Travel Guide of Zillertal Alps in Italy by Influencers and Travelers

The Zillertal Alps are a mountain range of the Central Eastern Alps on the border of Austria and Italy.

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How to visit Zillertal Alps ?

To reach the Zillertal Alps, the nearest airports are Innsbruck (INN) in Austria, and Bolzano (BZO) in Italy. From either airport, you can rent a car or take public transportation to reach the heart of the Zillertal Alps. Trains and buses are available from Bolzano and Innsbruck, connecting to the towns of Mayrhofen and Zell am Ziller in the Zillertal valley.

It is recommended to book accommodation and guided tours in advance, especially during the high seasons of summer and winter. If you plan to go skiing, consider booking ski passes and equipment rentals ahead of time to ensure availability and avoid long queues.

The costs for visiting the Zillertal Alps can vary depending on the season and your choice of activities. On average, you should budget around €100-150 per day for accommodation, meals, and activities. Ski passes and guided tours can cost extra, so plan accordingly.

There are numerous activities to enjoy in the Zillertal Alps. During the summer, hiking and mountain biking are popular choices. Explore the Berliner Höhenweg, a high-altitude trail, or try the Zillertal Runde, a multi-day trek through the alpine landscapes. In winter, the Zillertal Ski Arena offers a range of snow sports, including skiing, snowboarding, and cross-country skiing.

To experience the local cuisine, head to the Alpenrose in Zell am Ziller for traditional Tyrolean dishes or try the cozy Gasthof Thanner in Mayrhofen, which offers a delightful blend of Italian and Austrian flavors. For a more upscale dining experience, visit Sieghard's in Mayrhofen, known for its elegant atmosphere and gourmet cuisine.

For accommodation, consider the Alpenhotel Kramerwirt in Mayrhofen, a family-run hotel with a charming atmosphere and excellent service. Alternatively, you can stay at the Hotel Neuwirt in Zell am Ziller, which offers a comfortable and modern stay with easy access to ski lifts and hiking trails. For a more luxurious experience, the Hotel Alpina in Mayrhofen provides a spa, fine dining, and stunning views of the surrounding mountains.

Off the beaten path:

For an unusual and memorable experience, consider visiting the Spannagel Cave, the largest marble cave in Central Europe, located near the Tuxer Glacier. Guided tours are available, allowing visitors to explore the fascinating cave system and uncover its hidden secrets. This unique underground adventure offers a rare glimpse into the geological wonders of the Zillertal Alps and is an unforgettable addition to your trip.

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1 - Luttach

   8 km away

Luttach is a mountain village in northern Italy. It is a frazione of the comune of Ahrntal in South Tyrol. It is a popular tourist destination in all seasons and boasts several hotels, as well as numerous shops and an indoor swimming pool.

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2 - Neves-Stausee

   12 km away

The Neves-Stausee is a reservoir in the Mühlwaldertal in South Tyrol, Italy. It belongs to the municipality of Mühlwald.

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3 - Mountain Bike in Kronplatz

   13 km away

Known for their mesmerizing landscapes, the Italian Alps are the ideal mountain biking location for an eMTB lover. If you are a seasoned cycler seeking new adventures, this guided e-biking tour from Campo Tures near Kronplatz will not disappoint you....

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4 - Hoher Weißzint

   13 km away

The Hoher Weißzint is a mountain in the Zillertal Alps on the border between Tyrol, Austria, and South Tyrol, Italy.

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5 - Mühlwald

   15 km away

Mühlwald is a comune in South Tyrol, a province in northern Italy, located about 60 kilometres northeast of Bolzano, on the border with Austria.

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6 - Zip-Lining in Zillertal

   15 km away

Are you looking for an adventure? A high flying rush? A fever for adrenaline?! Then we have the cure for you! The Flying Fox zipline at Schlegeis Dam is going to knock your socks off the excitement. This zipline runs the length of the dam (600 meters...

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7 - Rein in Taufers

   15 km away

Sand in Taufers is a comune mercato in South Tyrol in northern Italy.

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8 - Gruppo Vedrette di Ries

   20 km away

The Rieserferner Group is a mountain range in the Austrian Central Alps. Together with the Ankogel Group, Goldberg Group, Glockner Group, Schober Group, Kreuzeck Group, Granatspitze Group, Venediger Group and the Villgraten Mountains the group is part of the High Tauern.

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9 - Via Ferrata in Zillertal

   15 km away

A truly one of a kind experience, the Via Ferrata at Schlegeis Dam scales the actual dam itself. This is the only known Via Ferrata like this in the world. The climb begins at the base of the 131-meter Schlegeis dam. You will scale vertically until t...

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10 - Antholzer See

   25 km away

The Antholzer See is a lake in the Antholzertal in South Tyrol, Italy. It belongs to the municipality of Rasen-Antholz.

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11 - Rieserferner-Ahrn Nature Park

   26 km away

The Rieserferner-Ahrn Nature Park is a nature reserve in South Tyrol, Italy. The name Rieserferner comes from the eternal ice area called Rieserferner at the Schneebiger Nock glacier.

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12 - Bungee Jumping in Zillertal

   15 km away

Enjoy Bungee Jumping? If so you'll love the new Giant Swing at Schlegeis Dam. Basically, bungee jumping at an angle hence the name Giant Swing. You'll jump off the 131-meter dam and swing alongside it. A 30-meter free fall with an incredible swing wi...

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13 - Brenner Pass

   30 km away

The Brenner Pass is a mountain pass through the Alps which forms the border between Italy and Austria. It is one of the principal passes of the Eastern Alpine range and has the lowest altitude among Alpine passes of the area.

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14 - Plose

   40 km away

The Plose is a massif with several peaks near Brixen in South Tyrol, Italy. Its peaks are: Telegraph, Pfannspitze and Gabler. It is bordered by the Eisacktal to the west, the Lüsner Valley to the north and east and the Aferer Valley as well as the Würzjoch to the south.

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15 - Ski lessons in Mayrhofen

   16 km away

Have you always dreamt of skiing in a beautiful location but never did? These incredible beginner ski lessons in Mayrhofen have got you covered! Mayrhofen is one of the most charming areas of Tirol, ideal for ski lovers. Along with a beginner group a...

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16 - Parco naturale di Fanes-Sennes-Braies

   41 km away

Tofane is a mountain group in the Dolomites of northern Italy, west of Cortina d'Ampezzo in the province of Belluno, Veneto. Most of the Tofane lies within Parco naturale delle Dolomiti d'Ampezzo, a nature park.

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17 - Sass Putia

   41 km away

The Peitlerkofel is a mountain of the Dolomites in South Tyrol, Italy. A solitary mountain, it stands between Val Badia to the east and the Villnöß valley to the west, in the very north of the Dolomites.

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18 - Naturpark Fanes-Sennes-Prags

   41 km away

The Fanes-Sennes-Prags Nature Park is a nature reserve in the Dolomites in South Tyrol, Italy.

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19 - Toblacher See

   43 km away

The Toblacher See is a lake in the municipality of Toblach in South Tyrol, Italy.

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20 - Badia

   46 km away

Badia is a comune in South Tyrol, northern Italy. It is one of the five Ladin-speaking communities of the Val Badia which is part of the Ladinia region.

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21 - Seceda

   49 km away
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The Zillertal Alps or Aurine Alps are a massif in the central eastern Alps. They rise between Austria and Italy. They lie between the Ziller high valley in the north and the Valle Aurina in the south, which gives them their names on either side of the border. 
The massif is surrounded by the Kitzbühel Alps to the north, the Hohe Tauern to the east, the Dolomites to the south, the Sarntal Alps to the southwest, the Stubai Alps to the west and the Tux Alps to the northwest.
The Gran Pilastro is the highest point of the massif.
The high mountain region of the Italian Zillertal Alps Nature Park ranges in altitude from 1,000 to 3,500 metres and covers an area of 422 square kilometres, alternating between glacier-ridden trough valleys and dense forests. Its fauna and flora form its diverse alpine landscape. The nature park extends from the alpine pastures to the peaks of the 85 glaciers.

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How do you get to Zillertal Alps ?

Drive by car to Ginzling in the Zillertal area (close to Mayrhofen). Then a toll road (Schlegeis Alpine Raod) which requires a fee leads you through a unique panorama high above into the mountains. Be aware that the toll road is only open from June to October.

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