Family holiday in the Zillertal in winter
Winter holidays with children in the Zillertal
When the majestic mountains of Tux transform into a snow-covered winter wonderland, the most magical time of the year begins for families. Sparkling powder snow, sunny ski slopes right on your doorstep, and countless experiences for guests of all ages make a family holiday in Tux truly unforgettable.
Whether it's taking the first turns in the children's ski area, enjoying a fun sledding adventure together, visiting the Hintertux Glacier, or simply spending cozy hours in the snow, winter in the Tux Valley perfectly combines outdoor adventure with precious family moments.
"The most beautiful family memories are made in the snow."
Ski- & Glacier World Zillertal 3000
5 Skigebiete
✓ Eggalm
✓ Rastkogel
✓ Finkenberg
✓ Penken/Mayrhofen
✓ Hintertuxer Glacier
Pisten & Lifte
✓ 202 km of slopes
✓ 66 ski lifts
✓ over 600 hectares of skiable terrrain
Schneesicherheit
✓ Ski- & Glacier World Tux 3000 from December until April
✓ Austria’s longest ski season on the Hintertux Glacier
✓ Glacier Circuit: 60 km of diverse runs and more
Ski Vacations with Kids
Learn to ski where the pros train
The family skiing fun begins right at the hotel: The Eggalmbahn is just a few minutes’ walk away, and you can glide right into the Zillertal 3000 ski and glacier world in the comfortable gondolas. Three-quarters of the slopes are easy to intermediate—ideal for families and beginners.
✓ Wide beginner slopes & easy family runs
✓ Funslope & Kidsslope Hintertux with steep turns, mogul runs, and snow tunnels
✓ Child-friendly on-site ski schools: Tuxertal Ski School & Tux 3000 – children’s courses for ages 3–4 and up
✓ Colorful children’s gondolas to the Eggalm ski area
✓ Sun-drenched skiing with a breathtaking mountain panorama
“Whether it’s your first turns or a day of skiing together—learning to ski is made easy in the Zillertal.”
Kids' Areas in the Tux Valley
Taking Your First Swings in the Snow in a Fun Way
For the youngest skiers, the Tux Valley offers three dedicated children’s areas where skiing becomes an adventure—complete with magic carpets, carousels, mascots, and plenty of fun.
- Eggalm Kids’ Park: right next to the Eggalmbahn mountain station—ski carousel, magic carpet, baby lift, and snow tubing, plus the Bärenroute kids’ run
- Pepi’s Kinderland at Penkenjoch: practice area with conveyor belts—in case of bad weather, Pepi’s Kids’ Club at the Granatalm offers a climbing wall, hockey, Lego Soft, a slide, and a movie theater. The mascot, Pepi the Bear, is often there in person
- Flohpark Hintertux: Practice area run by Gletscherfloh Luis with conveyor belts, beginner lifts, and a carousel—no ski pass required here
The ski schools in the Tux Valley offer courses specially tailored to children of all ages—from the first snowplow turn to carving.
Planning a family holiday in the Zillertal in winter
Child-friendly winter holidays in Tux
Tux in the Zillertal is the perfect place for an unforgettable family winter holiday in Tyrol.
The combination of slopes right on your doorstep, children’s play areas, toboggan runs and the guaranteed snow on the Hintertux Glacier makes the region a true winter paradise for families.
- Skiing & children’s play areas in the Zillertal 3000 Ski and Glacier World
- Hintertux Glacier with a 365-day snow guarantee
- Tobogganing, ice skating & winter hiking for the whole family
- Children’s ski schools right on site
- Quality time together in the snow
We look forward to welcoming families to Tux this winter.
“Spending winter days together turns a holiday into real family time.”
Winter Fun Off the Slopes
More Than Just Skiing
Even without skis, there’s plenty to do in wintery Tux-Finkenberg. From thrilling toboggan rides to leisurely winter hikes and special family adventures in the snow—every day of your vacation here becomes an adventure.
- Tobogganing: three illuminated natural toboggan runs with rustic places to stop for refreshments
- Ice Skating & Curling: natural ice rink with curling lanes
- Snowshoeing: guided tours through the snow-covered winter landscape
- Winter Hiking: 68 km of cleared winter hiking trails
- Cross-country skiing: 28 km of groomed trails on-site, many of which are illuminated
- Horse-drawn sleigh rides & children’s paragliding at Eggalm/Rastkogel (ages 6–14)
Hintertux Glacier
365 Days of Guaranteed Snow on the Glacier
The Hintertux Glacier is Austria’s only year-round ski resort and guarantees snow 365 days a year. While other ski resorts are just getting started for the season, powder snow is guaranteed here as early as October—perfect for families who want to get an early start on winter.
- Guaranteed snow from October through early summer
- Slopes up to 3,250 m with breathtaking panoramic views
- Natural Ice Palace: Ice caves & frozen waterfalls inside the glacier
- Spannagel Cave: Largest marble show cave in the Central Alps
- Hotel shuttle service & ski bus stop just a 3-minute walk away
“Where there’s always snow, the magic of winter begins as early as fall.”
Bad weather programme
Family fun even in the rain
Indoor-Highlights
✓ Natur Eis Palast
✓ Spannagel Cave
✓ Mayrhofen Indoor Water Park
✓ The Upside-Down House (Schwaz)
Fun & Action
✓ Visorium Mayrhofen
✓ Bawa Fügen
✓ Kaboom Kaltenbach
✓ FeuerWerk Fügen
✓ Alpenzoo Innsbruck
Culture & Sights
✓ Swarovski Crystal Worlds
✓ Zillertal Regional Museum
✓ Tratzberg Castle
✓ Kufstein Fortress
✓ Schwaz Silver Mine
✓ The Golden Roof, Innsbruck
Family-Friendly Destinations
Winter Adventures for the Whole Family
Most children’s ski lessons in the Tux Valley are for children ages 3–4 and up. At the three children’s play areas (Eggalm Children’s Park, Pepi’s Kinderland, and Flohpark Hintertux), even the youngest children can learn their first turns through play—under the guidance of experienced ski instructors right on site.
The Eggalmbahn is just a few minutes' walk from the hotel, and the gondola takes you to the ski area in about 8 minutes. The ski bus stop for the Hintertux Glacier is only a 3-minute walk away, and the hotel also offers its own shuttle service.
Yes—there are three children’s areas to choose from: the Eggalm Children’s Park with a magic carpet and snow tubing, Pepi’s Kinderland at Penkenjoch with a kids’ club, and the Flohpark Hintertux, where no ski pass is required. There are also wide beginner slopes and the Hintertux Funslope.
There’s plenty to do off the slopes: sledding on three illuminated natural sledding runs, ice skating and curling, snowshoeing, winter hiking on 68 km of cleared trails, and horse-drawn sleigh rides.
Yes—thanks to its high altitude, the Zillertal 3000 ski and glacier area is guaranteed to have snow until the end of April. The Hintertux Glacier, Austria’s only year-round ski resort, guarantees excellent snow conditions 365 days a year.
Family Vacation Deals in the Zillertal This Winter
When the snow enchants the mountains
Winter in the Zillertal means guaranteed snow and fun for the whole family. Our family packages ensure unforgettable days—discover our current offers.
✓ 7 nights including full board
✓ Special Family Package with higher children reductions
✓ 100% guaranteed snow
✓ ex 2 adults/2 children (6+9y)
✓ 7 nights including full board
✓ Special Family Package with higher children reductions
✓ 100% guaranteed snow
✓ ex 2 adults/2 children (6+9y)
