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Your Winter in Zillertal
It's a feeling

White slopes, bright sun rays and tasty food in a post-card perfect mountain setting - This is Tirol's Zillertal!

A holiday in Zillertal feels a bit like visiting friends. This might be due to the many traditional, family-run hotels and inns. Or perhaps it is because visiting Zillertal is so effortless: Its snow reliability and short lift waiting times mean you won’t have to worry about a thing. Sitting at up to 3,250 m, with 80% of the region above 1,700 m, means skiing in Zillertal is possible well into April. Afterwards, just head to the Hintertux Glacier, it has the longest ski season in the whole of Austria.

No matter if you are looking for a challenging black piste, a leisurely one with stunning views or a beginner-friendly descent, you'll find your dream slope here. Love a bit of adrenaline? Head to the snow parks or go free riding. And if mindful activities are more your cup of tea, enjoy hikes, tobogganing or cross-country skiing.

The Zillertal lifestyle can best be described as a zest of life with a love for the outdoors and great food. Live in the moment and make memories for a lifetime.

Facts & Figures
Lifts180
Slopes546 km
Cross-country trails113 km
Winter hiking trails460 km
Altitude580 - 3,509 m
Highest point for skiingHintertux glacier 3,250 m

Skiing season:
4 December 2026 - 11 April 2027

Why visit Zillertal

Zillertal is one of the most well-known winter regions in the Austrian Alps, yet it has retained its original traditional down-to-earth vibe. The pistes sit at up to 3,250 m here, with 80% of the region above 1,700 m, so you'll be guaranteed excellent snow conditions throughout the whole season.

FAQs

By plane:
The closest airports are Innsbruck (50 km), Salzburg (150 km) and Munich, Germany (170 km).

By train/bus:
Take a train to Jenach (direct train from Innsbruck: 20 min, Salzburg: 1:30 min or Munich: 1:30), then a local train or shuttle to your final destination.

By car:
From the east: Take the A1 motorway to Salzburg, then cross through Germany, continue on the A12 to the Zillertal exit and then take the B169 into Zillertal.

From the west: Take the A12 motorway to the Zillertal exit, then the B169 into Zillertal.

Zillertal is a leading family destination in the Alps. It offers a great mix of adventure, recreation and relaxation for all ages and is particularly beloved for its fun and exciting family experiences. There are ski schools for all ages, fun slopes, kids' areas in snow parks, kindergartens for the youngest and a total of 48 km of toboggan runs.

  • Mountain Loft (Spieljoch)

    A family-friendly hut right next to the slope and mountain station. Tip: Try their home-made pizza on the sun terrace!

  • Wiesenalm (Zillertal Arena)

    Close to the two middle stations Rosenalmbahn and Karspitzbahn, perfect for skiers and sunbathers.

  • WhiteLounge am Ahorn

    A snow bar with deck chairs right at the slope and stunning panoramas as a bonus.

The Zillertal Super Ski Pass is the ultimate ticket to skiing fun in Zillertal. It is valid from early December to mid-April on all 548 km of slopes and 180 lifts in the four ski areas Hochzillertal-Hochfügen-Spieljoch, Zillertal Arena, Mayrhofen Bergbahnen – Mountopolis, Ski & Glacier World Zillertal 3000.

Winter dreamone resort, nonstop fun

Highlights in Zillertal you won't forget

Experiences on the slopes

Experiences away from the slopes

Events in Zillertal in winter

Insider Tip for Zillertal

The Blue Hour

As the winter day slowly awakens or fades into night, the Zillertal reveals the magic of the blue hour. The sky bathes the snow-covered mountains in deep blue, giving the slopes, alpine huts, and villages a uniquely atmospheric glow. While snow groomers begin their nightly work, a winter hike or ski tour becomes an especially memorable experience in this peaceful setting. The blue hour embodies quiet beauty, a slower pace, and unforgettable winter moments in the Zillertal.

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Zillertal Tourismus GmbH

Gewerbegebiet Nord 1

6262 Schlitters

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