Cross-country Skiing in the Zillertal Arena
Explore the stunning mountain scenery
Glide through the wintery mountain scenery of the Zillertal on perfectly groomed cross-country ski tracks. Varying in length and difficulty, the tracks offer Nordic skiing fun for beginners and experienced skiers alike.
Nordic Skiing in the Zillertal
27 kilometres of well-groomed tracks can be found in the direct surroundings of Gerlos. The tracks are freshly prepared every day between December and Easter, providing excellent conditions for classic and skating skiing.
The entire Zillertal Arena in Tirol boasts a network of over 200 kilometres of scenic trails groomed for classic and skating skiing.
Nordic Skiing Tips in Gerlos
- Length: 2.5 km
- Difficulty: easy
- Starting point: Mountain station Königsleiten
- Description: Enjoy the magnificent winter scenery on the new high-altitude trail at an altitude of 2315 metres.
- Length: 6 km
- Difficulty: easy
- Starting point: Car park Oberwirt
- Description: The trails leads along the left river bank in direction “Innertal” valley past the “Krafthaus” until you reach the “Funsingau”. On the way back you cross the wooden bridge and follow the trail to Gerlos past the “Schönachhof”.
- Length: 7 km
- Difficulty: moderately difficult
- Starting point: Sporthotel Gerlosplatte
- Description: On the Gerlosplatte (1,640 m), you will find the highest trail (loop trail) in the National Park “Hohe Tauern”. The loop trail is very demanding, but the efforts are rewarded by a fantastic panoramic view.
- Length: 7 km
- Difficulty: easy
- Description: The scenic trail in Königsleiten connects to the 200 km long Pinzgau trail. An absolute highlight is the almost 1 km long “Finkrunde” in Vorderkrimml. The route is illuminated and is open until 21.30.
- Length: 6 km
- Difficulty: moderately difficult
- Starting point: Car park Oberwirt at the entry of the”Schönachtal” valley
- Description: The trail leads over hilly terrain along the right river bank to the entrance of the “Schönachtal” valley. It is one of the most beautiful and most popular trails of Gerlos. At the end of the cross-country skiing trail you will reach the “Lackenalm” mountain hut after a short walk.