Tracks & trails
Whether on a leisurely ride with the family or speeding along as a pro, 1,300 kilometres of bike routes offer something to delight all cycling enthusiasts. Hop on a bike in Zillertal and you’re sure to be in for a real treat! After all, the region is a cycling paradise: whether with the family, on a leisurely ride or looking for an adrenalin rush, there is something to please everyone.
Whizzing through breathtaking scenery with the wind in your hair and feeling your own body intensely – cycling adventurers know this feeling of happiness all too well. And Zillertal has so much more to o!er: The choice of routes is great, the possibilities and services fulfill everything a biker’s heart desires.
4 bike routes for your vacation
Zillertal cycle route
The Zillertal cycle route stretches from Strass to Mayrhofen and can also be covered at any time with the Zillertal Railway for the way home.
Singletrail Isskogel
The single trails in Zell and Gerlos offer the very best of fun for adventure-hungry bikers. The trails are suitable for beginners, but also present an exciting challenge for experienced bikers. Numerous serpentines, North Shore elements and pump tracks demand a certain degree of skill.
Zillertaler Höhenstrasse high road
Anyone who takes on the challenge of the Zillertaler Höhenstraße high road on a racing bike at the entrance of Zillertal realizes: The breathtaking panorama makes each push of the pedals worthwhile.
Höllensteinhütte-Grieralm
Start at an altitude of 1,300 m in Tux-Lanersbach. The route first follows the forest road, but soon crosses an old bridle path which you must follow until the view clears and the Junsberg, Madseitberg and Grübelspitze peaks become visible on the other side of the valley. After reaching the Höllensteinhütte, go on towards Grieralm and then take the forest road back to Juns, or on to Tux-Lanersbach.
Out and about on the Zillertal cycle path
4 bike & hike tips for your vacation
Stoamandlweg
First destination: Wedelhütte. Here you can park your bike and start the ascent to the summit of the Wimbachkopf on foot.
Zittauer Hütte
From Alpengasthof Finkau, you cross the beautiful Wildgerlostal valley by bike to the large waterfall at the end of the valley. From there, the steep ascent to the Zittauer Hütte begins.
Kasseler Hütte
From Mayrhofen, take the bike in the direction of Stilluptal to the valley station of the Kasseler Hütte material cable car. From there you walk to the Kasseler Hütte.
Junssee/Junsjoch
Ride your bike up to the Junsbergalm/Stoankasern. After the snack station, park your bike in the bike parking area to climb the Junssee. The bike parking area below the Junsjoch requires more metres in altitude.
Bike transport & bike washing station
When mountain biking in the Zillertal valley you do not have to just rely on your muscle power. Seven cable cars also transport bikes up to lofty heights and take you effortlessly to the most beautiful starting points for magnificent panorama tours. With most bottom stations there are not even any stairs so bikers can ride over convenient access ramps.
Bike washing station:
- valley station of the Rosenalmbahn cable car
- valley station of the Isskogelbahn
Bike guides in Zillertal
Anyone who doesn't want to explore Zillertal on their own but together with an experienced guide can choose from a number of guided tours. We have just the right thing for all tastes from leisurely family trips to professional circular tours.
Biking with kids
It is often not so easy to bring the whole family together for sporting activities. Cycling is the ideal activity for young and old athletes. The Zillertal offers optimal conditions for varied tours along rivers, mountains and lakes. The leisurely routes lead past sights, playgrounds and inns
Quality inspected accomodations for cyclists and mountain bikers
To make your vacation as pleasant as possible, enjoy the benefits of qualified bike & bike accommodation. These include: athletes' breakfast (fruit, muesli, ...), storage room for bikes (lockable and theft insured), bike racks in front of the house, marked washing area (water hose, washing brush), small bike repair package and much more.
Zillertal
Welcome to Zillertal! Where sun, snow and well-being become the meaning of life and where great freedom tempts you to let go.
Cuisine in Zillertal
Award-winning traditional inn, toque-holding restaurants, romantic lodges and stylish mountain restaurants guarantee unique taste experiences.
Hosts in Zillertal
Find the right accommodation for your perfect winter holiday in Zillertal – from cosy private rooms to luxury five-star hotels.
Getting to Zillertal
Zillertal is located in the west of Austria and is the widest of the side valleys on the south side of the Inntal Valley. Get to Zillertal safely and comfortably.
