking is available on site. The front desk offers storage for skis and luggage, and ski passes sales;
Appartements Bergsonne 3* – this apartment complex is located in Westendorf. The hotel offers a wellness center with an indoor pool, a sauna, a steam bath, an infrared cabin, a relaxation room and a solarium. You can stay in studios or apartments with different numbers of bedrooms. Wired internet is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge. Free private parking is provided on site. The front desk offers luggage storage, an ATM and ski pass sales.
What to do in Soll
The resort village of Soll is a part of the united ski area of Brixental and Wilder Kaiser. In addition to Soll, this also includes villages such as Elmau, Scheffau, Westendorf and some others. The villages are connected by a ski bus system. There is some useful information about the ski resort which I have recently found out:
- The total length of trails in the region is 280 km.
- 136 km of trails are blue, 127 km are red, and 17 km are black.
- The resort area is served by almost 100 ski lifts.
- The cost of ski passes depends on the period – high (from 25.12 to 19.03) or low (20.03 to 11.04).
The characteristics of the ski region also include a snowboard park, a halfpipe, cross-country ski trails (about 30 km), toboggan runs, night skiing, freestyle areas with jumps and rails. There are many winter and summer hiking routes.
Tourists often choose the sports complex in neighboring Ellmau as a place to relax after an active day. Sports complex called “Kaiserbad” is located at the foothills of the mountains and offers relaxation for the whole family. Outdoor and indoor pools, water slides, saunas and relaxation areas, panoramic views and year-round entertainment – this is what the Kaiserbad complex has to offer. I examined some information to collect practical information for visiting and here it is:
- The sports complex is open daily from 10.00 until 22.00;
- The entrance fee to the outdoor pool is from 7,90 euros for an adult and 6,60 euros for a child;
- The entrance ticket to the indoor pool also starts from 7,90 euros for an adult and 6,60 euros for a child;
- The entrance ticket to the sauna area starts from 25,30 euros for a 3-hour stay;
- Also, if desired, entrance to the climbing wall and tennis court is paid separately.
The resort of Soll is open all year round. And if in winter the main activities are skiing and snowboarding, then in summer you can try yourself in sports such as golf, cycling, rock climbing and hiking. Fans of extreme kinds of sport can also go rafting, canyoning, paragliding, mountaineering, and in winter – tobogganing, ice skating (there is an outdoor skating rink), freeriding, etc.
To my mind, in general, Soll and other villages in the Brixental Valley have a developed infrastructure, plenty of entertainment for every taste, and can also boast regional restaurants with panoramic mountain views and après ski bars.
Take a note! When going on a trip to Austria, do not forget to take out travel insurance, which is useful for receiving a tourist visa and for solving emerging medical problems when travelling in another country. You can purchase insurance via online services, for example, via EKTA and others. You can choose from different modes, including quiet, active or extreme rest.
Photo above the article: Ansgar Koreng
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Julia is an experienced traveller, BA in International Relations and Languages and true lover of planning trips in advance. Learn more about the author…