Zell am Ziller is located in the very center of the Zillertal valley and is a small typical Austrian village with very large opportunities for winter recreation. After the unification of three skiing areas: Zell, Gerlos and Königsleiten, this village became a worthy competitor of Mayrhofen , which has long been well known to many skiers. As a result of this unification, the largest ski safari in the Zillertal Valley was formed, with a total area of ​​44 hectares and a total length of 143 km of Zillertal Arena trails. In addition, tourists have the opportunity to ski in all other areas of the valley, including the Tuxer glacier. After the unification, you can get from Tyrol to the federal state of Salzburg, where the small village of Königsleiten is located, without taking off your skis.

A detailed diagram of the tracks of the Zillertal Arena combined skating area…

Zell am Ziller is located in the Schwaz district, east of Innsbruck, the capital of Tyrol.

There are two main routes to get here:

• Through Innsbruck . . Innsbruck has an international airport, developed railway and bus connections with all of Europe. Zell am Ziller is located approximately 70 km from the city, the resort can be reached by rental car, taxi or bus.
• Via Munich or Vienna. You should choose the bus route through Austria, which passes through Mayrhofen, a nearby resort town. It is only 10 km from Zell am Ziller. You can get there by local bus or taxi.

The town of Zell

Plan-scheme of the city

The modern high-speed Krimml-Espresso and Teufeltal chairlifts offer the opportunity to enjoy a ski safari across the vast area from Zell am Ziller to Gelos and Königsleiten. Throughout this route, the skier overcomes mainly tracks of medium difficulty, and at the top of the Königsleitenspitz there is an opportunity to go down on blue, red, and black tracks. By purchasing a Super-Skipass, guests of Zell am Ziller receive free bus travel from Kaltenbach to Mayrhofen and Hintertux .

The Zillertal Arena is a Mecca for snowboard fanatics: around 20 special trails and several specialized schools.

Lifts in Zell am Ziller: 21 in total, of which 6 cabin lifts, 9 chairlifts, 4 cable lifts and 2 conveyor belts for beginners.

• 25 rapid descents.
• 4 tracks designed for beginners,
• 18 descents of medium difficulty, suitable for most tourists,
• 3 tracks designed for professionals.
• The length of the running track is 25 km.
• The length of the toboggan run with night lighting is 7.5 km.
• The length of the ski track with night lighting is 10 km, the lighting time is until one o’clock in the morning.
• Ski schools: in all skiing areas.
• ARENA COASTER is a speed descent attraction.
• Open from mid-December to early April.
• The length of the descent is 1125 m, the height difference is 140 m, the time of ascent and descent is 6-7 minutes.
• Gerlos: fan park, half pipe (100 m).

Most of the tracks are quite gentle, do not have large differences in altitude and are accessible

The importance of Zell am Ziller is the solution to the constant dispute between skiers and snowboarders over the tracks and slopes. Here, everyone enjoys their favorite form of leisure time on equipped tracks in the company of like-minded people.

The resort provides artificial snow if the winter seems too warm.

Near Zell am Ziller is the Tuxer glacier, where real snow lies all year round, so you can ski there at any time of the year.

Tourist comfort zone

Zell am Ziller is a small settlement with a population of about 2,000 people. The infrastructure is designed for those who love mountain skiing or want to join this sport.

Residence

Hotels

Most of the hotels have a category of 3 and 4 stars. They are distinguished by low-rise buildings, picturesque views from the windows and convenient location in relation to the tracks and lifts.

The recently renovated Hotel Lieblingsplatz, mein Tirolerhof is located in the center of Zell am Ziller .

Local shuttle and ski buses stop close to the hotel and take you to the Zillertal Arena Ski Resort and the cable cars in the Zillertal Valley free of charge.

The Tirolerhof has a dining room, a cozy lounge and a children’s playroom. An a la carte restaurant and a bar are at guests’ disposal here.

In the recently renovated Movimento health center, guests can visit a small sauna and a fitness room. Massage, physiotherapy and treatment using traditional Chinese medicine are held here. Other amenities include an infrared sauna.

Apartment

Most of them are located in two-story detached houses in the Alpine style.

Schloßburg Reiserhof Apartments is located in Zell am Ziller, 800 meters from the Zillertal Arena Ski Resort. Services include a sauna and a ski storage room. 24-hour free Wi-Fi and free private parking on site.

Some apartments have a terrace and/or balcony. The kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher, microwave, toaster, refrigerator and coffee maker.

A fitness center and a sun terrace are available to guests of Schloßburg Reiserhof Apartments.

The area is popular for skiing and cycling. The Karspitzbahn 1 cable car is 1 km from Schloßburg Reiterhof Apartments. Kranebitten Airport is 66 km away.

Guest houses

They combine several rooms, as a rule, for family accommodation.

The family-run Hotel Sonnenhof is located in a sunny location on the outskirts of Zell am Ziller , in the Zillertal Valley, right at the foot of the Zillertal Arena ski slopes. A well-equipped spa area is at guests’ disposal.

Children can visit a mini zoo with rabbits, goats and horses. Near the hotel there is a large children’s playground with a playhouse, swings, slides, toys and much more. Babysitting services are provided free of charge in the summer.

The hotel’s facilities include a modern gym, an indoor swimming pool and a garden with sun loungers. Guests can use the steam room and heated hot tub free of charge. Massage and beauty treatments are available for an additional fee.

All rooms at the Ferienhotel Sonnenhof feature large windows and wooden furniture. Amenities include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a heated ski storage room and a bathroom. Some rooms are in the main building, while others are in the old farmhouse.

Every morning guests are served breakfast with homemade bread and fresh juices, cereals and pies. Dinner is served to guests for an additional fee. Most dishes are prepared with products from the Sonnenhof’s own farm.

The location of this option is one of the best in Zell am Ziller! Guests are more satisfied with them than with the location of other options in the area.

Food

There are restaurants and cafes in all hotels and apartments. A dozen shops are located in the central part of the commune. Guests note the high quality of local products and cuisine. National meat dishes and dairy products deserve attention. Bars, cafes, bistros are open.

There are cafes and bistros on the tracks, prices are usually higher than in the village.

Entertainment

Other entertainment at the resort is also based on sports:

• artificial ice rink (1300 m ² )
• curling rink
• indoor pool
• 2 indoor tennis courts
• squash court
• 2 tracks for toboggan
• sledding
• paragliding
• bowling
• 20 km of winter hiking trails
• private brewery
• long toboggan runs (7 km) with night lighting (until 01:00 a.m.)
• cross-country skiing (25 km)
• nearby: the Swarovski crystal museum

Lovers of social life can visit the Almbar MTS disco, open until the morning.

Teaching

Training schools operate in skating areas. Instructors work with both beginners and experienced skiers to improve their skills.

There are schools for snowboarders, including in the fan park and on the 100-meter half-pipe.

Zell am Ziller, like most ski resorts in Austria, is designed for active recreation for the whole family

Nature, weather, prices

The thickness of the snow cover in the mountains and at the ski resorts reaches its maximum in the period from January to April. March is very snowy. The sunniest months are December, March, April.

• The coldest month is January. The daytime temperature does not rise above zero.
• Starting from February afternoon temperatures are positive.
• Since April, night frosts are rare, temperature fluctuations – from +2 at night to +10 during the day.
• The summer is warm, sunny, with abundant precipitation and an average daytime temperature of +20 degrees.
• The cold season starts from November.

The recommended time to visit Tyrol’s winter resorts is from December to April, the best time is from the second half of February to the first half of April. Considering the high season, you should plan your trip and book rooms in advance.

Zell am Ziller attracts tourists with its sports infrastructure, transport accessibility and picturesque views of a classic Austrian town

Subscription prices

• The average cost of a ski pass (lift pass) is from 50 euros per day.
• When buying a ski pass for 6 or more days, a system of discounts is provided.
• Discounts are valid for teenagers and young people under the age of 25.
• The card deposit is 3 euros, it is returned after handing in the card.

Equipment rental prices

• Set of skis, poles and helmet for rent: from 27-30 euros.

Conclusion

The resort will appeal to those who really like winter sports and intend to spend a lot of time on the slopes. Do you want to learn to ski or snowboard? Zell am Ziller has at its disposal all opportunities for active and effective learning. The infrastructure is designed for maximum active sports recreation.

Lovers of hectic social life, parties and nightclubs should look for another place to relax. Zell am Ziller awaits tourists and athletes, enthusiastic skiers or those who dream of becoming one.