If you ski Gerlos, you're in a small ski resort that's linked to many Austrian Alp trails providing a variety of slopes for all ability levels. Known for its very active and welcoming village life, get a snapshot of traditional Austrian hospitality.
Where
Ski Gerlos and you are based in the Gerlos valley deep in the Zilletaler Austrian Alps. Offering both scenic slope glides and a friendly active village atmosphere yo uare linked to many of the other major Austrian ski resorts of the Valley. Gerlos can be easily accessed via Innsbruck airport, with just a short transfer down the autobahn.
Essentials |
Suitable For |
Slopes |
RESORT ALTITUDE : |
580m |
TOTAL PISTE : |
km |
LONGEST RUN : |
4 km |
START SEASON : |
December |
END SEASON : |
April |
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OVERALL |
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SKIING |
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BOARDING |
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APRÉS |
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FAMILIES |
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Beginners
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Intermediates
40 / % |
Advanced
50 / % |
Experts
10 / % |
TOTAL RUNS : |
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SNOW CANNONS : |
/ ha |
SNOW PARKS : |
1 |
CROSS COUNTRY : |
20 km |
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On the slopes
Ski holidays in Gerlos ski resort offer 115km of pistes at a high attitude of 1245m which creates endless snow through the ski seasons. Although most of the pistes are best suited for intermediate skiers there are many slopes for all ability levels, with plenty of ski schools for those who want to perfect their skills and technique.
Gerlos is also well known as a snowboarder's haven with many boarding runs and a great snow park. For those who enjoy cross country skiing as well as alpine, there are about 30km of mountain trails that allow you to explore the mountain from a high vantage point. For those who still want more, the Zilletaler Alps provide a total of 600km of slopes easily accessible via a network of lifts.
Ski area :
If you ski Gerlos, you are also in the ski region of Zillertal along with the following resorts; Finkenberg, Gerlos, Hintertux, Mayrhofen, Zell am Ziller
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Off the slopes
One of the main reasons people enjoy a holiday in Gerlos is thanks to the off slope activities that are for all ages. Those interested in après ski activities will enjoy the many local pubs, cafes, restaurants, nightclubs, concert halls, and discos.
Guided walks, tobogganing, and snowshoeing are also popular ways to explore the unique mountain sights. The local resort hotels also offer fitness centres, indoor tennis, and indoor swimming and saunas for those who want to relax or tone up while on holiday. Additionally, if you plan your holiday to Gerlos carefully you can participate in one of the many annual square concerts, Alp festivals, or mountain fairs which are a favourite among locals and the tourists.
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