The hiking hotel in Tux
Wanderlust
350 kilometers of hiking trails and a valley that lies higher than the rest of the Zillertal. The Tuxerhof is the ideal base for a hiking vacation in Tux. Leisurely valley walks along the Tuxbach stream, high-altitude trails to rustic alpine huts, and paths up the Rastkogel with a three-valley view spanning the Inn, Tux, and Zillertal valleys - every tour has its own unique character. And for those who want to start right at the top: summer cable cars, a free hiking bus, and hiking taxis take care of the initial ascent.
The mountains surrounding the Tuxerhof
Peaks, as far as the eye can see
The Tuxerhof hiking hotel as a base camp
Let's go hiking
- 350 km of hiking trails
- 3 summer mountain railways open in Tux-Finkenberg (Finkenberger Almbahnen, Eggalm Bahnen, Hintertux Glacier)
- 7 additional summer mountain railways in the Zillertal
- free hiking bus in the Tux Valley
- hiking taxi
- wide selection of alpine huts
- Zillertal Aktivcard—available for purchase at the hotel with many benefits
- free hiking pass app
Tuxerhof - included Services for hikers & outdoor enthusiasts
Active Programme
- in-house hiking guide
- 3 guided tours per week
- free rental of hiking gear
- free water bottle to take home
- shoe-cleaning station
- hiking and excursion guides
Hikes with stops at mountain huts in the Zillertal Alps
Hiking and having a break at a hut
Everything tastes better after a hike. That’s not just my imagination - it’s based on experience. Here are three recommendations for hikes to mountain huts in the Tux Valley:
Höllenstein-Hütte & Grieralm
After the bridge, turn left and head uphill on the access road until you reach house no. 509. From there, continue on the gravel road (Trail No. 28) until the old mule trail crosses the path. The entire hike to the Höllensteinhütte (1,740 m) takes about 1.5 hours. Stay on the wide alpine trail. 900 m past the wide hairpin turn, the hiking trail branches off to the left through the forest and up to the Tapeneck (1,830 m). Passing the idyllic little Griersee, the Grieralm comes into view. From the hut, the well-marked Trail No. 22 leads down via the Tulferalm (1,700 m) to Madseit. Either cross the suspension bridge and then turn right toward the valley, or walk along the edge of the forest to the Nösslauhof (708) and then take Trail No. 12 to the bus stop.
- Round trip: 4 h
- Elevation gain: 650 m
- Difficulty: moderate
Waldhoarspitze-Grüblspitze
From the Eggalm Bahnen mountain station, Trail No. 33, which climbs gently, leads toward the Waldhoaralm and passes through the area above the tree line, passing beneath the Beillift. Trail No. 37 takes you on a leisurely hike over the southeast ridge of the Waldhoarspitze (2059 m)—covered in heather—to the Grüblspitze (2395 m). The final few meters to the summit are steep. In contrast, the descent on Trail No. 35 over the northeast-facing ridge—which runs toward the Rastkogel massif—down to the Beillift mountain station is less strenuous. The starting point of the hike is reached via the Ziehweg.
- Round trip: 3 h
- Elevation gain: 510 m
- Difficulty: moderate
Weitentalrunde
At the mountain station, turn right and follow the wide trail (AV Trail No. 324) uphill to the Tuxerjochhaus. We recommend taking a detour to the Tuxerjoch reservoir. Descend through the Weitental valley (AV Trail No. 326), which features magnificent alpine flora. Then follow secured Trail No. 17 past the Schleierwaterfall and descend to Hintertux.
TIP: Marmots—don’t forget your binoculars to spot them!
- Round trip: 3.5 hours
- Elevation gain: 300 m
- Difficulty: moderate
The Tux mountain peaks in the first light of day
Sunrise hike
While the valley is still asleep, we’re already up there. The Hintertux Glacier in the first light of day, the silence before dawn, a cup of tea in hand. The sunrise hike is one of those moments you’ll never forget in the Tux Valley.
- Starting in July, weather permitting
- As part of the Tuxerhof weekly program
- Tour selection depends on weather conditions and the forecast
Hiking in the Zillertal from spring to fall
Just set off
From June through October, the Tux Valley offers everything to make a hiker’s heart beat faster: panoramic views of 3,000-meter peaks, expansive alpine pastures, guided tours with local guides, and classic trails like the Berliner Höhenweg or the Peter Habeler Runde.
The Zillertal Aktivcard—available directly at the Tuxerhof reception desk—provides free mountain railway rides and numerous benefits in the region.
When you return in the evening, you’ll have truly earned a wellness session at the Tuxerhof, and at the Alpin Spa, you’ll find exactly what your tired legs and busy minds need.
Hikes in the Zillertal for experienced mountaineers
Mountain climbing in the Tux Valley
Want to go higher? The Tux Valley and the Zillertal Alps High Mountain Nature Park offer experienced mountaineers a vast area: 422 km², ranging from 1,000 meters in Ginzling up to 3,509 meters on the Hochfeiler - with countless routes, variations, and peaks that make the climb well worth it. Here are three mountain hikes we’d like to recommend:
Take the gondola from Hintertux up to the Sommerbergalm (2,100 m), the starting point of the hike. Alpine roses, St. John’s wort, and wild gentian provide a lovely contrast to the massive glacier, where imposing mountain peaks vie for the viewer’s attention. Once you reach the Kaiserscharte, on a clear day the view extends all the way to the Ötztal and Stubai Alps. Far below lies the village of Schmirn, to which Hintertux belonged administratively until 1926. On the other side, toward the Tuxer Joch, a lovely alpine pasture landscape opens up. At the Tuxer Joch House, it’s time for a refreshment break before descending leisurely through the Weitental valley, past the Schleierwaterfall, to Hintertux.
Key facts: Round trip 5 h | Elevation gain 545 m | Tip: Don’t forget your camera and binoculars!
From Lanersbach, take the hiking taxi to the Vallruckalm, where the ascent to the Hippoldspitze begins. You’ll visit the highest alpine pasture in the Zillertal, which has its own small power plant, accompanied by an unparalleled view of the Karwendel Mountains and the Zillertal Alps. The descent follows the same route or, alternatively, goes via the Nederjoch to the Nasse-Tux-Alm and back to Lanersbach.
Key details: Round trip 5 hours | Elevation gain 1,300 m
From Tux-Lanersbach, take the Eggalmbahn cable car for a leisurely ride up to 2,000 meters. From there, the trail winds its way up to the Beil (2,300 m) and continues with a gentle ascent to the summit cross of the Grüblspitze (2,395 m). A feast for all the senses: panoramic views of the glacier, fragrant herb meadows, and the chirping of crickets set the tone. Hikers in good physical condition can also visit the Torsee, a beautiful mountain lake nestled in nature, to cool off and relax their tired legs.
Key facts: Round trip 7 h | Elevation gain 766 m | Tip: Take a detour to the historic farms of Gemais