The Zillertal valley in summer

Although many people associate Austria and the Zillertal with winter sports, this area is also ideal for booking a summer holiday! Where the mountains offer space for skiers and snowboarders in the winter, you can enjoy the beautiful nature, green surroundings and fresh air here in the summer.

The Zillertal offers a beautiful nature park with mountains up to 3500m. The nature park was awarded in 2015. With four different holiday regions, you will always find a suitable holiday destination here with numerous activities and opportunities for young and old.

Hike in the Zillertal valley

Have you booked a summer vacation in the Zillertal? Then making a (mountain) walk is an absolute must! Under the guidance of a certified mountain guide, you discover the most beautiful places in the area. Zillertal-reisen.com specializes in this field and offers you the opportunity to take a walk under the guidance of a certified private guide. We organize various beautiful walks throughout the summer through the Zillertal Alps nature park and the surroundings of Mayrhofen. Our certified mountain guide speaks Dutch, German and English. You can also make a choice in terms of difficulty and length of the walk. We guarantee an unforgettable walk, where you can optimally experience the beauty of the mountains and the nature park. 

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Cycling in the Zillertal

The Zillertal is known for its beautiful surroundings, cosiness, activity, but especially sportiness. With hundreds of kilometers of hiking and mountain bike trails, you are not bored! Also for mountain bike routes, different levels are taken into account. As a family with children, you can make a great bike ride here, but also as a starting mountain biker or as an experienced mountain biker. The combination of fresh mountain air, movement and nature ensure an ultimate feeling of relaxation.

Water sports in the Zillertal

You can find numerous mountain lakes in the Zillertal. During your summer vacation in the Zillertal, visiting mountain lakes is a special activity to do. You can take a dip in the (ice cold) water, you can simply relax and enjoy the surroundings and in some cases you can book a mountain hut to stay the night on the lake. Between Gerlos and Königsleiten lies the Stausee, a large lake where you can also practice water sports.

Zillertal Active Card

To discover the Zillertal in the summer period, you can use the Activcard. This card gives you access to the "highlights" in the area. In addition, you can make unlimited use of public transport and mountain railways, so you don't have to miss a thing of the area.