The summer months from June to September are ideal for a holiday in Gerlos. During this time, you can expect pleasant temperatures, open cable cars and perfect conditions for hiking, biking and outdoor adventures.
Summer activities
Summer adventures in and around Gerlos
Imagine a place where the mountains are within reach and summer feels like an endless invitation to outdoor adventure. In Gerlos, it’s about far more than biking and hiking. Here, the vastness of the Alps blends with a mix of activities that get every (adventure) heart racing. Outside, you’ll find sunny mountain tours, panoramic trails, bike adventures and plenty of fresh alpine air.
Inside, you enjoy generous space in stylish apartments or suites with a balcony – perfect for families, couples or your group of friends. Share breakfast, cook together in your own kitchen, make plans for the next day in the mountains or unwind in the private sauna house after an active day. That’s what a summer holiday in the Zillertal feels like.
Hiking & biking in the Zillertal
More than hiking & biking: your summer in Gerlos
Beyond hiking and biking, Gerlos reveals its more adventurous side in summer. Expect small challenges, big nature moments and experiences that make your Zillertal summer holiday even more diverse.
Cooling off at Durlassboden reservoir
Sometimes the perfect summer day simply calls for a dip in the water. Just about a 5-minute drive from Fräulein Nannerl, the Durlassboden reservoir awaits with pleasantly warm temperatures. Whether you try stand-up paddling, go for a swim or simply relax on the sunbathing lawn – summer feels effortless here. Especially lovely: the relaxed circular walk around the lake with cosy places to stop along the way.
Climbing in the Zillertal
Around Gerlos, a world unfolds for climbers that makes every mountain lover’s heart beat faster. The region offers routes for every level, from gentle ascents to challenging via ferratas. A highlight is the Gerlossteinwand alpine via ferrata. This route winds majestically through the mountain landscape and challenges climbers with its dynamic course.
High ropes course & Flying Fox
Can you feel the excitement already? High up in the trees at the Gerlos high ropes course, the Flying Fox with 31 stations lets you glide from tree to tree. But the park offers more than just fast-paced rides; it’s a playground of rope bridges, swings and balancing courses that test your skill and courage.
Riederklamm waterfall & canyoning
The Riederklamm waterfall in Gerlos is a true natural spectacle, where powerful masses of water plunge dramatically into the depths, creating a fine mist that dances in the air. For us, it’s an absolute highlight for anyone who loves climbing. Not far from here, another adventure unfolds: canyoning in the Schwarzach gorge. Dive into a labyrinth of water and rock, where you abseil, slide over smooth stones and jump into hidden pools.
Family holiday in the Zillertal: exploring together outdoors
Gerlos makes family holidays in the Zillertal wonderfully easy. With the Family Active Programme, children explore the mountains together with their parents – full of variety and highlights like atmospheric torch-lit hikes. For teenagers, the Arena Teenies Programme adds more action: biking, climbing or canyoning provide just the right level of adventure to make summer unforgettable. And the best part: many of these experiences are included with the guest card – perfect for shared holiday moments, big and small.Tips for family holidays in the Zillertal
Right outside: little adventures on your doorstep
At Fräulein Nannerl, outdoor time continues in the most relaxed way. While the grown-ups unwind on the terrace or reflect on the day, little guests have their own adventure waiting right outside: a playground with a slide tower, swing and sandpit. On warm days, our new water channel offers the perfect way to cool off – just what you need after an active day in the mountains. And as the evening slows down, cosy seating and our fire bowl invite you to end the day together.Cooling off right outside your door
When summer days heat up, refreshment is never far away. Right next to Fräulein Nannerl flows a clear mountain stream from the Schönachtal – icy cold, invigorating and perfect for a spontaneous cool-down. Many of our guests make the most of it on hot days: feet in the water, a deep breath, and simply enjoying the moment.From Zell to Gerlos: great benefits with the TopCard
With every stay at Fräulein Nannerl, the TopCard is part of your package. In summer, it gives you free and unlimited use of the Isskogel cable car in Gerlos and the Dorfbahn in Königsleiten. You’ll also enjoy many additional discounts and perks – for example at the Zell leisure park, the Mayrhofen adventure pool or the Gerlos high ropes course.