Offside the slopes
Sledding adventures, winter hikes and much more
Sledding adventures & hut atmosphere
Any real winter vacation here with us in the Zillertal simply has to include an old-fashioned sledding expedition, along with a stop at a mountain hut!
A selection of sledding hills in Zillertal: The longest sled run in Zillertal (also floodlit) is on the Hainzenberg. This 7 km-long sled run is a must for your wintertime visit to Gerlos. There is also a 1.5 km--long sled run in Krummbachtal (floodlit).
Romantic winter hikes
What makes a vacation unforgettable? It is actually during those special moments of "intensive life experiences". Enjoy a romantic stroll together - amid the gloriously snow-covered winter countryside of Gerlos and its five side valleys. And afterwards, allow your senses and sensibilities to enter a "realm of enjoyment" – perhaps during a sensual, aphrodisiac candlelight dinner here with us at the Hotel Kristall in Gerlos.
Or out on a snowshoe hike away from the slopes, cross-country trails and cleared pathways. Trudge through the winter forest, blanketed deep in snow, and experience a few things you don't do on a daily basis: wildlife watching, reading animals signs, pausing for thought at sunny scenic points, enjoying a meal at an alpine hut, holding your loved-one in your arms …
Western-Style Horseback Rides in Gerlos
Enjoy a wintertime, Western-style ride on surefooted Argentinean and American ranch horses. A very different kind of winter vacation!
Convivial Carriage Rides
A memorable experience during your winter holidays at Hotel Kristall in Gerlos. A horse-drawn sleigh ride through the snow-covered winter countryside of Hohe Tauern National Park. Info and sign-up available right here at the hotel.
