Mayrhofen

Travel Guide
Photo provided by © Austrian National Tourist Office/ Fankhauser
This Tyrolean treasure features some of Zillertal Valley’s best ski slopes, year-round glacial skiing and a dynamic après-ski scene with plenty of clubs and bars.

Mayrhofen is Austria’s gateway to the stunning ski slopes of Zillertal, or Ziller River valley, in between the Penken and Ahorn mountains. The ski resort offers runs for skiers and snowboarders of all abilities. Discover the snowboard fun park, the steepest marked run in Austria and exciting village nightlife. In summer, try scenic hiking, mountain biking and hang gliding.

Visit the Tyrolean village to explore the lively resort center. Hit the shops or the ski rental stores to get fully equipped for your activity of choice, if you didn’t bring your own gear. At the village, book ski school classes to prepare for the diverse ski runs on Mayrhofen.

Discover a range of slopes from beginner to expert. Mayrhofen is widely known for its selection of short, steep runs, perfect for experienced skiers looking to practise their downhill technique. Advanced skiers can explore miles of black runs, including the renowned Harikiri, the steepest groomed run in Austria that inclines at a fearsome 38-degree angle. The nearby Hintertux glacier offers ski slopes throughout all seasons.

Enjoy Mayrhofen’s other exciting activities. Try a trip on a Ski-Doo or go snow tubing, tobogganing and ice skating. Paragliding, horse riding and snowshoe hiking are also available.

Mayrhofen is almost as famous for its après-ski activities as it is for its slopes. Afternoon drinks in a mountaintop hut can turn into an exciting night out at the gondola station bars and village dance clubs. Visit Mayrhofen in early spring to experience Snowbombing, the biggest music festival in the Alps.

Mayrhofen has two major gondola cable cars that reach the peaks of Ahorn and Penken. In total, Mayrhofen has 53 lifts spanning 83.2 miles (134 kilometers) of marked slopes. Purchase a super ski pass to access all gondolas and lifts in the Zillertal. Mayrhofen is easily accessible via train from Vienna, Milan and Munich. The ski season runs from December until April.

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Glück auf
3 out of 5
Tuxerstrasse 730, Mayrhofen, Tyrol
The price is €173 per night from 15 May to 16 May
€173
per night
15 May - 16 May
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Mayrhofen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Ahornbahn Gondola and Penkenbahn Gondola ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
"I had the BEST time staying at Glück Auf in Mayrhofen! It’s hard to choose what I enjoyed most because the property, staff, location and amenities were basically perfect. I LOVED the room, the amount of space and cute decor made us feel so comfortable. The view of the mountains were jaw-dropping. ..."

Reviewed on 28 Mar 2024

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Neuhaus Zillertal Resort
Neuhaus Zillertal Resort
4 out of 5
202 Am Marktplatz, Mayrhofen
The price is €199 per night from 26 May to 27 May
€199
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Mayrhofen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Congress Zillertal - Europahaus Mayrhofen ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (21 reviews)
Lovely hotel
"We had a beautiful room which was upgraded to a suite on arrival. Room and hotel was very clean. Food at hotel was lovely and staff were really friendly. Spa area was good too"

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2024

Neuhaus Zillertal Resort
Vacation accommodation in the middle of the Zillertal mountains
Vacation accommodation in the middle of the Zillertal mountains
Ginzling
Stay at this apartment in Mayrhofen. Enjoy WiFi, onsite parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Naturparkhaus and Eberwald Ski Lift are located nearby. Discover ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (69 reviews)
Second visit to this beautiful place
"We stayed here 2 years ago and returned because we loved it so much. If you're looking for something quiet, in a beautiful little village that is close to Mayrhofen then look no further. We used the apartment as our base for skiing in the Zillertal Valley and all lifts were easy to get to in our ..."

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2020

Vacation accommodation in the middle of the Zillertal mountains
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Vacation accommodation in the middle of the Zillertal mountains
Vacation accommodation in the middle of the Zillertal mountains
Ginzling
Stay at this apartment in Mayrhofen. Enjoy WiFi, onsite parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Naturparkhaus and Eberwald Ski Lift are located nearby. Discover ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (69 reviews)
Second visit to this beautiful place
"We stayed here 2 years ago and returned because we loved it so much. If you're looking for something quiet, in a beautiful little village that is close to Mayrhofen then look no further. We used the apartment as our base for skiing in the Zillertal Valley and all lifts were easy to get to in our ..."

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2020

Vacation accommodation in the middle of the Zillertal mountains
Dreamlike alpine house in Mayrhofen near the lift
Dreamlike alpine house in Mayrhofen near the lift
Mayrhofen
Stay at this vacation home in Mayrhofen. Enjoy onsite parking, a garden, and barbecue grills. Popular attractions Eberwald Ski Lift and Ahorn Ski Lift are located ...
Dreamlike alpine house in Mayrhofen near the lift
Quietly located home with lots of privacy
Quietly located home with lots of privacy
Mayrhofen
Stay at this vacation home in Mayrhofen. Enjoy private pools, onsite parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Congress Zillertal - Europahaus Mayrhofen and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
Schöner Aufenthalt
"Gut."

Reviewed on 11 Dec 2022

Quietly located home with lots of privacy
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
13 Apr 2019

I love this place and have returned many times to experience the culture and skiing

3/5 - Okay

Karen
18 Feb 2019

The skiing was excellent but the town itself has lost its quaintness and become more about bars and drinking. It was quite noisy at night. We did go for a lovely walk through the woods and along the river which was fantastic. Summer would be great.