Summer vacation in the Zillertal
Unforgettable mountain experiences in Tyrol
You have arrived: in the natural idyll of Tyrol. And in our 4-star Hotel Almhof in the “First Holiday Region in the Zillertal”. This is where the active summer vacation begins. And for everyone as they like.
- 1000 kilometers of hiking trails invite you to explore the Zillertal with mountain boots and a backpack. Depending on your level of fitness and taste, you can choose from all kinds of tours. You can also take the hiking bus back if you wish.
- Cycling & Biking: with city and e-bikes on valley bike paths, over challenging mountain trails or over mountain passes. The Zillertal offers tours for pleasure cyclists, mountain bikers, racing bike fans and freeriders.
- Dive in & swim – that is simply part of the summer! Natural ponds, outdoor pools and the Fügen adventure spa provide the desired cooling.
- Climbing experiences the Zillertal has to offer in large numbers. Conquer the via ferratas, climbing and high ropes courses as well as the climbing hall.
- Yourself at Archery to surrender completely to the inner Robin Hood. In the Bogenpark Hochfügen – at 1,500 meters above sea level and surrounded by wonderful high alpine scenery – this becomes an unforgettable experience and only a stone’s throw away from our hotel.
- To ski – yes also in summer! On the Hintertux Glacier, Austria’s only year-round ski area. Skiing in the morning, swimming in the afternoon: only available in the Zillertal.
Hiking in the Zillertal
1000 kilometers of hiking trails on three levels
The Zillertal welcomes its guests with 1000 km of hikers at three altitudes and all skill levels: Those who like it leisurely can stroll through the valley of the hiking paradise Zillertal. The low mountain range with countless romantic alpine pastures and viewpoints is also fascinating. Summiteers climb the peaks and experience real heights. The cozy huts and summer mountain railways are popular with all hikers: eleven mountain railways swing you up into the air.
Tip: With the Zillertal Activcard in your pocket, you can use one cable car free of charge every day.
Highlights of your hiking holiday in the Zillertal:
- 1000 kilometers of hiking trails on three levels
- 10 Summer mountain railroads
- Numerous themed hiking trails and guided hikes
- Quaint huts that invite you to linger
- With the hiking bus you can reach the most beautiful starting points or home to your accommodation
Spieljochbahn in Fügen
High flights for the whole family
The Spieljoch is a real family adventure mountain. In a few minutes you will be lifted from 640 to 1860 meters. At the top, a grandiose panorama opens up to you and a true paradise for children: In the water play park directly at the mountain station, water rafts, logs & Co. invite you to play. Kids can prove themselves and explore their limits in the children’s climbing garden.
Hiking is also popular on the Spieljoch: you can reach the Spieljoch summit in just 20 minutes on the barefoot path. The highest show mine in Austria is about 45 minutes away. Explore underground life on a guided tour.
Tip: Children up to the age of 15 use the mountain railway free of charge.
Crossing the Alps: from Tegernsee to South Tyrol
The route to cross the Alps leads from the Tegernsee over the Achensee and the Zillertal to South Tyrol. Hochfügen is exactly on the route. All routes are easy to moderately difficult and offer a breathtaking panorama. During your holiday in the Zillertal you can hike from Hochfügen to Achensee or Mayrhofen (approx. 5 hours) in approx. 4 hours – you can return by bus.
Hiking tips in the “First Holiday Region in the Zillertal”
- Gamssteinhütte – Loashütte
Leisurely family hike from the parking lot at the lift ticket office in Hochfügen over the cross-country ski trail to the Gamssteinhaus and then on to the Loashütte. Fantastic panoramic view of the Inn Valley.
Walking time: there and back approx. 3 hours - 4-Almen-March (hiking trail no.13)
From Hochfügen to the Holzalm-Niederleger, on to the Viertelalm. Crossing the Finsingbach, out of the valley to the Pfundsalm-Niederleger, to the left following the markings to the Lamarkalm and back to the starting point.
Walking time: approx. 2 hours - Day tour to the Gilfert (2,506 m)
From Hochfügen via the Lamarkalm to Kohlgruben, ascent to Gilfert. Descent over the Alm Waidoffen and back to Hochfügen.
Walking time: approx. 7 hours. - Hochfügen – Kellerjoch (2,344 m)
From Hochfügen to the Gamssteinhaus, then about 60 meters in altitude uphill to the north, then follow Steig 10 in steady ups and downs to the Gartalmhaus. At the Gartalmhaus turn west and through a wide cirque up to the Kellerjoch. Pass the Kellerjochhütte and follow Steig 312 to the Kellerjoch (large chapel).
Descent: Take the same trail until shortly after the Kellerjochhütte, at the yoke briefly downhill to the west, then follow the Hochebenweg 311 south to the Gamssteinhaus.
Walking time: approx. 7 hours - Spieljoch – Geolsalm – Hochfügen
A mountain trail with distinction from the Tyrolean provincial government: with the Spieljochbahn up to the Spieljoch. From there on to the Geolsalm, then to the Gartalm (1,830 m Hochleger). The path leads through treeless terrain in the direction of Maschental – Lamarkalm to Hochfügen.
Walking time: approx. 5 hours - Mountain tour to the Rastkogel (2,762 m)
From Hochfügen via the Pfundsalm to the Sidanjoch and the Rastkogelhütte (approx. 5 hours there and back) or from the Sidanjoch via the Zentralweg to the Sidanseen and on to the Rastkogel (approx. 7 to 8 hours there and back). Altitude difference approx. 1,300 m. Return via the Viertelalm-Hochleger to the Holzalm and back to Hochfügen. - Huberwinkelalm
From Hochfügen via the Quellenweg to the Kegelalm-Niederleger and on to the Huberwinkelalm. Look forward to delicious local dishes on the sunny hut terrace – surrounded by a wonderful backdrop.
Walking time to the Alm: approx. 40 minutes.
Mountain biking in the Zillertal
On the bike to holiday happiness
Explore the Zillertal on the saddle. Our KOSIS Sports Lifestyle Hotel in the center of Fügen is recommended as a bike hotel in the Zillertal. Of course, you can also enjoy your bike holiday in the Zillertal from all of our other accommodations.
800 kilometers of bike and cycle routes
The Zillertal is criss-crossed by 800 kilometers of bike and cycle routes. Hobby cyclists get their money’s worth as well as experienced mountain bikers, racing bike enthusiasts and passionate freeriders. You can rent all bikes from our trusted partner.
Tip: With the Zillertal Activcard you can enjoy a daily ascent and descent on one of the eleven summer mountain railways and free travel on most public transport.
- Zillertal cycle path
The Zillertal Cycle Path runs for around 30 kilometers from Strass to Mayrhofen. Due to the barely noticeable altitude, the bike path is ideal for families with children and beginners. Explore the Zillertal by bike! - Mountain bike routes & single trails
With the mountain bike you go up to alpine pastures and peaks. You can conquer around 30,000 vertical meters on the tours in the Zillertal. There are leisurely tours with a stop at a hut, but also demanding “calf bite stages”. If you want to save energy, you can take a lift from the mountain railways – that is also allowed. It goes downhill on the single trails. An adventure that especially delights freeriders. - Road bike tours in the Zillertal
The Zillertaler Höhenstraße and the Gerlos pass road are classics for racing bike fans. Those who have mastered the hairpin bends will be rewarded with a fantastic panorama.
E-bike rental in Hochfügen:
You can hire an e-bike directly from our neighboring hotel.
Climbing in the Zillertal
Experience the Tyrol holiday from a vertical perspective
Mountains have always fascinated mankind. And some are not satisfied with looking at them from a distance or getting close to them on hikes.
The Zillertal offers climbing fans numerous opportunities to indulge in their hobby: Nine via ferratas with fixed steel cables, brackets and ladders lead through steep and spectacular walls. The granite rock is ideal here: it is particularly hard and has good friction properties. Adrenaline enthusiasts will also get their money’s worth in the four climbing gardens, at the outdoor climbing tower and in the climbing and bouldering hall.
Swimming in the Zillertal
Pure refreshment in the Tyrolean mountains
Cooling down is good on hot days. Enjoy the swimming pools in the area. To relax and refresh after a demanding hike or bike tour. Or just like that.
Our tips for your bathing fun in the Zillertal:
- With the Zillertal Activcard you have daily entry to one of the six outdoor pools.
- The Fügen adventure pool with 1,700 m² of water surface offers everything that inspires water lovers: water cannons, flood shower, trampoline, starfish, flow channel, water mushroom, bouncy cushion, air bubble, giant jumping castle and two water slides 60 and 74 m in length. If it is too cool outside for you, you can use the indoor pools of the Erlebnistherme Fügen.
- The Zillertal also has swimming lakes to offer: the Schlitters swimming lake with a large children’s play park, the adventure pond in Aschau and the refreshing Durlaßboden reservoir.
Have fun bathing!
Summer skiing on the Hintertux Glacier
Only available in the Zillertal
The Hintertux Glacier guarantees ski fans unique skiing fun 365 days a year. The ski area with 60 kilometers of slopes of all levels of difficulty is the only one in Austria that is open all year round.
Have fun with summer skiing!
Tip: You can hire your equipment from our ski hire shop.
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Hotel Almhof
Kosis Sports Lifestyle Hotel
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