An Austrian Ski Adventure

Zell am Ziller is perfectly placed at the gateway to the sublime ski area, the Zillertal Arena. It is the largest skiing area in the Zillertal Valley, boasting 143 kilometres of slopes and 52 state-of-the-art ski lifts. Whether you're cruising the blues or you're a seasoned skiing superstar in pursuit of more challenging red runs, Zell am Ziller has it all. You're almost guaranteed a winter wonderland, as the Zillertal region has a fantastic snow record.

Today, you'll be given your lift pass, ready for tomorrow's adventures on the slopes. Your Ski Tour Manager will be able to answer any questions you may have and show you how to get the most out of your week's skiing.

This evening, you'll get to know your fellow travellers better over a welcome drink in the cosy Bräu Bar. Why not try a crisp, golden Zillertal beer from the hotel's heritage Tyrol brewery? We'll then indulge in a delicious dinner of traditional Tyrolean cuisine in the Bräu restaurant. Each meal is lovingly created using family recipes handed down through the generations. You'll always have your own private twin or double room, a calming haven where you can relax after a day on the slopes.

Your Ski Tour Manager will organise a meeting point at lunchtime, so you can all catch up over a tasty meal. If you are hungry to explore further, they will be able to suggest some fantastic routes for you to try in the afternoon – miles of unspoilt natural beauty await you. 

There's plenty to keep you entertained on this holiday. Enjoy all the delights the spectacular Zillertal Valley has to offer – try out the world's longest natural toboggan ride, go snowshoe trekking and join invigorating cross-country ski runs. Austria's spectacular mountain scenery is just like a Christmas card brought to life.

If you'd prefer a day away from the slopes, why not go hiking in the hills and breathe in the fresh mountain air. Zell am Ziller is also home to the Freizeitpark Zell, a leisure park where you can try out indoor winter sports including ice skating and curling. The park also houses a modern bowling alley, ideal for an evening out with new-found friends.

After all that adrenaline, you'll be ready for an après-ski drink in one of the rustic ski huts dotted throughout the arena. Head to the Bräu Spa – a sanctuary complete with a Finnish sauna – to pamper yourself with an invigorating massage. Rest your tired muscles in thermal whirlpools and relax in the herbal steam baths.

Dinner will be served each night in one of the Bräu hotel's historic parlours, decorated with oil paintings and original blacksmith lamps. Over dinner, your Ski Tour Manager will help you plan for the next day's adventure.