It’s Bond, James Bond! After much anticipation, the long-awaited 007 Elements exhibition at the summit of the Gaislachkogl in Sölden has finally opened its doors. At 3048m above sea level, visitors can immerse themselves in the world of 007 and go behind-the-scenes to discover the filming locations at Sölden. While the focus is on Spectre, the latest Bond flick, which was filmed at Sölden, the unique cinematic installation will also pay tribute to many of the other films in the wildly popular, decades-long James Bond franchise. This interactive exhibit will bring the Bond world to life in a way never experienced before.
He’s the perfect British gentleman, the epitome of style and grace. Incarnated over the years by Sean Connery, Pierce Brosnan, Roger Moore and most recently by Daniel Craig, Ian Fleming’s creation has battled bad guys on the slopes of the Alps, the streets of New Orleans and the Orient Express. Devotees of the MI6 secret agent can now immerse themselves completely in his world at the James Bond 007 Elements cinematic installation at the summit of the Gaislachkogl in Sölden under the Ice-Q restaurant – which, incidentally, played the role of the Hoffler clinic in the Spectre film. Through ten themed rooms, the installation will capture your imagination and draw you into the incredible world of spies and secret agents.
007 Elements will have you come face-to-face with a revolver, be greeted by director Sam Mendes, ‘meet’ the Bond characters in the Hall of Mirrors and pore over weapons in the Tech Lab. The viewing platform and the 360-degree film let you enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding mountain peaks – if you look closely, you’ll see the glacier road where they filmed the wild chase scene in Spectre.
© Sölden
© Sölden
007 Elements will be open daily until September 30 and will re-open for the ski season on October 26. Admission costs €22 for adults, €17 for teens and €12 for children, not including the price of the cable car. To get to the exhibit, visitors will need a valid ski pass or the Ötztal Card – you can buy a combined ticket (€54 for adults) which includes admission and lift price. Visits are arranged according to time slots: 9-11am, 11-1pm and 1-3:30pm, with the last entry at 3:30pm. Visitors are advised to dress warmly, even in the summer, as the exhibit sits at over 3000m altitude and is not heated.
The spectacular building that houses the 007 Elements exhibition was designed by Tyrolean architect Johann Obermoser, the same architect behind Sölden’s Ice Q restaurant. It offers breathtaking views of the surrounding Austrian Alps and Tyrolean valleys. Meanwhile, the popular ski resort of Sölden-Hochsölden boasts 160km of slopes geared mostly towards families and beginner skiers and snowboarders. The World Cup piste offers a challenge for more advanced skiers, as does the Schwarze Schneid, longest piste in Austria at 15km and 1900m of vertical drop from the Rettenbach glacier down to the Gaislachkogl valley station. The village is known for its lively après-ski scene.
It’s Bond, James Bond! After much anticipation, the long-awaited 007 Elements exhibition at the summit of the Gaislachkogl in Sölden has finally opened its doors. At 3048m above sea level, visitors can immerse themselves in the world of 007 and go behind-the-scenes to discover the filming locations at Sölden. While the focus is on Spectre, the latest Bond flick, which was filmed at Sölden, the unique cinematic installation will also pay tribute to many of the other films in the wildly popular, decades-long James Bond franchise. This interactive exhibit will bring the Bond world to life in a way never experienced before.
He’s the perfect British gentleman, the epitome of style and grace. Incarnated over the years by Sean Connery, Pierce Brosnan, Roger Moore and most recently by Daniel Craig, Ian Fleming’s creation has battled bad guys on the slopes of the Alps, the streets of New Orleans and the Orient Express. Devotees of the MI6 secret agent can now immerse themselves completely in his world at the James Bond 007 Elements cinematic installation at the summit of the Gaislachkogl in Sölden under the Ice-Q restaurant – which, incidentally, played the role of the Hoffler clinic in the Spectre film. Through ten themed rooms, the installation will capture your imagination and draw you into the incredible world of spies and secret agents.
007 Elements will have you come face-to-face with a revolver, be greeted by director Sam Mendes, ‘meet’ the Bond characters in the Hall of Mirrors and pore over weapons in the Tech Lab. The viewing platform and the 360-degree film let you enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding mountain peaks – if you look closely, you’ll see the glacier road where they filmed the wild chase scene in Spectre.
© Sölden
© Sölden
007 Elements will be open daily until September 30 and will re-open for the ski season on October 26. Admission costs €22 for adults, €17 for teens and €12 for children, not including the price of the cable car. To get to the exhibit, visitors will need a valid ski pass or the Ötztal Card – you can buy a combined ticket (€54 for adults) which includes admission and lift price. Visits are arranged according to time slots: 9-11am, 11-1pm and 1-3:30pm, with the last entry at 3:30pm. Visitors are advised to dress warmly, even in the summer, as the exhibit sits at over 3000m altitude and is not heated.
The spectacular building that houses the 007 Elements exhibition was designed by Tyrolean architect Johann Obermoser, the same architect behind Sölden’s Ice Q restaurant. It offers breathtaking views of the surrounding Austrian Alps and Tyrolean valleys. Meanwhile, the popular ski resort of Sölden-Hochsölden boasts 160km of slopes geared mostly towards families and beginner skiers and snowboarders. The World Cup piste offers a challenge for more advanced skiers, as does the Schwarze Schneid, longest piste in Austria at 15km and 1900m of vertical drop from the Rettenbach glacier down to the Gaislachkogl valley station. The village is known for its lively après-ski scene.
Born and raised in the ski paradise of Vancouver, Canada, I learned to ski before I can remember, balancing precariously on my parents’ skis as they sailed down the hill. I started snowboarding in my teens and am now delighted to be exploring everything Europe’s ski scene has to offer!
