FAQ

• Kaltenbach, with approximately 1,500 inhabitants, is centrally located in the middle of the Ziller Valley at an elevation of 560 meters.
• It is about 30 kilometers east of Innsbruck, where the Ziller Valley branches off south from the Inn Valley.
• From the beginning of the valley to Kaltenbach, it is 14 kilometers.
• Kaltenbach is about 50 kilometers from the state border near Kufstein.

The Ziller Valley is home to around 37,500 residents spread across 25 municipalities and is one of the most internationally known tourist regions in Austria:

• The Ziller Valley is located in the state of Tyrol in the Eastern Alps.
• From the state border near Kufstein, it is approximately 35 kilometers to the beginning of the Ziller Valley.
• The valley is named after the Ziller River, which flows from south to north and flows into the Inn River.
• From Munich, Kaltenbach in the Ziller Valley is about 140 kilometers away.
• The capital city, Vienna, is about 450 kilometers away, Berlin is 730 kilometers, and Zurich is 340 kilometers from the Ziller Valley.

• When arriving by car from Germany via Munich (A8 and A93) to Kufstein via the border to Austria.
• Leave the toll motorway (A12) at the Wiesing exit and then simply follow the Zillertal federal road B 169 to Kaltenbach (approx. 17 km from the beginning of the valley)
• Toll-free arrival is possible from Kufstein on the federal road (B 171)
• TIP: A toll-free arrival via Holzkirchen and the Achenpass is a very interesting alternative (in winter only if the weather is good)
• From November 1st toApril 15th, winter tires are mandatory in Austria in winter driving conditions. Winter tires are definitely recommended during this time.
• Having the snow chains in the trunk can never hurt as a safety reserve!

More Information

• Traveling by train to zillertal is an excellent and environmentally friendly option, especially in winter when you can travel to the Ziller Valley stress-free and without traffic.
• From Munich, you travel via the state border at Kufstein to Jenbach Station, which is the connection point to the Zillertal Railway.
• The Zillertal Railway runs almost every half hour and takes about 30 minutes to reach Kaltenbach/Stumm Station.
• Our free shuttle service will take you from the Kaltenbach station directly to our hotel.
• Please inform us of your arrival time in advance so we can organize everything for you!

Traveling by plane is a convenient option for international guests arriving at Munich, Salzburg, or Innsbruck airports. If you're wondering what to do next, we don't offer our own shuttle service from the airports, but we recommend booking Tirol Taxi online. They provide excellent service at attractive prices and will take you directly from the airports to our nature hotel in the Ziller Valley.

There are several doctors in close proximity to our hotel. The medical center and Dr. Alexander Binder's practice (General Practitioner) are just about 400 meters away. The nearest pharmacy in Kaltenbach is located at the roundabout in Kaltenbach and can be reached in just a few minutes by car. In case of mountain or ski accidents, Kaltenbach also has its own helicopter landing pad to ensure rapid assistance. Medical care is provided by the Schwaz District Hospital as well as private clinics such as the Zillertal Sports Clinic, Kettenbrücke Innsbruck, and Sanatorium Hochrum.

In Kaltenbach, you'll find everything you need for daily essentials! About 500 meters from the hotel, there are M-Preis and Braunegger supermarkets offering a wide selection of food and branded products. You'll also find two butcher shops offering regional meat specialties. For families with children, the largest toy store in the Ziller Valley is located in the town center.

Around our Aparthotel in the Ziller Valley, there is a wide selection of restaurants and traditional Tyrolean inns. In addition to delicious snacks in our hotel bar & lounge and the option for self-catering in the apartments, the mountain huts in the Zillertal ski and hiking area offer culinary highlights. This way, you can stay flexible during your sports vacation or family vacation with children and babies while still enjoying the variety of Tyrolean cuisine in the mountains!