Adventure Mountains in the Zillertal

5 Popular Mountain Activities for Families and Children

Looking for the most beautiful mountains to explore in the Zillertal?

Majestic peaks, breathtaking panoramic views, and plenty of opportunities to experience nature make the Zillertal Alps a real highlight, especially for families. Many mountains are easily accessible via modern cable cars—but often you don’t even need a gondola to experience nature.

SkyRide Ahorn in Mayrhofen
AdlerBühne Ahorn – Spectacular Birds of Prey Show in the Zillertal The Ahorn, located above Mayrhofen in the Mountopolis adventure region, is one of the most impressive panoramic mountains in the Zillertal. The modern Ahornbahn cable car provides convenient access to the Ahorn Plateau—a special highlight is the SkyRide Ahorn: On the open-air observation deck of Austria’s largest aerial tramway, you glide upward under the open sky and enjoy a 360° panoramic view of the Zillertal mountains.

At the top, visitors can enjoy the AdlerBühne Ahorn with its spectacular eagle show, where birds of prey can be observed in their natural habitat, as well as the idyllic Ahornsee, which invites you to take a relaxing stroll with a magnificent panoramic view.

The Ahorn is thus one of the finest examples of the diverse summer mountain railways in the Zillertal, which comfortably transport visitors to impressive natural experiences—many of which can also be explored with the Zillertal Activcard.

Murmelland on the Zillertal High Road

The Zillertal Marmot Land, located at an altitude of about 1,800 meters, is one of the most popular family destinations along the Zillertal High Road, one of the most scenic routes in Tyrol. A special perk: This mountain adventure is accessible even without a mountain railway ticket, making it an ideal destination that’s easy on the vacation budget.

Here, children and adults alike can observe marmots up close and discover the fascinating wildlife of the Alps. In addition to the curious marmots, there’s a petting zoo, a large adventure playground with swings, slides, and climbing structures, as well as a small stream that invites kids to dam it up, divert the water, and splash around—a true paradise for little explorers. Right next to it begins the Hubertus Wildlife Trail, one of the most popular nature trails in the Zillertal. At eight interactive stations, children learn about Tyrol’s flora and fauna in a playful way—an exciting outing for little naturalists.

Murmelland is located right next to Das Kaltenbach Ski Hut and is an ideal destination for a family outing along the Zillertal High Road, which starts practically right next to our family hotel in Kaltenbach.

Adventure-Filled Mountains for a Family Vacation in the Zillertal Valley in Tyrol

“Modern summer mountain railways comfortably transport explorers of all ages to playgrounds, themed trails, and unique nature experiences. Many lookout points and scenic trails can also be explored on foot—with our family hotel in Kaltenbach serving as the ideal home base for a varied vacation in the mountains.”

Rosenalm – Adventure Mountain in the Zillertal Arena

The Rosenalm above Zell am Ziller is one of the most popular family-friendly mountain destinations in the Zillertal. The modern Rosenalmbahn cable car provides convenient access to the expansive mountain landscape of the Zillertal Arena, which combines nature experiences, panoramic views, and exciting adventures for children.

Particularly well-known is the Fichtenwelt, featuring the impressive Fichtenschloss and the idyllic Fichtensee at around 1,700 meters—a perfect spot for a varied family outing in the Zillertal mountains. You can find out more about these and other exciting destinations on our page “Adventure Vacations with Kids in the Zillertal.”

Tip for family vacations: If you’d like to explore several adventure mountains via the mountain railways, you can use many of the summer mountain railways in the Zillertal especially conveniently with the Zillertal Activcard.

Hintertux Glacier – A Summer Adventure in the Perpetual Ice

The Hintertux Glacier is one of the most extraordinary adventure destinations in the Zillertal. Even in summer, visitors can expect a fascinating world of ice and snow here—a special adventure for families.

Children can playfully explore the glacier world on the popular “Gletscherfloh” safari or let off steam on the tire slides in the snow—a rare experience right in the middle of summer. Impressive natural wonders, such as the natural ice palace inside the glacier and the Spannagel Cave, a natural monument and one of the largest marble caves in the Central Alps, also make this excursion a special experience.

Our insider tip: Host Stephan, a mountain guide himself, recommends combining the trip with a hike through the idyllic Weitental Valley—where you have a good chance of spotting marmots in the wild. The perfect way to round off the day is at the Bichlalm with a serving of homemade Kaiserschmarrn.

Durlassboden Reservoir – An Insider's Tip for Hot Summer Days

The Durlassboden Reservoir in the Zillertal Arena is considered by locals to be a true hidden gem in the Zillertal. Surrounded by the impressive mountain scenery of the Zillertal Alps, the lake invites visitors to take a refreshing break in the summer, with water temperatures reaching up to 21 °C. Highlights at the Durlassboden Reservoir: