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Gerlos

General information
The Gerlos resort is situated in the charming Gerlos valley in the midst of the Zillertaler Austrian Alps. At 1 250 meters above the sea level, the resort is within a direct vicinity to ski slopes, lake and river. It takes part of the vast and beautiful Zillertal valley that is surrounded by numerous mountains and breathtaking panorama. Though usually defined as one of the smaller ski stations in Austria, Gerlos offers impressively vast scope of opportunities for an unforgettable holiday – amongst the unique beauty of alpine nature and the excellent conditions for winter and summer sports.

Winter activities
Winter welcomes you with a network of 1300 m of skiing runs and 35 lifts available for ski fans in Gerlos. Still, the resort offers direct access to 115 km of downhill pistes – variety of the skiing terrain and perfect snow cover. The snow season at this altitude (1245 m) lasts longer and you can always count on enough quantity of it. The runs are suitable for all abilities – from expert to beginners. Advanced skiers will really love it and beginners have the opportunity to learn under the guidance of the local skiing school instructors. And more – Gerlos offers a special skiing school for your children so the winter entertainment of your whole family is guaranteed. The closest city to Gerlos is Innsbruck and you can easily reach the charming mountain resort from Innsbruck airport. There, in the Gerlos valley, you will have the winter holiday you’ve been dreaming of – entertainment, friendly bars and cafes, excellent hotels, a lot of fun and most of all - best skiing conditions with lots and lots of alpine white snow! Gerlos is a paradise for snowboarders. It has a perfectly equipped boarding park and great boarding runs. If you are an ardent cross-country skier you will enjoy the 30 kilometers of mountain trails affording you to admire the magnitude of the Alps in one of their high points. Guided walks are also recommended to tourists willing to know better the splendor and mysteries of the mountain. You can also practice all kind of winter sports - from tobogganing to skating, as well as relax and enjoy in the fitness center or practice other recreation activities offered by the excellent hotels in Gerlos.

Summer activities
Summer in Gerlos welcomes you with great opportunities for sports and wellness to provide you a sense for well-being. Relaxation or active exercising, everyone can choose the best r to spend unforgettable holiday. Nature lovers can take advantage of the 850km of hiking trails for all kind of abilities and enjoy the views to the surrounding Zillertaler, Kitzbühler and the Tuxer Alps. Gerlos is a perfect starting point for summer excursions, as it is the highest village in the Zillertal Valley, set in a secluded environment. You can reach incredible places with splendid landscape – mighty alpine ranges, crystal-clear lakes, forests and alpine meadows. What else can you do there in summer includes climbing, mountain biking on the 232 km of trails, tennis, squash and many others. This is a great place where to escape from the summer heat and spend a truly relaxing and refreshing holiday. Possibilities for water sports are available such as swimming, windsurfing sailing, rafting and boating in the Durlassboden reservoir. After strenuous activities, evenings will be romantic and enjoying at the comfortable hotels and houses.

Additional information
Besides sports Gerlos attracts tourists from all over the world for it is home of various festivals and events, such as Alp festivals or mountain fairs. If you are lucky, you could assist a concert of a world-famous pop-star, for square concerts are also a tradition there. The pleasure of Apres ski is in its full glamour in Gerlos. Plenty of mountain restaurants will warm you up in the cold winter evening offering you excellent food and cosy alpine atmosphere. You can visit some of the local bars or cafes before going to a nightclub or enjoy a night walk around the resort.

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