Family biking in the Zillertal

The Zillertal is the perfect destination for an active family holiday on two wheels. Family-friendly cycle paths start right at our hotel and are ideal for relaxed bike tours with children. Families with teenagers can also enjoy fantastic e-bike tours, exploring the stunning mountain scenery together and stopping at a traditional alpine hut along the way.

The Zillertal Cycle Path with kids

Family Cycling with children in Austria

The Zillertal Cycle Path is one of the most popular cycling routes for families in the Zillertal. Running along the entire valley floor, this family-friendly route is perfect for relaxed bike tours with children. The path is mostly flat, very well developed and follows the River Ziller through the sunny valley landscape. Why families love the Zillertal Cycle Path:

Flat and wide cycle path – ideal for children
Plenty of lovely playgrounds along the River Ziller
Refreshing swimming breaks at Schlitterer Lake and public outdoor pools in the valley
Sunny location and a pleasant microclimate by the river
Flexible return journey with the Zillertal Railway

Fact box: Start in Kaltenbach (right by our family hotel) | Destination: Mayrhofen | Distance: approx. 17 km | Elevation gain: approx. 100 m | Return journey optionally by Zillertal Railway

MTB practice trails for kids in the Zillertal

Children and teenagers will find ideal opportunities in the Zillertal to improve their riding skills in a fun and playful way and gain their first experience on trails. Very close to our family hotel is the pump track at Kaboom in Kaltenbach. With its waves and banked turns, young bikers can train their balance, coordination and bike handling skills.

Another great option is the MTB practice trail at the forest playground in Gerlos. This easy trail is perfect for first rides off-road and an ideal preparation for the downhill trails and bike parks in the Zillertal.

Tip: Children’s bikes, helmets and child seats can be rented directly at our family hotel – so nothing stands in the way of biking fun for the whole family.

Family e-bike tours in the Zillertal

E-bike tours with teenagers are very much on trend and open up completely new possibilities for shared family adventures in the Zillertal. Thanks to electric support, even longer distances and gentle climbs can be managed with ease – allowing parents and teenagers to discover impressive mountain scenery together.

A special highlight is the bike tour from Kaltenbach to the Stillup Reservoir near Mayrhofen. This varied route leads through the Zillertal and into the impressive Stillup Valley, offering beautiful views of the surrounding mountains along the way.

Fact box: Kaltenbach – Stillup Reservoir | approx. 32.5 km | around 1,150 metres of elevation gain | ideal for e-bike tours with teenagers

Tip: As a bike hotel, we offer a special advantage – e-bikes can be rented directly at our hotel through our partner Sport Stock. Youth e-bikes are available from 24 inches and for a height of around 130 cm and above.

Bike hire & premium bike service

As one of Austria’s most popular bike hotels, we offer our guests a truly special level of comfort – including one of the most beautiful and modern bike depots in Tyrol. Spacious, ground-floor, barrier-free and video monitored, our bike room provides the perfect setting for a relaxed cycling holiday in the Zillertal. Our bike highlights at the hotel:

Spacious and secure bike depot with ample room and 22 charging stations for e-bikes
Secure, video-monitored bicycle storage
Topeak repair station for quick service and maintenance
Bike wash area with air pressure station for perfectly cleaned bikes after your tour
Private bike guide on request for guided cycling tours in the Zillertal

For even more convenience, city bikes and mountain bikes for both adults and children can be rented directly at the hotel. Families can also make use of child seats for younger children. E-bikes, bike trailers and additional equipment can be arranged easily through our trusted partner Sport Stock in Kaltenbach.

FAQ

Why is the Zillertal ideal for cycling with children?

The Zillertal offers excellent conditions for cycling with children, as families can combine relaxed rides through the valley with a wide range of outings. The Zillertal Cycle Path is especially suitable for families because it is wide and easy to ride, with lovely playgrounds, swimming pools and bathing lakes such as Lake Schlitterer along the way. On warm summer days, the Ziller river also creates a pleasant microclimate and offers a refreshing atmosphere. This makes a family holiday in Tyrol especially enjoyable on two wheels.

Which cycle paths and practice trails are especially suitable for children in the Zillertal?

For children, the Zillertal offers easy sections along the Zillertal Cycle Path as well as child-friendly MTB practice trails, where they can improve confidence and riding skills in a playful way. Particularly convenient are the pump track in Kaltenbach at KABOOOM and the MTB practice trail at the forest playground in Gerlos, which can easily be combined with a visit to one of the most beautiful playgrounds in the Zillertal.

Can biking also be exciting for teenagers on a family holiday?

Yes, especially for older children and teenagers, biking on a family holiday can be a real highlight. In particular, family e-bike tours are great fun for teenagers, as they make longer distances much easier to manage. This makes a family holiday in Tyrol even more varied and turns time spent together outdoors into a special experience.

Which tours are suitable for families with e-bikes?

Families benefit most from tours that are easy to plan and include enjoyable stops along the way. One particularly attractive option is an e-bike tour from Kaltenbach to the Stillup Reservoir, combining exercise, nature and shared family time. E-bikes can be rented directly at the hotel through our partner Sport Stock. A practical tip for families: e-mountain bikes are available from 24 inches and for riders from a height of 130 cm. This makes biking with children in the Zillertal both exciting and manageable.

What makes Das Kaltenbach a suitable bike hotel for families?

A successful bike hotel for families needs both a convenient location and the right infrastructure to make a cycling holiday easy and enjoyable. This is exactly where Das Kaltenbach has a clear advantage: as a centrally located base on the Zillertal Cycle Path, it is an ideal starting point for rides with children. In addition, families benefit from children’s bikes, e-bike rental through Sport Stock, and a particularly high-quality bike depot with 22 charging stations for e-bikes, a repair station and a washing area – ideal conditions for relaxed biking with children.