Route length: 22.9km loopEstimated time: 5hLoop routeHintertuxer Gletscher
Hintertuxer Gletscher is a winter sports area classified as landuse=winter_sports. It serves as a skiing and snow sports destination in the region.
Mayrhofen / Zillertal, Austria
A five-generation Pfister family resort at the entrance of Zillergrund Nature Park, powered entirely by its own hydroelectric station on the Ziller river.







The Ziller river runs alongside the building. Alpine forest climbs the slopes behind it. The Pfister family built the resort to disappear into this landscape, using stone and wood from the surrounding valley. Regional materials shape every surface. The 3,000 m2 spa opens toward the mountains through a double Sky Pool and glass-walled Sky Atrium. Rooms speak in whispers, not shouts.
Five generations have shaped a single principle here: in nature, with nature. The resort generates all its electricity from a hydroelectric station on the Ziller. Cleaning runs chemical-free through Medeco-Cleantec. Spring water flows from the hotel's own Ahornach source. This is not a sustainability programme bolted on. It is how the Pfister family has always run the place.
Hiking trails start directly from the resort into Zillergrund Nature Park. Guided e-bike tours run to the Grune Wand hut, a four-hour loop through alpine meadows. Rafting on the Ziller departs early morning. Bread baking courses and wine tastings fill quieter afternoons.
The weekly Mountain Activ Retreat pairs physical movement with stillness. Light meditation sessions balance the trail days. Sauna master Markus Gruber leads infusion rituals including the Wenik Ritual and Soft & Slow sessions. Winter brings guided hikes through snow-covered valley paths. Live music evenings round out the week.
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Route length: 22.9km loopEstimated time: 5hLoop routeHintertuxer Gletscher is a winter sports area classified as landuse=winter_sports. It serves as a skiing and snow sports destination in the region.
Area sceneryRoute length: 2.1km loopEstimated time: 28minLoop routeBiotop Wiesermoos is a protected nature reserve established in 1992, designated as a biotope with protection class 4. It offers opportunities for nature watching within its boundaries, ensuring the preservation of its natural environment.
Route length: 52.7km loopEstimated time: 11.5hLoop routeMayrhofen Hippach, also known as Ski Zillertal 3000, is designated for winter sports landuse. It is operated by Mayerhofner Bergbahnen and offers winter sports experiences.
Route length: 56.3km loopEstimated time: 12.5hLoop routeZillertal Arena is a landuse area dedicated to winter sports. It is recognized as a winter sports venue and has an official website for visitors.
Route length: 1.1km linearDifficulty: HardLinear routeHarakiri is an advanced downhill skiing slope that is regularly groomed using classic methods. It is known for its challenging terrain and is documented on Wikidata and Wikipedia, highlighting its significance in skiing.
Route length: 1.1km loopEstimated time: 15minLoop routeFreizeitpark Zell is a named leisure park that operates under Freizeitpark Zell GesmbH. It is intended for recreational activities and wellbeing in Zell.
Route length: 1.6km linearEstimated time: 21minDifficulty: MediumLinear routeThe path 7A is designated for mountain hiking and does not allow bicycles. It is a footpath rated for mountain hiking scale, ensuring a more challenging terrain.
Route length: 4.3km loopEstimated time: 57minLoop routeSchutzzone Objektschutzwald Lämmerbichl Südhang is a forest and wildlife protection zone with winter seasonal restrictions. Access is conditionally discouraged from December 1 to April 15 to protect sensitive habitats.
Straight-line distance from hotel: 12 km directThe Hochgebirgs-Naturpark Zillertaler Alpen is a protected nature reserve located in the Zillertaler and Tuxer Hauptkamm region. It is officially designated as a Ruhegebiet and Naturpark, ensuring natural tranquility and preservation of the landscape. Visitors can enjoy scenic hiking opportunities and abundant wildlife observation in this alpine environment. The park is managed with a strong focus on conservation and nature protection.
Route length: 2.5km linearEstimated time: 11minDifficulty: HardLinear routeIss-Flow 1-3 Singletrail is a downhill cycleway with a ground surface. It is a one-way trail designed specifically for bicycles, excluding foot and horse traffic.
RockySeven seats a small room with a big ambition. Every Friday at 6:30 p.m., Chef Mr. Saul presents a 13-course menu that moves through Tyrolean flavours with precision and restraint. On other evenings, a six-course gourmet dinner runs the same philosophy at a gentler pace. Vegetarian options mirror the full menu in structure and care.
Sourcing stays close. Eggs come from local farmers. Cheese and milk arrive from the Alpine dairy in Ziller Valley. Water pours from the resort's own Ahornach spring. The Bewusst Tirol award confirms what the kitchen practises daily. The bar Herrmann & Frieda keeps the evening going with wine and cocktails.
The 3,000 m2 SPA Deluxe area spreads across multiple levels. A double Sky Pool floats above the valley. The Sky Atrium fills with natural light and mountain views. Below, the indoor Ziller pool and a natural Kneipp pond offer cooler contrasts.
Sauna master Markus Gruber runs the event sauna programme. Sessions include Happy Body exfoliation, Soft & Slow infusion, and the birch-branch Wenik Ritual. The Nature Spa uses regional natural cosmetics. Guests drink Ahornach spring water throughout their stay. A Kneipp course winds through the outdoor grounds, connecting water, air, and alpine grass underfoot.
The Pfister family frames sustainability as a five-generation responsibility: from generations, for generations. Their guiding principle, 'In nature. With nature.', shapes every operational decision. This is not a layer added to the business. It is the foundation the business was built on.
A hydroelectric power station on the Ziller river covers 100% of the resort's electricity. Pellet heating handles the rest. All food carries the Bewusst Tirol certification, sourced from Ziller Valley farms and dairies. Cleaning uses the chemical-free Medeco-Cleantec system. Spring water comes from the property's own Ahornach source. Regional stone and timber form the walls guests sleep behind.
Stone, timber, and Tyrolean craftsmanship run through the rooms, all with mountain views and balconies overlooking the Zillergrund valley. The range spans compact Alpine singles and classic doubles through king-bedded premium rooms, generous multi-room suites in spruce and stone pine, and two spa suites with private hot tubs for couples wanting a quieter end to a long day on the hill.

#Alpin Dream Premiumsuite
A premium suite offering a luxury alpine living experience with nature-inspired design.

#Zillerelfe Premiumsuite
A premium suite named after the local Ziller river, blending innovation and tradition.

#Alpin Zirbe Premiumsuite
A premium suite featuring Swiss stone pine (Zirbe) design elements characteristic of Tyrolean alpine interiors.

#Alpin Fichte Premiumsuite
A spacious premium suite suited for families, featuring spruce (Fichte) design elements.

#Alpin Lodge Spa Suite
A spa suite in the Alpin Lodge building, connected above and below ground with lift access.

#Mountain Lodge Spa Suite
A spa suite in the Mountain Lodge building, connected above and below ground with lift access.

#Alpin Lodge Design Suite
A design-focused suite in the Alpin Lodge building with nature-inspired organic materials and finishes.

#Mountain Lodge Design Suite
A design suite in the Mountain Lodge building with nature-inspired finishes.

#Zillerelfe Premiumroom
A premium room in the Zillerelfe category, available in varying sizes.

#Mountain Soul Comfortroom
A comfort room with mountain views and nature-inspired design.

#Mountain Love Doubleroom
A double room with mountain views and a romantic alpine ambience.

Mountain One Single Room
A compact contemporary Alpine single room designed for solo travelers who want a quiet, practical base in the mountains. It features a premium box-spring bed, a small loggia or balcony with views of the Ziller river, and a clean, modern…

Mountain Feelings Double Room
Mountain Feelings is one of the larger double rooms and offers a more spacious experience for two guests. Compared with the smaller doubles, it gives more breathing room and feels closer to a junior-suite style accommodation while still remaining in…
Step into Zillergrund Nature Park. Sleep beside the Ziller river. Feel the power the Pfister family has protected for five generations.
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