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Resort Information

In a magnificent position at the head of the Ziller Valley, and encircled by the spectacular scenery of the Zillertaler Alps, Mayrhofen is one of Tirol's prettiest and liveliest resorts. Here you'll find easy access to superb walking and on selected dates you can join our dedicated walking escort on our Austria Walking Weeks. In the village centre, rustic wood-panelled bars and easy-going pavement cafés line the streets, where craft shops are filled with ornate wood carvings and folklore fashion. Throughout the summer there are festivals of folk-singing and dancing, as well as colourful processions and brass-band concerts, keeping the wealth of local traditions very much alive.

Walking

Mayrhofen is a perfect village for a walking holiday, with beautiful scenery spreading out along the Zillertaler Alps, including some National Park areas. In all there are over 200kms of marked walking paths and many huts to stop in along the way for refreshments. From approximately 21/05 the Penken cable car will be open and the spectacular Ahorn cable car will be open approximately 11/06 - the Ahorn cable car is the biggest in Austria.

You can pre-book your walking map and we'll deliver it to your house before you travel. The map is Mayr 33 and includes a booklet of walk descriptions in English.

Our walking escort service (operated by our sister company) will offer 1 or 2 FREE guided walks, as an introduction to the area.

Activities

Mayrhofen offers a superb range of things to do from tennis, minigolf and swimming (indoor and outdoor pools and swimming lakes) to more adventurous activities. You can also explore the valley on horse back with a trekking tour from the local stables.

Pre-bookable activities
White Water Rafting (12yrs+)	€58
Ziller River Rafting (6yrs+)	€32
Tandem Paragliding* (1800m) (8yrs+)	€96
Blue Lagoon Canyoning (12yrs+)	€63
Family Canyoning (6yrs+)	€32
White Snake Canyoning (14yrs+)	€74
High rope course (10yrs+)	€32
Canadian Canoes (12yrs+)	€48
Rock Climbing (beginners) (8yrs+)	€48
Via Ferrata Hutlaner (12yrs+)	€37

*Please note: Price does not include lift pass. Lift pass and transfer can be arranged locally.

Summer Skiing
Summer skiing and snowboarding is possible on the Hintertux glacier at the head of the Ziller valley (weather and conditions permitting). A bus service runs from Mayrhofen to the Glacier. Equipment hire and private tuition available locally (no group tuition). If you intend to ski please check the Glacier opening dates.

Lift pass prices
1 day	€36
6 days	€172
4 days out of 6	€126

Insurance: Please check your travel insurance to ensure you are covered before travel if intending to take part in these activities.

Mountain biking & Cycling
The area has over 800km of mountain bike routes and you can take your bike on the Penken gondola. A number of activity operators in resort offer guided mountain bike tours (local charge). If you'd prefer to explore a more gentle route, the tourist office organise a weekly guided cycle tour along the Ziller River with a local guide who will tell you more about the area. Bike hire is available locally.