Summer Holiday in the Zillertal
Fantastic landscapes and a wide range of leisure activities will make your summer holiday in the Zillertal (Ziller valley) an absolute highlight. Discover the surroundings while hiking, climbing, cycling or going on excursions to popular destinations. There are also numerous options for families. In the evening, your luxury accommodation in the Sieghard Suites awaits you. Here you can put your feet up, relax and enjoy a cosy time with friends or family.
Summer holiday with hiking, climbing, cycling and more in the Zillertal valley
A summer holiday in Mayrhofen in the Zillertal takes you directly into the Alps. You can explore the popular Zillertal Nature Park on guided hikes or make use of the various cycling paths: from challenging routes for experienced cyclists to easy paths for beginners – there are suitable routes for everyone when cycling in the Alps. If you like action, climbing, rafting or paragliding are a guarantee for adrenalin. And if you prefer to take it a little easier on your holiday, you can relax by the lakes or discover the various excursion destinations in the surrounding area.
Hiking
Fresh mountain air – clear mountain lakes – green alpine meadows. You won’t be able to contain your excitement. From beginners to passionate mountaineers, everyone feels at home when hiking in the Zillertal. Enjoy hiking at its best in the Tyrolean Alps!
From Monday to Friday, you can book guided hikes. Experienced nature park hiking guides show you the natural jewel of the Zillertal during easy, medium and difficult tours. They know the most breathtaking places and the most magnificent views in and around Mayrhofen. In summer, a total of eleven mountain railways transport hikers to the most beautiful starting points for a successful tour. All hiking trails are well signposted and lead through a very varied terrain.
- approx. 1,000 km of hiking trails (easy to challenging)
- numerous huts, snack stations and alpine pastures
- varied themed hikes
- guided hikes
- perfectly trained mountain and hiking guides
Biking
Full of beautiful bike routes and trails of all levels – biking in the Zillertal is probably the best way to discover this corner of Tyrol. Experience boundless expanses on high peaks or in the valley, with or without electric motor support.
The bike path of the Zillertal is particularly family-friendly, allowing you to leisurely explore the valley along the Ziller during your summer holiday. The wide and well-maintained 30-km-long trail runs almost level from Strass to Mayrhofen. You can expect competent support, perfect organisation, guides who know the area and a wide range of tours.
- family-friendly bike trails
- guided bike tours in the Zillertal
- single trails for mountain bikers
Mountain biking
Over hill and dale in the Zillertal Alps. Whether it’s easy beginner tours or steep single trails – mountain bike fans will make great experiences in the Mayrhofen-Hippach holiday region.
Embark on exciting adventures with your bike in Austria’s beautiful nature. Countless mountain bike tours await you around Mayrhofen; some will demand all your skills. Decide for yourself whether you ride short, intensive routes or master extensive tours of over 70 kilometres through the mountains and enjoy the beautiful Alpine panorama in the Zillertal.
- interactive mountain bike map
- blue, red and black routes (difficulty levels)
- 3 cable cars with bike transport in the Mayrhofen area
Bike and hike
Combine a long mountain bike tour with a nice hike and discover the beauty of Tyrol. Unique landscapes and breathtaking views await you in the Zillertal Alps.
Your bike and hike holiday in the Zillertal takes you through wonderful landscapes. Start in Mayrhofen and head deep into the side valleys or the surrounding mountains. Whichever direction you set off in, each tour is an adventure that you won’t forget for a long time.
- numerous bike and hike tours around Mayrhofen
- unforgettable views of the fantastic landscape of the Zillertal
- bike rental in the village
E-biking
Cycling long distances in a relaxed manner and experiencing fantastic views – you can do this on an e-bike holiday in Mayrhofen. An excellent network of charging stations makes it possible.
Especially the side valleys of the Zillertal are great to explore on an e-bike. But you can also experience the exciting mountain world of Tyrol here. If you don’t have an e-bike with you on holiday, the bike hire in Mayrhofen and directly at the valley station of the Penken cable car are the right places to set off on your dream bike.
- great e-bike tours through the Austrian countryside
- numerous charging stations in Mayrhofen & the surrounding area
- bike hire directly in the village
Golf
Experience golfing at the highest level at the Zillertal-Uderns golf course, which has been nominated for the Ryder Cup 2022. Approx. 20 km from the Sieghard Suites lies the beautiful 18-hole championship course on an area of around 65 hectares. As a guest of the Sieghard Suites, you receive a 20% green fee reduction when playing golf.
The golf course offers a spacious practice area with covered tees, short game area, large chipping area and PGA golf school.
- 18-hole championship course
- spacious practice area with covered tees
- short game area
- PGA golf school
- driving range
- modern clubhouse with sun lounge
Action
If you prefer water-based activities, you will enjoy rafting, canyoning, tubing or river bows in the Zillertal. Adrenalin junkies are in for a treat with paragliding. High-ropes courses and via ferratas inspire mountain enthusiasts and those who want to become one.
From family fun to extreme challenges – with Mountain Sports Zillertal, bearer of the seal of quality of Austria’s licensed alpine schools, we have a reliable partner. Whether you go climbing, rafting or tubing – the Mountain Sports Basecamp in Mayrhofen is the ideal location to immerse yourself in the diverse outdoor world of exciting fun sports adventures.
- Rafting
- Canyoning
- Tubing
- River Bug
- Tandem Paragliding
- High ropes course
- Climbing
Family
When children’s eyes light up or adults become children, you know you have arrived – in the Zillertal, the leading destination for family holidays in the Alps.
The region offers a healthy mix of adventure, enjoyment and relaxation for all ages. Variety and exciting experiences are particularly popular with families. Children and exercise simply belong together and there is hardly anything better than watching your offspring really let off steam on a family holiday.
- Rafting, canyoning, via ferrata with mountain sports
- Alpin Coaster, Fichtenschloss & Fichtensee in the Zillertal arena
- Water Park, mountain cart & roller, rope garden and much more at Spieljoch
- Adventure and fun at the Ahornsee: Bird’s eye view Adlerbühne
- E-Trial, mountain scooter & motor skills course at Penken
- Pepis Kinderland at Finkenberg or alpine gimmick on the Eggalm
- Bawa Music, Sports and Entertainment
- Funcourt, bowling, trampoline, bouldering & squash at Kabooom
Lakes and pools
Whether you want to swim or soak up the sun: visit our outdoor swimming pools and lakes to unwind. As an alternative in case of bad weather, public indoor swimming pools are also available in summer.
Lakes in and near the Zillertal
- Schlitterer Lake
- Camping Aufenfeld bathing pond
- Achen Lake
- Lake Berglsteiner
- Reintaler Lake and Krum Lake
Outdoor pools
Indoor swimming pool and thermal baths
Excursion Tips
There are numerous excursion destinations in and around the Zillertal for your summer holiday. Let yourself be inspired by our ideas and suggestions. There is something for every taste to make your stay even more varied. Tyrol has so much to offer…
Summer holiday with your child
Lots of exercise in the fresh air and great opportunities to cool down in the summer heat – a summer holiday in Mayrhofen promises pure relaxation for you and your child. Discover the beautiful nature of the Zillertal together on hikes, bike tours and much more.
In the Mayrhofen-Hippach holiday region, you will find many cycling and hiking trails that are also ideal for the little ones. Along the Zillertal Bike Path, you will find a variety of leisure activities such as the Mayrhofen water playground. More fun water activities await you in the local adventure pool or on a trip to the Krimml waterfalls. Look forward to fun trips with your child. There’s never a dull moment on a summer holiday in Mayrhofen!
- bike paths suitable for children
- family-friendly hiking trails
- guided bike tours especially for children
- countless leisure activities for young and old
Enjoy your summer holiday in Mayrhofen in the Zillertal Valley
Countless excursion destinations and activities are waiting to be discovered by you during your summer holiday in the Zillertal. Whether it’s an action-packed or family holiday – there is something to satisfy every age and taste in the Mayrhofen-Hippach holiday region.
Book your holiday in the Sieghard Suites right away. Our apartments are the perfect retreat after exciting days of hiking, climbing and more. You can book directly online or send us a non-binding enquiry first. If you have any questions, we will be happy to help you. We look forward to welcoming you to our luxury holiday apartments!