Vacation in the Zillertal

Vacation in Austria in the World's Most Active Valley

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The Zillertal is a popular vacation destination in the Alps, with excellent transportation links and countless activities in the Tyrolean mountains. Das Kaltenbach is the perfect vacation home for active families and sports enthusiasts in Tyrol—featuring luxurious design and a prime location in the heart of the Zillertal, surrounded by nature and adventure!

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Winter Magic in the Zillertal—Between the Slopes and the Pool
Your hotel for ski vacations, winter hiking, and wellness in the Zillertal. When winter transforms the Zillertal into a glistening snowy landscape, your vacation with us becomes a truly memorable experience: Our hotel is located just 400 meters from the Ski-optimal Hochzillertal valley station. Whether you take the shuttle directly to the gondola or use your personal ski storage at the valley station—your day on the slopes starts stress-free and conveniently located right here.

Do you prefer to explore off the slopes? Idyllic winter hiking trails in the Zillertal start right outside our door, and your host Stephan—a certified Tyrolean mountain guide—will take you on guided snowshoe tours to the region’s most beautiful spots. After an active day, pure relaxation awaits you at the Sky Spa with its infinity pool and Sky Sauna made of Swiss stone pine.

Skiing & Nature. Wellness & Design. Freedom & Tranquility. Your hotel for ski vacations, winter hiking, and wellness in the Zillertal.

Spring Vacation in the Zillertal Valley in Tyrol

Where should I go on vacation this spring? I’m looking for a destination with plenty of sunshine, breathtaking nature, and a wide variety of sports activities where I can have fun—and then really unwind in the evening at a wellness hotel with a pool:

A Natural Spectacle in Spring: Our nature hotel offers a unique natural experience during a spring vacation in the Zillertal. Cherry trees bloom in a rosy-pink hue reminiscent of Japanese blossoms, the mixed forest glows in rich green, and the mountain meadow with its mountain stream provides fresh mountain air.
Perfect Cycling and Outdoor Activities: As the hours of sunshine increase, the valley floor in the Zillertal transforms into a sea of yellow dandelions—ideal for hiking in the Zillertal, family vacations with children, fitness-focused getaways, or cool e-bike and gravel bike tours in Tyrol
Family-Friendly Spring: The mild temperatures are perfect for outdoor activities with babies and toddlers. Spring also means fewer tourists and a peaceful atmosphere for a vacation with a baby in Tyrol

Summer in the Austrian Alps

In the summer, the Zillertal is the perfect destination for a family vacation in the Tyrolean mountains!

Adventure and fun are guaranteed—at the cool adventure parks up in the mountains. Thanks to the summer mountain railways and the Activcard, a wide variety of recreational activities await you—ones that will especially delight children and teens—while parents can relax and enjoy their summer vacation to the fullest.

For families with young children, the Zillertal Bike Trail offers plenty of variety, while the beautiful playgrounds and themed trails in the Zillertal provide lots of fun for babies and toddlers. Athletes and nature lovers will find everything they’re looking for on a cycling vacation in the Zillertal—whether on a road bike, e-bike, or gravel bike. And on guided hikes in the Zillertaler Hauptkamm Nature Park, you’ll discover and fall in love with the Zillertal’s unique mountain landscape.

Zillertal in Summer

Your Home Base for Family Vacations in the Zillertal

“Our family hotel in Tyrol is the ideal starting point for shared adventures any time of year: in winter, head to the ski slopes of Hochzillertal; in summer, visit swimming lakes and hiking trails; and in spring or fall, explore the Zillertal by bike. After an eventful day, a heated pool, wellness facilities, and plenty of space await guests of all ages.”

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Golden Autumn in Tyrol

The days are getting shorter and the heat wave is over. The most beautiful season in the Tyrolean mountains is beginning. Why? In the fall, nature shines in its most beautiful colors. The views are spectacular thanks to the crystal-clear air—unique panoramic vistas while hiking in the Zillertal Alps during your fall vacation in Austria are guaranteed!

Experience tradition up close—that’s how the autumn cattle drives take place. This local farmers’ custom, featuring the return of the cattle and herders with their decorated cows, is an annual highlight in the Zillertal.

The Zillertal in Winter

The Zillertal, one of Tyrol’s most visited ski resorts, ranks among the best in the world. The valley stations for the Hochzillertal and Hochfügen ski areas are just 350 m from the Hotel Kaltenbach. The Zillertalarena and Mayrhofen ski areas are only a few minutes’ drive away. What can non-skiers do? Whether it’s experiencing nature through winter hiking and snowshoeing with mountain guide Stephan or enjoying fun and action on the toboggan run for all ages—winter at our family hotel in Tyrol, with its magnificent panoramic views, offers an incredible array of options for an active vacation in the Zillertal Mountains. Check out our Zillertal webcam to see what the conditions are like right now.

Ski Vacation in the Zillertal