1. Olperer Hut
Starting point: Zamsereck
Length: 7.64 km
Duration: 3 hours
Difference in altitude: 610 m
This hike is now one of the most famous in Austria. Ever since the photos of the famous suspension bridge with the Schlegeis reservoir in the background made it onto Instagram, thousands of visitors have been flocking here every day. Nevertheless, we can highly recommend this moderately difficult hike, you can find a detailed report HERE.
Another well-known hike in the area is the “Neumarkter Runde”, a scenic mountain hike on well-laid out paths.
2. Berlin Hut
Starting point: Gasthaus Breitlahner
Length: 8.6 km
Duration: 3 hours
Difference in altitude: 785 m
A real classic is the climb to the Berliner Hütte. We park at the Alpengasthof Breitlahner. From there we go down to the bridge into the Zemmtal and hike left into the valley. You pass through the wide basin with the Schwemmalm, from here it is a little steeper up to the Grawandhütte (1636 m). Through a forest we go up to the open areas of the Grawandalm, past a small car park to a small hut with barriers in front of it. On a concrete road we continue over the Zemmschlucht to the Alpenrosenhütte (1878 m)
A few meters after the Alpenrosenhütte, the signposted mountain path branches off to the left to the Berliner Hütte, which is located at 2042 m. The Berliner Hütte is now a listed building and offers 180 beds
3. Steinbock March
Starting point: Ginzling
Length: 30 km
Duration: 8.5 hours
Difference in altitude: 3,484 m
The annual Steinbock march or run is a real event. The march is 30 kilometers long and leads through high alpine terrain. The ascent is 1,871 meters, with a total elevation gain of almost 3,500 meters. Only for experienced hikers!
Click here to register: zillertaler-steinbockmarsch.com
4. Round trip around the Durlaßboden reservoir through the magical forest
Starting point: Bus station Gerlos Alpenstausee Durlaßboden
Length: 11 km
Duration: 3 hours
Difference in altitude: 130 m
From the dam wall you have a clear view over the reservoir or down to the Gerlos pass road in the valley. After 2.2 km you reach the very idyllic enchanted forest. During the hike you can see the reservoir again and again. Several benches invite you to take a rest. The walk continues around the lake. After about 10 km you come to the lush, sunny Durlaßboden meadow, which invites you to take a break.
5. Hike at Ahorn
Starting point: Mayrhofen
Length: 8.21 km
Duration: 3:20 hours
Difference in altitude: 520 m
The cable car takes you from Mayrhofen from the top of the mountain station. The stroller-friendly circular trail that runs across the entire Ahorn plateau is a special experience for young and old! The circular trail provides information about the diverse flora and fauna of the Zillertal Alps high mountain nature park.
After 240m you reach the Ahorn platform, which offers a breathtaking panorama and distant views.
After 3 km you reach the Edelhütte, where you can relax and unwind. At km 5.8 you reach the plateau at Ahorn. After 7.6 km there is another highlight, the Ahornsee. The lake is a perfect stop to rest. There are numerous play options for children. The lake is also fenced off to protect it from wild animals. In midsummer it can get very crowded here. However, there was no danger of this during our visit 😉
After just under 8 km you come back to the Adlerblick viewing platform on the Ahorn, where you have a wonderful view of the Zillertal.
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Oh, the Zillertal is really beautiful!
Great blog post! This helped us a lot! <3