Hochgebirgs-Naturpark Zillertaler Alpen
No indivudual streets, no lifts, no helicopter flights - just pure natural as well as cultural landscape to explore.
Description
No indivudual streets, no lifts, no helicopter flights - just pure natural as well as cultural landscape to explore. 1991 the 379 km2 virgin alpine landscape were declaired a nature reserve. Glaciers, minerals and a variety of diverse species characterize the high alpine nature reserve which expands from the mountaineering village Ginzling (1.000m asl) to the Hochfeiler (3.509m asl). For more than 20 years the high alpine nature park reflects a synonym for a lasting nature conservation, environment and research in the "Zillertal".
No indivudual streets, no lifts, no helicopter flights - just pure natural as well as cultural landscape to explore. 1991 the 379 km2 virgin alpine landscape were declaired a nature reserve. Glaciers, minerals and a variety of diverse species characterize the high alpine nature reserve which expands from the mountaineering village Ginzling (1.000m asl) to the Hochfeiler (3.509m asl). For more than 20 years the high alpine nature park reflects a synonym for a lasting nature conservation, environment and research in the "Zillertal".
Contact Info
- Hochgebirgs-Naturpark Zillertaler Alpen
- Naturparkhaus 239, 6295 Ginzling, Austria
- info@naturpark-zillertal.at
- +43 5286 52181
- www.naturpark-zillertal.at
- The Magnesite mine Tux: Where it all began
A breathtaking panoramic hike to what was once Europe’s highest-altitude mine.
The Magnesite mine Tux: Where it all began
A breathtaking panoramic hike to what was once Europe’s highest-altitude mine.
from €15.00
Yoga in the Tux AlpsWe take the bus along the Zillertaler Höhenstraße up to Melchboden at around 2,000 m above sea level without any stress.
Yoga in the Tux Alps
We take the bus along the Zillertaler Höhenstraße up to Melchboden at around 2,000 m above sea level without any stress.
from €15.00
- To the natural paradise of the Tux Alps
From the Tux Center we take the hiking taxi to Stoankasern, where the last mountain cheese dairy in the Zillertal area is located.
To the natural paradise of the Tux Alps
From the Tux Center we take the hiking taxi to Stoankasern, where the last mountain cheese dairy in the Zillertal area is located.
from €15.00
Night experience tux alpsThe night sky in the Zillertal Alps Nature Park is an impressive natural spectacle.
Night experience tux alps
The night sky in the Zillertal Alps Nature Park is an impressive natural spectacle.
from €15.00
Nature photography to the Milky WayWe hike to the Kreuzjoch (400 meters altitude), where we have a good overview of the Zillertal Alps Nature Park and the Tux Alps.
Nature photography to the Milky Way
We hike to the Kreuzjoch (400 meters altitude), where we have a good overview of the Zillertal Alps Nature Park and the Tux Alps.
from €15.00
Wild herbs walk in TuxOn our wild herb walk through forest and meadows, we elicit the secrets about the healing powers of alpine herbs from nature in the Tux Valley.
Wild herbs walk in Tux
On our wild herb walk through forest and meadows, we elicit the secrets about the healing powers of alpine herbs from nature in the Tux Valley.
from €15.00
To the high mountain chapel in ZillergrundOur tour starts in Bärenbad and leads us directly to the "King of the Mountains".
To the high mountain chapel in Zillergrund
Our tour starts in Bärenbad and leads us directly to the "King of the Mountains".
from €15.00
HIDDEN TREASURES exhibition in the Nature Park House in GinzlingThe "Hidden Treasures" are the new jewel of the Nature Park House in the mountaineering village of Ginzling.
HIDDEN TREASURES exhibition in the Nature Park House in Ginzling
The "Hidden Treasures" are the new jewel of the Nature Park House in the mountaineering village of Ginzling.
from €12.00
Forest jewel GlockeThe nature discovery trail is located in the protected landscape area Glocke, an island of botanical and geological rarities in Finkenberg.
Forest jewel Glocke
The nature discovery trail is located in the protected landscape area Glocke, an island of botanical and geological rarities in Finkenberg.
from €15.00
From the Devil's Bridge to the mountaineering VillageFrom the Teufelsbrücke (Devil's Bridge), a legendary wooden footbridge over the deeply cut Tuxbachklamm gorge, we hike past the Dornauhof farm and turn onto a secluded hiking trail.
From the Devil's Bridge to the mountaineering Village
From the Teufelsbrücke (Devil's Bridge), a legendary wooden footbridge over the deeply cut Tuxbachklamm gorge, we hike past the Dornauhof farm and turn onto a secluded hiking trail.
from €15.00
Into the valley of the waterfallsThe idyllic Stilluptal is famous for its waterfalls. Since the summer of 2022, there is a new comfortable hiking trail off the road - the waterfall trail.
Into the valley of the waterfalls
The idyllic Stilluptal is famous for its waterfalls. Since the summer of 2022, there is a new comfortable hiking trail off the road - the waterfall trail.
from €15.00
Haslspitz and Rastkogel LakesWe’ll take a taxi from Lanersbach to the Geiselalm (1,996 m), a rustic alpine hut located at the far end of this beautiful valley basin.
Haslspitz and Rastkogel Lakes
We’ll take a taxi from Lanersbach to the Geiselalm (1,996 m), a rustic alpine hut located at the far end of this beautiful valley basin.
from €15.00
Glacier tour in the Tux ValleyGlaciers are and will always be a natural attraction of a very special kind.
Glacier tour in the Tux Valley
Glaciers are and will always be a natural attraction of a very special kind.
from €15.00
annual Membership of the High Alpine Nature Park 2026Support the High Mountain Nature Park Zillertal Alps with your membership. Nature parks are protected natural and cultural landscapes that have evolved from the interaction of human and nature.
annual Membership of the High Alpine Nature Park 2026
Support the High Mountain Nature Park Zillertal Alps with your membership. Nature parks are protected natural and cultural landscapes that have evolved from the interaction of human and nature.
from €25.00
Hiking along the Waterfall Trail in TuxFoaming, the Tux waterfalls tumble into the valley: rock cauldrons, natural rock bridges, caves, gorges and the protected Schraubenwasserfall let us marvel and come to rest!
Hiking along the Waterfall Trail in Tux
Foaming, the Tux waterfalls tumble into the valley: rock cauldrons, natural rock bridges, caves, gorges and the protected Schraubenwasserfall let us marvel and come to rest!
from €15.00
To the flower kingdom at the KolmhausFrom Gasthof Thanner, we hike through the Brandberg meadows and then along the picturesque Bergmähderweg trail to the Kolmhaus (1,845 m).
To the flower kingdom at the Kolmhaus
From Gasthof Thanner, we hike through the Brandberg meadows and then along the picturesque Bergmähderweg trail to the Kolmhaus (1,845 m).
from €15.00
Forest bathing in the natural treasure "Glocke"Nature experience for body and soul. Fresh green foliage, the rustling of leaves and the scent of spruce needles.
Forest bathing in the natural treasure "Glocke"
Nature experience for body and soul. Fresh green foliage, the rustling of leaves and the scent of spruce needles.
from €15.00
Out and about in the realm of stone pine and nutcrackersWe start at the Tux Center in Lanersbach and hike over the Klausboden up to the Loschbodenalm (1,710 m), which lies at the foot of the mighty Höllenstein.
Out and about in the realm of stone pine and nutcrackers
We start at the Tux Center in Lanersbach and hike over the Klausboden up to the Loschbodenalm (1,710 m), which lies at the foot of the mighty Höllenstein.
from €15.00
The Tux GiantWe immerse ourselves in the world of Zillertal legends and go in search of traces of the Tux Giant.
The Tux Giant
We immerse ourselves in the world of Zillertal legends and go in search of traces of the Tux Giant.
from €10.00
Alm loop in the mountaineering village of GinzlingWe hike past the historical Fürstenhaus with its picturesque chapel and reach Innerböden (1,301 m) through the secluded forest.
Alm loop in the mountaineering village of Ginzling
We hike past the historical Fürstenhaus with its picturesque chapel and reach Innerböden (1,301 m) through the secluded forest.
from €15.00
Through the alpine primeval forest to the GamshütteAn easy trail winds its way through a pristine mountain forest up to the Gamshütte, which lies below the majestic Grinberg peaks.
Through the alpine primeval forest to the Gamshütte
An easy trail winds its way through a pristine mountain forest up to the Gamshütte, which lies below the majestic Grinberg peaks.
from €15.00
A Mountain Experience in the Zemm valley with KidsTake your time and enjoy the experience with all your senses.
A Mountain Experience in the Zemm valley with Kids
Take your time and enjoy the experience with all your senses.
from €10.00
- Weitental: Valley of idyll & flower splendor
After a short gondola ride to the Sommerbergalm, our exciting tour begins.
Weitental: Valley of idyll & flower splendor
After a short gondola ride to the Sommerbergalm, our exciting tour begins.
from €15.00
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Schlegeisgrund in the change of timeThe Schlegeisgrund has changed a lot due to the development of hydroelectric power. Today it is one of the top excursion destinations in the Zillertal.
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Schlegeisgrund in the change of time
The Schlegeisgrund has changed a lot due to the development of hydroelectric power. Today it is one of the top excursion destinations in the Zillertal.
from €15.00
Visiting the farmFrom the bus stop Teufelsbrücke we hike to the Ramerhof farm, where we are greeted by alpacas and a flock of geese, chickens and ducks. Angelika and Michael Troppmair are nature park specialities partners.
Visiting the farm
From the bus stop Teufelsbrücke we hike to the Ramerhof farm, where we are greeted by alpacas and a flock of geese, chickens and ducks. Angelika and Michael Troppmair are nature park specialities partners.
from €18.00
Visit to the Alpine Bird Hot SpotPfitscher Joch is a gentle pass connecting the Zillertal and Pfitscher Valley in South Tyrol.
Visit to the Alpine Bird Hot Spot
Pfitscher Joch is a gentle pass connecting the Zillertal and Pfitscher Valley in South Tyrol.
from €15.00
Alpine herb senses in BrandbergThe tour then leads through a varied forest to the “almkräuterei”, where we enjoy a welcome drink.
Alpine herb senses in Brandberg
The tour then leads through a varied forest to the “almkräuterei”, where we enjoy a welcome drink.
from €15.00
GEO Workshop for KidsWhy do the Earth’s continents move, and how did the Alps—a high mountain range in the heart of Europe—come into being?
GEO Workshop for Kids
Why do the Earth’s continents move, and how did the Alps—a high mountain range in the heart of Europe—come into being?
from €10.00
To the Friesenbergsee and PetersköpflOur hike first leads over the foaming Alelebach stream and through a rustic pine forest up to the Friesenbergalm.
To the Friesenbergsee and Petersköpfl
Our hike first leads over the foaming Alelebach stream and through a rustic pine forest up to the Friesenbergalm.
from €15.00
Herb garden in HippachThis short herb course is a great introduction to medicinal plants, teaching you how to process them yourself and learn more about their effects on health and well-being.
Herb garden in Hippach
This short herb course is a great introduction to medicinal plants, teaching you how to process them yourself and learn more about their effects on health and well-being.
from €15.00
The Rushing Keilkeller WaterfallFrom the Mayrhofen train station we hike a short distance in the direction to Schwendau and then turn onto the Hippach-Schwendau forest trail.
The Rushing Keilkeller Waterfall
From the Mayrhofen train station we hike a short distance in the direction to Schwendau and then turn onto the Hippach-Schwendau forest trail.
from €15.00
Mountain tour Hippoldspitze & EiskarseeWe take a cab from Lanersbach to the Vallruckalm (2,132 m), a rustic alpine pasture at the back of this beautiful valley basin.
Mountain tour Hippoldspitze & Eiskarsee
We take a cab from Lanersbach to the Vallruckalm (2,132 m), a rustic alpine pasture at the back of this beautiful valley basin.
from €15.00
Sunrise above the Tux valleyGetting up early is the motto of the sunrise tour.
Sunrise above the Tux valley
Getting up early is the motto of the sunrise tour.
from €15.00
