The HöhenFresser-Tour in Zell am Ziller is Austria`s longest descent from the summit into the valley – with 1,930 metres (6332 ft) of elevation in one piece. This track offers pure fun and excitement with just one race. The descent into the Zell am Ziller valley is the track with the highest vertical drop in Austria and therefore bears its name “Höhenfresser”. The new valley slope offers all visitors starting in Zell am Ziller the great advantage of skiing or snowboarding directly in the valley. If you start at the highest peak in the arena — the Transition Pass at 8202 feet (2,500 meters) — you`ll cover 2,000 meters (6561.6 feet) of elevation gain and about 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) into the valley. In the same house there is a wine bar called “Der Keller”. Here you can taste delicious wines accompanied by Tyrolean specialties in a warm atmosphere. The Kreuzjochhütte, also known to locals as Legalalm, is peacefully anchored in the mountainous landscape of Zillertal and still bears witness to the alpine alpine life of our ancestors. Surrounded by romantic mountain pastures and tumultuous mountain streams, countless animals spend their summer holidays on the Legalalm and enjoy the fresh herbs. But not only the cows, calves, horses, goats and pigs, but also the large playground make the Kreuzjochhütte an unforgettable adventure for children. With 31 mountain huts, snow bars and restaurants, there is something for everyone.
Mountain snack bar with stunning views of the breathtaking mountain landscape. Note on gendered language For readability reasons, some parts of our website may not use neutral language throughout the process. Special recommendations are the Kreuzwiesnabfahrt No. 16+17 in the Zell area, the Gerlosplatte track No. 10 and runway No. 31 in Gerlos and runway No. 42 in Königsleiten. In Königsleiten, everyone celebrates in the Bar Kings near the Hotel Ursprung. The après-ski and party atmosphere are sure to be found here. For a warmer atmosphere, head to the bar with fireplace at the hotel Königsleiten Vital Alpin. If you are interested in good music and chatting with your friends, be sure to visit the Schatzi Alm Bar. From Munich, take the A12 to the Kufstein Süd exit.
From there, change to the B 165 and then follow the road to your destination. One of the highlights of the slopes is the Arena Coaster roller coaster at the Rosenalmbahn valley station in Zell. With a length of 1,450 meters (4757.2 feet), it leads over waves, steep bends, jumps and two roundabouts 360 degrees in the valley. At the ticket office, you can take your personal snapshot of your roller coaster ride in the winter. Member of the Wirtschaftskammer Tirol [Tyrolean Chamber of Commerce], Tourism and Leisure Division – Travel and Catering Section – Transport and Traffic Section – Cable Car SectionInformation in accordance with the Austrian Electronic Commerce Act (ECG) If you want to climb a little more quietly, you can float from Zell am Ziller with the modern gondola lift to the mountain resort on the Rosenalm. After a hike of about an hour on the forest road, you will reach the Tyrolean jewel at 1,900 meters above sea level. Let your soul hang and breathe the freshness and power of nature. Similarly, the idyllic forest road of Gasthof Talblick am Distelberg takes you to the Kreuzjochhütte in about 45 minutes. In the area around Zell there is a large area for beginners and children as well as many training lifts. Action Park Kreuzwiese is the ideal meeting place for snowboarders and freestyle skiers with the Bagjump, Snakerun, BMW xDrive Cup SkiMovie and BMW xDrive Speed Check. Here is also the natural toboggan run on the Hainzenberg.
In Hochkrimml, one of your lunch breaks should be the restaurant Duxer Alm or the Wirtshaus Filzstein. In the Castello umbrella bar at the Sonnwendkopf valley resort you can experience real Austrian pleasure after skiing. In Königsleiten, you should take a break in the mountain restaurant Larmachalm and relax on the large sun terrace. From the other mountain restaurant Gipfeltreffen you have a unique view of the Hohe Tauern National Park and the Zillertal Alps. To get an overview of the ski resort, it is advisable to take the ArenaTour. He will guide you through the four areas of the resort. Ride at high speed and with breaks not included, this tour should last about five hours. The longest track in the Zillertal Arena is No. 1+2+4 in the Gerlos area. The race is nine kilometers (5.6 miles) long and has an elevation gain of 955 meters (3133.2 feet). Families are better cared for in the Krimml-Hochkrimml region.
Here you will find relaxing slopes, an amusement park and a fairytale meadow. For skiers and snowboarders who need speed, there is a BMW xDrive Speed Check route. Skiers and snowboarders will also find a boardercross slope with SkiMovie equipment in the Wald-Königsleiten region. Up to four people can compete and the fun of the exciting competition is guaranteed! In the Wald-Königsleiten region you will also find a descent to the village as well as a breathtaking panoramic view of the Zillertal and the Pinzgau Alps. At the top of Königsleiten, you can register your ski skills on the SkiMovie slope. Exquisite dishes are served in the restaurant “Ox” in the Tirolerhof in Zell. Delicious steaks grilled on a Südbiegegrill with impeccable organic meat quality from Austria.