Apres
Söll has a vibrant après scene which continues on into the night. Whether you are looking for some live music, a casual beer or even a relaxing glass of wine there is a venue that will cater for this. There is definitely no shortage of places to go.
Although there is a lively and fun atmosphere, it is not as busy as other Austrian resorts.
Moonlight is located close the gondola in the centre of Söll which can get very lively at après time with guests making their way off the slopes. They open for their Après-Ski Party at 15:30.
Hexenalm is a ski hotel located on the outskirts of the village, close to the gondola. It’s après bar is lively and fun with occasional live music.
Gasthöf Stockalm meets the needs of those wanting to enjoy at après session on the mountain. Based at the mid station of the Hochsöll gondola this bar and restaurant comes alive at après time with many visitors choosing to stop for a drink on the mountain before making their way down into the village.
Salvenstadl means cowshed and is located on the edge of the village. This spot can get rowdy, its better just to embrace the atmosphere and join the locals standing on the tables! It also has several flay screen TVs and a sky subscription for those unmissable sporting events.
Red Horse Pub is a British owned pub. It shows all the major Premier League football, hosts frequent live bands and has Guinness beer on draught.
Whiskey-Mühle is better known for its late night disco antics than its après. It is THE focal point of late night partying in Söll.
Rossini has good cocktails and attracts good bands for live music. They also do excellent Italian food if you are looking for a cheeky snack!
Eating out
Söll has a range of restaurants both in the village and all across the SkiWelt area on the mountains. This allows them to cater for all tastes and budgets. These are a selection of the most popular and delicious venues.
In the Village
Hotel Postwirt is located in the centre of the village and has a well-regarded a la carte menu. They offer fine dining in a traditional setting with a range of international dishes and some regional specialties.
Feldwebel is based in the hotel of the same name. Located next to the church, this homely hotel offers a wide range of local dishes.
Dorf Stub’n offers traditional cuisine in a rustic style venue. In particular their meat fondue is worth a try.
Auf da Mühle is one of the resorts newest establishments situated in the modern Whisky Mühle buildings, the restaurant has its own access via a staircase located on the right hand side of the building. The restaurant offers a range of dishes with Mediterranean and Asian influences such as woks, noodles and pizzas. There is also a few steak dishes and some traditional Austrian cuisine, all available for a very reasonable price.
If you are looking for somewhere to enjoy a drink and a good pizza then Rossini is the place for you. Located in the centre of the village, this venue is always busy with a vibrant atmosphere, serving excellently simple Italian food. Alternatively Pizzeria Venezia offers some lovely homemade pasta and fresh fish, all accompanied by an extensive Italian wine list.
On the Mountain
Tanzbodenalm offers a wide range of menus from fine dining to good value hearty dishes. They also do a cracking breakfast!
Rübezahlalam is one of the area’s finest mountain restaurants, located on the slopes above Ellmau this cosy restaurant offers great food and a lovely atmosphere to warm guests over lunchtime.
Stöckhalm is housed in a converted cow shed is a rustic, family run affair. The venue does offer table service and is open into the evening for late night skiing so if you are running a bit low on energy in the afternoon, you can be sure that they have some good snacks.
At the top of the Hohe Salve gondola is a large restaurant, this has a highly rated revolving terrace offering good views from every angle, even the toilets!
Stoagrub’hütte is located at the Hohe Salve exit from the lift. Based in a typical Austrian ski hut, this enchanting setting is the perfect place to sample some local dishes.
Salvenalm is located in a cosy traditional wooden hut nestled into the mountainside. The open fire and delicious menu welcomes skiers into the restaurants. There is also a large sun terrace for visitors to enjoy the stunning view.
Good for Couples
Bella Vita
Dorf 136
Soll
+43 5333 20360
|
Good for Couples
Postwirt
Dorf 83
Soll
+43 5333 5081
|
Good for Family
Dorfstubn
Familie Theresia Ager A-6306
Soll
+43 5333 5907
|
Good for Family
Soller Stube
Dorf 120
Soll
+43 5333 5360
|
Good for Friends
Giovanni
Dorfbichl 2
Soll
+43 5333 5705
|
|
|
|
Activities
Tobogganing is a popular activity across the SkiWelt and nowhere more so than in Söll. The 3km long Hexenritt toboggan track is full of little surprises in addition to the 3.8km Moonlight toboggan track in Hochsöll.
Winter Walking with the hilly Kitzbüheler Alps and the Wilder Kaiser Mountain shooting up in all directions there is no shortage of walks to enjoy with an extensive 30km of walks in Söll alone. A particularly nice one is the take the Pirchmooser Rundgang on the Sunnseitweg past the Pirchmooser chapel.
Enjoy an energetic husky sledging experience with a charming guide and his pack of huskies. Learn all about the experiences of the knowledgeable musher. Places are limited and this is a popular activity so it is important to get it booked in.
Söll is home to some wonderful natural snowshoeing routes. Relax amongst nature admiring animal paths or even make your way up one of the peaks. Snowshoes and guides are widely available in the area.
To really make the most of the beautiful surroundings then revel in Horse Drawn Carriage ride. The driver will tell you tales of the villages and their history whist you admire local buildings and breath-taking views. Whether you are wanting a romantic ride as the sun sets over the mountains or a unique activity for your children, it is definitely an enjoyable ride for all ages.
With an ice rink in the centre of Söll it is hard to skip this typical winter activity. Children and adults alike will relish in this sport. For those wanting to try something different then why not try some curling?
If you want to relax after a long day on the slopes or looking for something to do during the day, then head to the swimming centre. There is also extensive
leisure facilities such as a sauna, massage and Turkish baths in addition to squash courts.
Ski School
Like in many Austrian resorts, there is a limited amount of ski schools - with just two operating in the Söll area. The first one, Ski Schule, is the most popular with the largest amount of instructors. Whether it is your first time in the area or you are a seasoned pro, there is a session that will suit your needs. It is also a great opportunity to have a guide for the area, to show you the best runs and take you to the best areas for your ability.
The ski schools offer a wide variety of services from beginner lessons to private ski clinics. Group lessons are more sociable and often work out cheaper. However they are not as intense and focused as one-to-one tuition. Most ski schools will be happy to talk through the different options available to you and assess you skiing ability to determine your level and most suitable class. They also have very extensive and informative websites if you would like to gain a general idea of their services.
Although it is not mandatory, it is advisable to book your ski school in advance as availability is limited and lessons do sell out. This is especially the case in peak periods such as Christmas, New Year, February Half Term and Easter.
SkiSchule Söll this is the first and the largest ski school in the area. They offer a range of lessons including private, group and VIP lessons. They even offer an early morning ski lesson for those who want to make the most of the mountain.
Knolln is Söll’s second ski school offering a range of lessons for every age above 3 years old. Lessons can take place for a variety of time the most popular are the 5 day lessons and the 3 day lessons as it allows visitors to put into practice what they have learned and fully explore the area.
There is not much off-piste to be done in Söll therefore there are no dedicated off-piste guides. If you do want to venture off-piste it would be recommended to contact the Söll tourist office as they will be able to arrange any private instructors who might be interested.
Getting around
Söll is a small village in which the accommodation is quite spread out. Getting around is not too difficult though with everything being in easily accessible on foot. Here are a few more suggestions of the easiest ways to get around and help you get your bearings.
Bus Routes
Söll operates an excellent and efficient bus service throughout the resort. There are seven routes which cover all areas of the village between them. They all terminate at the gondola station as their main focus is to get people to and from the lifts. Most of them also stop at the SkiCenter which is the children play area and crèche.
There is also Postbus which is a local bus which runs through the different villages in the area. It starts at the train station in Wörgl but continues onto other resorts in the SkiWelt area. The cost is €1.50 per ticket. For detailed bus routes go online to the tourist office website (https://www.wilderkaiser.info/en/service/travel-planning/bus-timetable-wilder-kaiser.html). This is a great idea for non-skiers who want to explore the wider area. It also means that they could meet skiers in these villages for lunch or enjoy some of the events that they have going on.
Ski Lifts
The SkiWelt boasts a very efficient and far-reaching lift network. The key lifts for Söll are the Hochsoll and the Hohe Salve. The Höchsoll is the main lift from just outside the village and the Hohe Salve connects onto this to whisk visitors further up the mountain.
The lift system throughout the SkiWelt carries 142000 people per hour so it is very good at getting skiers around the mountain. The lifts are also being constantly updated and replaced so all the draglifts and slower lifts tend to be in beginner areas which are perfect for looking at. There is over 90 lifts servicing the area so there it is very easy to get between the resorts and fully experience the whole ski area.
Taxi
Taxis are an efficient way to get around the resort. Although it is not strictly necessary for going around the village of Söll, it is a feasible option to use them to go to another resort if you know that you will be returning after the bus schedule ends. There are a number of local companies who will be able to cater for this. They also tend to offer more reasonable fares than they do in other Alpine resorts.
On foot
The village of Söll is the easiest to get around on foot. Although the village is spread out it is not large at all so it does not take long to walk anywhere even to the opposite ends. It is important to wear sensible shoes when walking in a ski resort as there can be snow and ice on the paths. If you do have any concerns or struggle with walking then it is advisable to wear snow shoes and purchase ice grippers to put on the soles of your shoes.
It is possible to walk to the ski slopes in about 15 minutes and take the underground pedestrian passage to save having to cross the busy road that separates the village and the slopes. However if you do have skis to carry and are walking in ski boots it can be a bit of a trek so it is probably easier to take the bus, unless you are looking for a pre-ski warmup!