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Austria winter holidays

Winter magic to suit every taste

The region around the Zillertal valley has a wide range of winter activities. From skiing to winter hiking, there is something for every taste, every ability level and every age. Experience a unique winter holiday in the Zillertal valley!

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Hochzillertal ski area

Skiing up to 2500m – The Hochzillertal ski area sets high standards and is internationally recognised for this. Speedy lift facilities, fantastic pistes, cuisine which is beyond compare and much more make this winter sports destination unique.

Ein Mädchen fährt wagemutig in der Hocke eine präparierte Piste entlang, die durch den dichten Wald führt

Ski courses in the Zillertal

Ski holidays in Zillertal

Winter hikes Zillertal

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Tobogganging

Cross-Country Skiing

Specials und Events im Zillertal

Advent and Christmas season in Tyrol

The Advent and Christmas season in Tyrol is truly special. Tradition and customs are at the heart of the festivities, accompanied by culinary delights that taste especially good during this festive time. These moments invite you to conclude the year with a delightful winter holiday in the Tyrolean mountains.

In the Zillertal, you can experience the charming Zillertal Christmas in Fügen. A short winter break with visits to the most beautiful Christmas markets in Tyrol—such as the Rattenberger Advent in Austria's smallest town and the Bergweihnacht in Innsbruck, with its famous Christmas market in the Old Town at the Golden Roof—makes the Christmas season unforgettable.

 Overview Advent- and Christmas Markets

Skifood Festival Hochzillertal

Ski-Opening and Ski Food Festival from 14.-15. Dezember 2024

Look forward to a unique summit meeting of flavors, where culinary specialties from 12 countries meet on the stunning ski slopes of the Zillertal, making this event an absolute highlight.

As diverse as the 13 huts and restaurants are, each one specializes in a particular country. International star chefs, inspired by the respective regions, create dishes of the highest level.

Ski Food Festival

Alpicon Zillertal

Festivalfeeling from 21.-22. March 2025 up to 2.500 Meters


Breathtaking mountain scenery, pulsating beats, and pure "Good Vibes" – in 2025, the Alpicon House Music Festival will once again make the Hochzillertal-Kaltenbach region come alive!

On March 21st and 22nd, local and international artists will transform the ski area into a party zone with the finest sounds of House, Discohouse, Deephouse, Clubhouse, and Tech House.

For all details, check out Alpicon Festival – Free entry | save the date!

See you in 2025

Snowbombing Festival

Ultimative Music Festival from 07.-12.04.2025

Welcome to Snowbombing – the ultimate alpine adventure! Over 2,500 meters above sea level, in one of Europe's most beautiful ski resorts, an unparalleled music festival awaits you. Get ready for performances by over 100 world-class artists at spectacular locations such as igloo raves, forest parties, and mountaintop stages.

Enjoy 650 km of slopes in the Zillertal and experience an unforgettable live music event, immersing yourself in the perfect blend of adrenaline and relaxation.

Snowbombing Mayrhofen

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SKIING IN TYROL

So close to the powder snow! The Hotel Kaltenbach is just 350 metres from the Hochzillertal valley station (the cable car operates from 07:30 a.m.). For all of you who prefer things to be even more comfortable, we have a shuttle service to ta station of the cable line. Right at the valley station your ski equipment awaits in a private ski spint! Our cooperation partner Sport Stock in Tyrol provides a practical online reservation for a seamless winter holiday. In the „Zillertal Arena“, „Ski Zillertal 3000“ and Hintertuxer Glacier ski areas ski buses and cable cars operate from Kaltenbach several times a day.

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Top offers for your winter holiday in Tyrol

08.03. - 21.03.2025

Family Winter

7 nights
from € 2.850,- p.R.
Fun & Action
Family Winter
22.03. - 04.04.2025

Ski & Wellness

7 nights
from € 2.750 p.R.
Sun skiing in the Zillertal
Ski & Wellness
05.04.- 19.04.2025

Easter Special

7 nights
from € 2.850,- p.R.
Easter Special

WINTER HIKING

Those of you prefer to enjoy the winter landscape away from the pistes, ought to take part in the regular snowshoe hikes with your host Stephan Haas. As a qualified mountain guide he knows the best spots and takes you out into the natural surroundings to experience the winter magic for yourself. The routes proceed through deep snow-covered woodlands, fields and an unspoilt landscape – you will find the tranquillity and relaxation that you need here. For alternative, the zillertal also offers numerous winter hiking trails, where you can experience the unique natural scenery up clos. New! Winter hiking trail from the mountain station hochzillertal to the Albergo viewing platform at Wimbachkopf. For experienced hikers there is a spectacular winter hiking trail to the Wedelhütte.

SKI SCHOOL IN ZILLERTAL

Every beginning is hard – at least that’s what they say. However, the ski schools in the Zillertal provide a gentle and adequate start to skiing. For advanced users, ongoing technical trainings and driving safety courses are very interesting. In individual or group training, the technique, posture and driving safety are worked on. With us you can easily book a ski course or ski instructor via our partner Ski school Keiler. Whether for beginners, advanced or newcomers. In group or individual training. The courses can be booked comfortably online and are therefore ideally integrated into your holiday planning.

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FREERIDING

The Hochzillertal - Hochfügen ski area is THE sought-after freeriding hotspot in the Zillertal valley. Here keen freeriders get to experience unspoilt deep snow slopes and pure freedom! The highlight in a winter holiday is the annual Freeride Qualifier Tour „Big Mountain“. But away from the pistes you ought not to forget about safety. We organise one of the most recognised ski and mountain guides in Tyrol for our guests - Stefan Wierer looks after you and takes you through the inspirational mountains, showing you the best slopes.

TOBOGGANING FUN

A speedy tobogganing session with a refreshment stop in an alpine inn afterwards is part and parcel of a great winter holiday! On the Hainzberg (around  8 km away) is the longest toboggan run in the Zillertal valley. Zip down the mountain with family and friends over 7 km – fun you will well remember later. There are more toboggan runs in Fügen at the Spieljochbahn (5,5 km), Goglhof (3.5 km) and Hochfügen (1.5 km).

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CROSS COUNTRY SKIING

Kaltenbach with its broad, sunny basin and surrounding mountains is also very suitable for cross-country skiing and ski hiking. Access to the 53  kilometres of pistes is just 200 metres from the Hotel Kaltenbach. This time-proven winter sport offers a lovely change from alpine skiing. With the high altitude trails in Hochzillertal and Hochfügen ski areas, snow is guaranteed and there is nothing to stand in the way of cross-country skiing. The most important cross-country skiing centre in the region is only 30 minutes by car from our spa hotel in austria. The Achensee region around Tyrols largest lake offers unrestricted cross-country skiing enjoyment with more than 200 kilometers of trails.

Where to spend your winter holiday in the Zillertal?

The perfect location for a winter holiday in the Zillertal is in the front part of the valley, between Fügen, Kaltenbach, and Mayrhofen. This area stands out due to excellent transport connections, both via the highway and the Zillertalbahn with its ideal train links. Kaltenbach is centrally located in the middle of the Zillertal, within the First Holiday Region, and offers the ideal holiday home—whether for active winter sports enthusiasts or families looking for a relaxed winter vacation.

What highlights and events await guests during a winter vacation in the Zillertal?

The Zillertal is among the most popular winter holiday destinations in the Alps, offering a true paradise for winter sports enthusiasts: 548 kilometers of ski slopes and 180 state-of-the-art lifts guarantee snow reliability up to 3,250 meters. This region is one of the most snow-secure areas in the Alps and is perfect for a variety of activities. From skiing and winter hiking to ski touring, snowshoe trekking, and tobogganing for the whole family—the Zillertal is a true Eldorado for outdoor enthusiasts, providing the ideal setting for an unforgettable winter holiday in the Tyrolean mountains.

 

Which hotel in Tyrol offers winter packages for families and couples?

The Kaltenbach, a sports hotel in the Zillertal, delights guests with tailored offerings: attractive family packages for unforgettable holidays with children, and special arrangements for couples and friends seeking the perfect blend of wellness and relaxation during their winter vacation. Here, a wide range of sports meets pure relaxation in the heart of the Tyrolean mountains.

 

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Healthy breakfast

Enjoying a leisurely breakfast together is one of the loveliest things while you are on holiday. The regional breakfast buffet in the hotel 'Das Kaltenbach' provides a really delicious start to your day.

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Sports and relaxation during your holidays in the alps

In Kaltenbach, Zillertal, there are many highlights throughout the year: the unique mountain scenery turns into a hiking paradise in summer. In winter you can choose one of the numerous pistes. Nature offers countless opportunities for active holidays in Tyrol!

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