Summer mountain railways

Up to the Mountain - Cable Cars in the Zillertal

Hiking & Biking in the Zillertal – With 10 summer cable cars, you can easily reach the most scenic hiking starting points. Kaltenbach is the perfect base for cycling tours through the Zillertal, Inntal, and Achental. Your bike? Simply take it along on the Zillertalbahn or the cable cars! Best of all: Families can enjoy a diverse summer program with adventure and action parks.

Zillertal Summer Cable Cars

10 summer cable cars take you to the hotspots of the Zillertal!

For families with children, riding the modern summer cable cars in the Zillertal is a true highlight. Easily reach the coolest adventure parks, mountain lakes, and hiking trails. Top-class comfort and technology ensure a relaxed ascent to the peaks – with 100% fun guaranteed!

7 cable cars with bike transport for cycling enthusiasts and mountain bikers
Sunrise and sunset gondolas plus exclusive mountain events
Zillertal Activ Card | Summer discount cards for family trips with cable cars

Opening times – Zillertal cable cars: From spring to autumn, the summer lifts offer unforgettable highlights!

Adventure Mountain Spieljoch

At the Spieljoch Adventure Mountain, mountaineers and adventurers are in the perfect place. In addition to the breathtaking view of the surrounding mountains, numerous recreational activities await around the mountain station. The "First Zillertal Barefoot Trail," a climbing garden, and the new Flying Fox provide fun and variety on the mountain. Highlights at the Spieljoch Adventure Mountain in the Erste Ferienregion Fügen - Kaltenbach include:

High Ropes Course – A skill-based rope course with 10 stations
Flying Fox – 300 meters of adrenaline rush with a breathtaking backdrop
Monster Roller – A 6.5 km downhill track with mountain carts – highly recommended!
Children's Climbing Garden – Various difficulty levels with professional guides
Crystal Park – Search for mountain crystals
Relax & Balance Park – A peaceful retreat by the reservoir lakes

With the new gondola and mountain restaurant, Spieljoch has been truly revitalized and is now an exciting adventure mountain for families.

Zillertal Arena in Summer

The various adventure worlds with the four summer cable cars in the Zillertal Arena make family hearts beat faster and turn a summer vacation into a truly special experience:

Fichtenwelt on the Rosenalm | A true highlight for a family vacation in Tyrol is the Fichtenschloss (Spruce Castle) and the new Fichtensee (Spruce Lake) near the Rosenalmbahn in Zell am Ziller. This enormous wooden castle features a unique play area, while the newly added Fichtensee offers a relaxing retreat for the whole family amidst nature. A perfect combination is a leisurely hike along the Schmankerlweg from the mountain station of the Rosenalmbahn!

Alpine Paradise Gerlosstein | The Gerlossteinbahn in Hainzenberg follows the motto "Back to the roots," offering an alpine paradise with many new attractions. The themed Alpine Promenade trail provides fascinating insights into Zillertal's history and culture. For thrill-seekers, the Almflieger zipline delivers pure action, while the new Hüpfstadl, featuring exciting climbing opportunities, ensures plenty of fun!

Latschenland Gerlos | Taking the Isskogelbahn in Gerlos brings you straight to the Latschenland adventure playground at 1,950 meters above sea level. Whether rabbits, goats, calves, or chickens – this vast play area and the new adventure climbing trail always have something exciting happening.

Summit World Königsleiten | Looking for a mountain adventure with the family? The wooden marble run at the Dorfbahn Königsleiten mountain station is a must-see! From the legendary Kröndlwurmsee to the GipfelLiner Königsleiten zipline, this popular summer cable car in Zillertal at 2,300 meters above sea level offers plenty of fun and adrenaline for an unforgettable family outing.

Summer in Mayrhofen

Penkenbahn - The Action Mountain | Hikers and bikers can find their personal summit joy on Action Mountain Penken. Action fans can walk on water with Funballz or explore Penken with mountain scooters. Another highlight is the E-Trial Course, where you'll quickly see who has skill, coordination, and nerves of steel! An idyllic mountain playground with swings, a climbing tower, a slide, and a water playground rounds off the offerings at the Fun Sports Station Penken.

Ahornbahn - The Enjoyment Mountain | Unforgettable vacation experiences for the whole family await at the Enjoyment Mountain Ahorn. The cozy, stroller-friendly Genießerrundweg (scenic circular trail) with four viewing platforms, Ahornsee (Ahorn Lake), and the Ahronbachl creek invite you to play, relax, and linger. The Bird of Prey Show at the Adlerbühne Ahorn will leave not only the little ones in awe.

Discover the Tux valley in the Zillertal

Finkenberger Almbahn - Finkenberg | High above daily life, you can enjoy the summer mountain panorama, engage in sports activities, or simply relax and unwind. The idyllic Moorlehrpfad (moor educational trail) at Penken starts right at the middle station and is an educational hike for the whole family. Pepis Kinderland guarantees fun for the entire family – a true highlight is the Capella Granata, designed by Swiss star architect Mario Botta from Ticino, located at 2,087 meters above sea level, east of the reservoir at Penkenjoch.

Eggalmbahn - Lanersbach/Tux | A major highlight of the Eggalmbahn is the new Almspielerei, which amazes and delights even the youngest hikers. Around the mountain station of the Eggalmbahn at 1,950 meters above sea level, you’ll find various play stations, a huge water pond with a boat pull, which can also be explored while kneipping, guaranteeing lots of fun for the whole family!

Hintertuxer Gletscher - Hintertux | Families and nature lovers can reach a fascinating mountain world with the summer cable cars up to 3,250 meters, recharging their energy for daily life. Additionally, you’ll find the natural monument Spannagelhöhle, the highest show cave in Europe. Discover the eternal ice at the Natur Eis Palast at 3,200 meters above sea level. This unique natural jewel allows you to enter a walkable glacier crevasse with magical ice stalactites, huge sparkling ice crystals, frozen waterfalls, and even a glacier lake.

Zillertal Activcard - Zillertal Advantage Card

Between the end of May and the beginning of October, the Zillertal Activcard is your perfect companion to fully enjoy the Zillertal! It serves as a ticket for cable cars, trains, and buses, as well as an entry and discount card. The Zillertal Activcard is valid for 6, 9, or 12 consecutive days from the date of purchase. Your benefits at a glance:

One daily ride up and down with one of up to 10 cable cars of your choice
Free entry to 6 outdoor swimming pools: Fügen, Stumm, Zell am Ziller, Hippach, Mayrhofen, and Finkenberg (one visit per day)
Free use of most public transport in the region (excluding the steam train*)
At least 10% discount at over 65 partner businesses in and around the Zillertal
The summer cable cars are in operation from early June to the end of October – Summer cable car opening times Zillertal

FAQ

Which mountain lifts are open in the Zillertal during summer?

There’s something for everyone during summer vacations: In the Zillertal, ten summer mountain lifts are open, providing action as well as tranquility and a unique mountain experience for active holidaymakers, along with exciting adventures for families:

Spieljochbahn Fügen
Rosenalmbahn in Zell am Ziller
Gerlossteinbahn Hainzenberg
Isskogelbahn Gerlos
Königsleiten Dorfbahn
Ahornbahn in Mayrhofen
Penkenbahn Mountopolis
Finkenberger Almbahnen
Eggalm Bahnen Lanersbach
Hintertux Glacier

Here you will find all the information and exact opening times for the summer mountain lifts. The cable car in Kaltenbach - Hochzillertal is not open in summer, but stunning views are guaranteed: The Zillertal Alpine Road, one of the most beautiful alpine roads in Tyrol, starts in Kaltenbach and is among the most popular and scenic panoramic roads in Tyrol.

Is the use of the mountain lifts in the Zillertal free in summer?

The use of the summer mountain lifts is not free. The key to extraordinary experiences is the Zillertal Activ Card, an all-in-one ticket for ultimate summer fun in the most active valley in the world.

Where are the adventure playgrounds located in the mountains of the Zillertal?

The summer mountain lifts in the Zillertal offer spectacular adventure playgrounds and recreational parks. Especially on hot summer days, action and adrenaline are guaranteed at pleasant temperatures. Some of the most popular adventure playgrounds in Tyrol include:

Fichtenwelt with the Fichtenschloss and Fichtensee in the Zillertal Arena
Pepis Kinderland - family fun at Penkenjoch
Erlebnisberg Spieljoch

Tip! Here’s an overview of the many beautiful playgrounds for children that provide fun and action, and are, of course, free to use.