Plizio Visual Lab
Zillertal
The Zillertal in Tyrol is one of Europe's most famous and versatile Alpine valleys, stretching as a southern side valley of the Inn Valley deep into the Zillertal Alps. Surrounded by numerous 3,000-meter peaks, the valley features a unique combination of traditional farming culture and state-of-the-art year-round tourism. The heart of the region is the Hintertux Glacier, which is the only ski area in Austria that allows snow sports 365 days a year. The four major tourism regions, Fügen-Kaltenbach, Zell-Gerlos, Mayrhofen-Hippach, and Tux-Finkenberg, together form a leisure paradise that leaves nothing to be desired. In winter, hundreds of kilometers of slopes and modern cable cars attract skiers from around the world, while in summer, a vast network of trails delights hikers, mountain bikers, and climbers. The Zillertal is also known far beyond Austria's borders for its deep-rooted folk music tradition, which has produced many famous musical groups. The Zillertal Railway, a historic narrow-gauge railway, still steams through the valley today, offering a nostalgic mode of travel. In addition to sporting activities, visitors appreciate the warm Tyrolean hospitality and regional culinary specialties such as Zillertaler Krapfen or hay-milk cheese. The impressive high-mountain reservoirs, such as the Schlegeis Reservoir, are not only technical masterpieces but also popular excursion destinations with spectacular panoramas.
- Location: Tyrol, Austria
- Top sights: Strasser, Stille Nacht, heilige Nacht · Erlebnisfreibad · BrauKunstHaus
- Nearby: Mayrhofen (8 km)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -9 | -8 | -4 | 2 | 6 | 10 | 12 | 12 | 7 | 3 | -2 | -7 |
| Rain mm | 57 | 49 | 65 | 77 | 121 | 143 | 157 | 162 | 107 | 92 | 77 | 61 |
📋 Practical info
Geography
Facts
- The Zillertal is the widest southern side valley of the Inn Valley in Tyrol.
- The Hintertux Glacier is Austria's only year-round ski resort.
- The Zillertal Railway has operated since 1902 as a narrow-gauge line with a 760 mm gauge.
- At 3,476 meters, the Olperer is one of the most striking peaks in the Zillertal Alps.
- The dam wall of the Schlegeis Reservoir is 131 meters high and accessible to visitors.
- The valley is the home from which the world-famous Christmas carol 'Silent Night' was spread.
Explore nearby
Notable places around
Route planner — Car & Motorhome
Where do you start? We build the route here, with stops and country notes along the way.
© OpenStreetMap contributors · OpenRouteService
Sights in the town Zillertal (8)
Goldschaubergwerk📍 landmark
A historic gold mine museum in Zell am Ziller where visitors can learn about traditional mining.
Sights nearby
Frequently asked questions
What activities does the Zillertal offer?
What is the Zillertalbahn?
Can you ski there year-round?
Which villages are well-known?
Is the valley suitable for families?
Zillertal: where is it located?
Zillertal: what is there to see?
Zillertal: when is the best time to visit?
Zillertal: why is it worth visiting?
Nearby cities
