📜 Zillertal Arena is a premier ski destination in the Austrian Tyrol, encompassing four interconnected resorts: Zell am Ziller, Gerlos, Königsleiten, and Hochkrimml. It is the largest connected ski area in Zillertal and Salzburg Pinzgau, offering 150 km of pistes and 52 lifts, with elevations from 580m to 2500m. # Why Go ⛷️ Expansive network of 150 km of varied slopes, ideal for long ski safaris. 🚠 Modern, high-capacity, and comfortable lifts, many with heating and bubbles. ❄️ Excellent snow reliability and well-groomed pistes, even in spring. 🎢 Numerous freestyle, racing, and children's attractions like snowparks and fun slopes. 🌅 Early morning skiing and illuminated toboggan run. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly with kids' zones and ski schools. 🎉 Lively après-ski and traditional Tyrolean charm. 🏂 Diverse winter activities: tobogganing, snowtubing, ice skating, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, winter hiking. # Why Avoid ⚠️ High popularity can lead to crowds, especially on main transit routes and at valley lift stations. 🛣️ Extensive connecting paths may require significant travel time between areas. 💸 Skipass prices are relatively high. 📉 Lower base altitude can impact snow. 🚶 Lifts not directly in village centre. 🏔️ Limited advanced terrain compared to larger resorts. # Tips 🅿️ Free parking available at all main lift stations. 🚌 Complimentary ski buses operate frequently in Zell am Ziller. 🗓️ Optimal stay duration is recommended for 3 to 6 days to explore fully. 🗺️ Explore the Arena Tour to experience all four sub-areas in one day. 🌙 Try Moonlight Skiing & Dinner for a unique evening experience. 🏞️ Don't miss views of the Krimml Waterfalls or High Tauern National Park. 👶 Beginners thrive in the Rosenalm area. 🗺️ Intermediates can explore loops into Gerlos or Königsleiten. # Cost 💰 Daily adult skipass 76 EUR (2024/25 season), multi-day Zillertaler Superskipass available. # Hours 🕒 Lifts generally open at 8:30 AM and close at 16:30 during the winter season (e.g., 05.12.2025 - 12.04.2026). 'Good Morning Skiing' available on select days in March. # Wheelchair Access ♿ Rosenalmbahn offers barrier-free entrance for comfortable boarding.