Luxury holiday apartments in Fügen in Zillertal with wellness area

Winter Holidays in Zillertal

Skiing and Snowboarding in Zillertal

544 km of pistes, 180 lifts and 4 major ski regions turn the most active valley in the world into a veritable ski Eldorado. And don’t just take our word for it: The prestigious test portal Skiresort.de even conferred the title of “Best Ski Valley 2022” on the region. That said, an array of top ski areas including Hochzillertal-Hochfügen-Spieljoch, Zillertal Arena, the Mayrhofen Lifts and Ski- & Glacier World Zillertal 3000 (open year-round) greet you with perfectly groomed pistes, family-friendly funparks, challenging valley runs and action-packed freeride hills. The finishing touches to your skiing experiences are added by 25 ski schools and 80 mountain huts serving up a mouthwatering selection of regional specialties.

Our tip for avid skiers: The Zillertal Super Ski Pass is available from the beginning of December until mid-April in all 4 ski regions and issued for as few as 2 full days of skiing.

Cross-Country Skiing in Zillertal

Fans of Nordic winter sports also discover their own corner of heaven as well. Zillertal offers 125 km of cross-country trails with a full range of difficulty – ideal for beginners as well as true cross-country “pros”.  Passionate disciples of “skating” technique will be especially thrilled by the scenic alpine trails of Hochfügen and Kaltenbach-Hochzillertal. Also a rewarding expedition: The 10 km long Promenade Trail between Kaltenbach and Aschau in Zillertal, which follows the Ziller river and invites you to glide along effortlessly without a care in the world. Since this cross-country trail runs through virtually every small village, the next access point is never far away.

Snowshoeing & Winter Hikes in Zillertal

Whether down in the valley or up on the mountain – Zillertal can be explored splendidly on foot during the cold winter months, too. The region awaits you with over 460 km of cleared winter hiking paths. The Ziller Promenade is a popular destination for cross-country skiers, but walkers and hikers likewise love this route along the banks of the river. Guided snowshoe tours and hikes with all levels of difficulty are offered, including next to the valley lift station of the Spieljochbahn in Fügen.  An especially close-to-nature experience during your timeout in Zillertal, and one that should most definitely be a part of your holiday program.     

Tobogganing & Sledding in Zillertal

Hop onto your sled and away you go! The 14 sledding hills in Zillertal promise action and fun, and an array of enjoyable holiday moments. Whether a brief intermezzo on the Lengstein sled run in Aschau in Zillertal (800 m), an exhilarating ride down to the valley on the Spieljoch in Fügen (5.5 km) or a virtually boundless sledding adventure on the Gerlossteiner run on the Hainzenberg (7 km) – this region is certain to capture the imagination of all sledders, big and small. In total, Zillertal offers 45 km of perfectly maintained sledding hills, approximately 30 of which are also lit up after dark.

Summer Holidays in Zillertal 

Hiking in Zillertal

The world’s most active valley also lives up to its name in summer: Some 1,400 km of hiking paths and 10 modern summer lifts promise a variety-packed, ultra-impressive active holiday in Zillertal. Hike up through “Marmot Land” to the top of the Gedrechter, a beautifully scenic mountain, or make your way to the Olperer Hut and the world-famous suspension footbridge there. Surrounded by lush alpine meadows, imposing peaks and turquoise reservoirs, it has never been easier to let go completely and enjoy life to the full.

Cycling in Zillertal

You are also able to appreciate the beautiful side of Zillertal to its fullest during a bicycle tour. Whether on a mountain bike or e-bike, laid-back or action-packed – a grand total of 1,300 km of bike routes promise excitement and joy no matter what you are looking for. Especially noteworthy: the 31 km long Zillertal bike path, which leads from Strass in Zillertal to Mayrhofen, and is ideal for families with children. Things become a little more challenging, for example, on the Stoamandl bike path (37.9 km), which takes you past the Wedel Hut and allows you to continue on foot to the summit of the Wimbachkopf. Jaw-dropping panoramas included! 

Bathing enjoyment in Zillertal

6 outdoor swimming pools in total give you the opportunity to enjoy refreshing holiday moments after extended hiking or biking tours, such as those in Fügen, Stumm and Zell am Ziller. Every bit as popular is the swimming lake in Schlitters, as are the so-called Erlebnis-Seen lakes at the Aufenfeld recreation area in Aschau in Zillertal, and the Fichtensee on the Rosenalm in Zell am Ziller. In the summer months, the Durlassboden reservoir in Gerlos invites everyone to swim, splash and play. Meanwhile, the Erlebnistherme Zillertal spa resort in Fügen is open year-round. Read more about it in our section on excursion destinations. 

Rock Climbing & Bouldering in Zillertal

The kids’ climbing center close to the Spieljoch mountain station is a genuine highlight for the whole family, as is the Zillertal adventure park & high-ropes course in Kaltenbach. Meanwhile, on the Gerlosstein via ferrata, you are greeted by a 240 meters-high rockface that is just waiting to be conquered. Climbers as well as boulderers are drawn like a magnet to the Zillertal Climbing Center, which offers an extensive selection of climbing experiences, indoors and out, perfect for newbies as well as pros. Just as popular with the bouldering community: the KaBOOOM rec center in Kaltenbach and the outdoor bouldering areas at the Breitlahner, Floiteck and Ginzling Forest.