Gerlos Ski Holidays
Gerlos Ski Holidays

Gerlos Ski Holidays

A bit about Gerlos

Set in the heart of the Zillertal Arena, Gerlos seamlessly combines quaint alpine charm with thrilling ski adventures, making it an ideal destination for families and adventure-seekers alike. Known for its reliable snow, Gerlos offers a winter wonderland from December until after Easter, featuring 150 kilometers of pistes and 52 modern lifts. The Dorfbahn Gerlos and Isskogelbahn cable cars provide swift access to the slopes, accommodating all levels of skiers—from gentle blues in the beginner's area and exciting reds that dominate the landscape, to challenging black runs from Konigsleitenspitze, and a vibrant snow park for freestylers. Beyond skiing, Gerlos offers a variety of winter activities and a lively après-ski scene with numerous huts, restaurants, and bars, ensuring a vibrant atmosphere.
Gerlos resort facts
Ski areaZillertal Superskipass
Total slopes508 km
Easy slopes167 km
Intermediate slopes263 km
Expert slopes39 km
Number of lifts180
Snow range630 m - 2,500 m
Resort height1,200 m - 2,500 m
Snow parks7
Rating by ski level
Beginners
4/10
Intermediates
8/10
Experts
4/10
Snowboarders
6/10
Rating by group type
Friends
9/10
Families
6/10
Couples
8/10
Transfer times to Gerlos
Innsbruck airport1 hr 15 min
Salzburg airport2 hr 15 min
Munich airport2 hr 25 min

A bit about Gerlos

Set in the heart of the Zillertal Arena, Gerlos seamlessly combines quaint alpine charm with thrilling ski adventures, making it an ideal destination for families and adventure-seekers alike. Known for its reliable snow, Gerlos offers a winter wonderland from December until after Easter, featuring 150 kilometers of pistes and 52 modern lifts. The Dorfbahn Gerlos and Isskogelbahn cable cars provide swift access to the slopes, accommodating all levels of skiers—from gentle blues in the beginner's area and exciting reds that dominate the landscape, to challenging black runs from Konigsleitenspitze, and a vibrant snow park for freestylers. Beyond skiing, Gerlos offers a variety of winter activities and a lively après-ski scene with numerous huts, restaurants, and bars, ensuring a vibrant atmosphere.
Gerlos resort facts
Ski areaZillertal Superskipass
Total slopes508 km
Easy slopes167 km
Intermediate slopes263 km
Expert slopes39 km
Number of lifts180
Snow range630 m - 2,500 m
Resort height1,200 m - 2,500 m
Snow parks7
Rating by ski level
Beginners
4/10
Intermediates
8/10
Experts
4/10
Snowboarders
6/10
Rating by group type
Friends
9/10
Families
6/10
Couples
8/10
Transfer times to Gerlos
Innsbruck airport1 hr 15 min
Salzburg airport2 hr 15 min
Munich airport2 hr 25 min

Gerlos, Austria

Gerlos is the central hub of the Zillertal Arena ski area, boasting over 160 km of pistes. This expansive resort offers a diverse range of skiing experiences from gentle beginners' areas to challenging slopes and a dynamic fun park for freestylers, making it ideal for families and adventure seekers alike.

Skiing in Gerlos

Beginners: Gerlos is an ideal starting point for novices, featuring a variety of beginner-friendly large practice areas both at the resort’s heart and its mid-station.

Intermediates: Intermediates will find Gerlos to be a paradise with its 143km of varied terrain, making it one of the top intermediate ski resorts in Austria. The ski runs, particularly those leading down from the Konigsleitenspitze at 2,315m, offer enjoyable challenges along with scenic routes back to the village.

Advanced: While Gerlos caters well to beginners and intermediates, advanced skiers have ample opportunity to explore the demanding red runs and the adrenaline-pumping descents from higher altitudes.

Snowboarding: Snowboarders can head to the Snowpark Gerlos located at the Vorkogel lift, where they’ll find Gerlos’ first Boarders Playground Snowpark. This park is equipped with jumps, rails, and other freestyle features that cater to both beginners and seasoned freestylers.

Off-piste: For those who revel in the thrill of off-piste skiing, Gerlos does not disappoint. Accessible from the Falschbachbahn lift, there are excellent off-piste terrains offering adventurous routes through untouched snow.

Plan ahead your perfect ski vacation at Gerlos: download the latest Gerlos piste map and explore the trails and lifts ahead of time to ensure an unforgettable skiing experience.

Families

Gerlos is a family-friendly ski resort, ideal for all skill levels with a variety of pistes and multiple ski schools providing lessons for children and beginners. The resort boasts family-oriented accommodations close to ski lifts and offers facilities like children’s adventure lands with fun slopes designed for young skiers. Besides skiing, families can enjoy a range of activities, including tobogganing, winter walks, and horse-drawn sleigh rides, making Gerlos a perfect destination for a family ski holiday with something for everyone to enjoy.

Activities

Snow activities: cross country skiing, tobogganing, snow tubing

Non-skiing activities: hiking, paragliding, horse back riding, winter walking

Gerlos après ski

Gerlos is renowned for its lively après-ski culture. The village is filled with a variety of bars, pubs, and clubs that come alive in the late afternoon with live music, DJs, and themed parties.

Gerlos restaurants

The culinary scene in Gerlos presents a delightful blend of traditional and modern dining experiences, offering everything from local fare to international options and upscale cuisine.

Galtür restaurants

Galtür's dining scene offers a delightful mix of traditional and modern culinary experiences, catering to a range of tastes and preferences. With around 50 dining options available, visitors can enjoy everything from simple, cozy Alpine huts serving hearty Tyrolean dishes to more sophisticated dining in hotel restaurants.

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