Gerlos Ski Resort Guide
Gerlos, Austria
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| Recommended For | Intermediates, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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| Total Piste Length | 115km |
| Highest Lift | 2,300m |
| Resort Height | 1,250m |
| Nearest Airports | Innsbruck Airport and Munich |
| Save on Ski Hire | Save up to 50%  |
Gerlos
Gerlos is a charming ski resort nestled in the Zillertal Valley. With a variety of slopes and stunning views, it's perfect for all winter sports enthusiasts.
Summary
Gerlos offers access to over 140 kilometers of ski runs, catering to skiers and snowboarders of all levels. It is part of the larger Zillertal Arena, ensuring a vibrant and diverse skiing experience.
The ski area of Gerlos is in the Austrian Alps at an altitude of 1,250m, with 115km of marked runs.
Gerlos is part of the Zillertal Arena ski area with access to 143 marked pistes, served by a total of 112 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Gerlos itself (115km of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Zillertal Arena ski resorts of Königsleiten and Zell am Ziller.
With ski lifts as high as 2,300m, snow cover is generally reliable.
Snow and Weather
Gerlos enjoys good snow reliability, with average snow depths of around 100 cm during peak season. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
When will it snow in Gerlos?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Gerlos.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Gerlos Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 7 | 11km |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 44 | 114km |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 20 | 40km |
| Downhill Total Length | 115km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 12km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 40 | |
Zillertal Arena Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 14 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 89 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 40 | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 112 | |
Gerlos Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,300m |
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| Lowest Piste | 1,250m |
| Resort Altitude (Gerlos) | 1,250m |
| Max Vertical | 1,050m |
Ratings & Suitability
| Intermediate Skiers | |
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| Snowboarding | |
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| Apres-Ski |
Skiing
The Gerlos ski area features elevations ranging from 1,300 to 2,500 meters. Notable pistes include the challenging 'Königsleiten' run and the family-friendly 'Gerlosstein' while key lifts such as the 'Isskogelbahn' and 'Zillertal Arena' ensure efficient access to the slopes.
Gerlos offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate skiers.
Ski Lessons in Gerlos
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Gerlos Ski Schools and Gerlos Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will find excellent terrain parks in Gerlos, including the 'Blue Tomato Snowpark' which offers various jumps and features for all skill levels. The wide-open runs provide ample opportunities for freeriding.
Location and Map
Where is Gerlos?
This ski resort is in the Austrian Alps in Politischer Bezirk Schwaz, Tyrol.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Gerlos is Innsbruck Airport, 70 minutes drive away.
Munich, Salzburg and Bolzano airports are all within three hours drive.
Gerlos is easily accessible via Innsbruck Airport, approximately 80 km away, with well-connected road routes. Alternatively, Munich Airport is about 180 km from the resort.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 40 ski lifts are able to uplift 52,450 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 71km of ski runs, with 319 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Gerlos open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is early December, and usual closing is Late April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Gerlos Webcams
The Webcams in Gerlos are not always up-to-date. Please check the date on the image to ensure you are seeing current snow conditions.
Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, Gerlos boasts lively après-ski options. Notable spots include the 'K1 Club' for nightlife and 'Bergrestaurant' for a cozy dining experience.
