Zillertal Arena Ski Resort Guide
Zillertal Arena, Austria
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Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners and Snowboarders! |
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Highest Lift | 2,410m |
Lowest Lift | 930m |
Nearest Airports | Innsbruck Airport and Salzburg |
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Zillertal Arena
Zillertal Arena offers a diverse skiing experience across Austria and Germany. With extensive slopes and vibrant après-ski, it's perfect for all winter sports enthusiasts.
Summary
Zillertal Arena is a popular ski resort featuring over 143 kilometers of slopes suited for all skill levels. Visitors can enjoy a combination of beautiful scenery, modern lifts, and well-groomed pistes.
The ski area of Zillertal Arena comprises the ski slopes of Gerlos, Königsleiten and Zell am Ziller.
The ski area includes 3 Ski Resorts with a combined total of 143 marked pistes, served by a total of 112 ski lifts. The appropriate Lift Pass allows you to ski or snowboard in any of the ski areas of Gerlos, Königsleiten and Zell am Ziller.
With ski lifts as high as 2,410m, snow cover is generally reliable.
Snow and Weather
Zillertal Arena typically enjoys reliable snowfall, with an average snow depth of 50-150 cm throughout the season. For the latest snow conditions, be sure to check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
When will it snow in Zillertal Arena?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Zillertal Arena.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
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 |
Zillertal Arena Altitudes
Highest Lift | 2,410m |
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Lowest Piste | 930m |
Ratings & Suitability
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Skiing
The Zillertal Arena encompasses several peaks, including the Penken and Ahorn mountains, with elevations reaching up to 2,500 meters. Notable pistes include the challenging black run on the Gerlosstein and the family-friendly Arena run, served by lifts like the Zillertal Arena gondola and the Rosenalmbahn.
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Ski Lessons in Zillertal Arena

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Zillertal Arena Ski Schools and Zillertal Arena Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will appreciate the terrain parks, particularly the Arena Snowpark, which features various jumps and rails for all skill levels. The resort also offers well-maintained slopes ideal for freestyle riding.
Location and Map
Where is Zillertal Arena?
This ski resort is in Gerlos, Schwaz, Austria.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Zillertal Arena is Innsbruck Airport, 70 minutes drive away.
Munich, Salzburg, Bolzano, Klagenfurt, Memmingen, Friedrichshafen, St. Gallen-Altenrhein and Linz airports are all within three hours drive.
Zillertal Arena is easily accessible via major airports like Innsbruck and Munich. The resort is well-connected by road, with shuttle services available from these airports to the ski area.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
There are 112 ski lifts.
Season Dates
When is Zillertal Arena open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, the après-ski scene at Zillertal Arena comes alive. Popular spots include the lively Bobo's and the cozy Arena Bar, where visitors can enjoy drinks and live music.