ACHENSEE, THE GLITTERING JEWEL OF TIROL

A holiday at Achensee - not just an outdoor experience..

The Achensee is home to the Tirolean rock oil, the only shipping in the state and the oldest steam cog railway still operating in Tirol.

In the middle of breathtaking natural grandeur

Winter holiday at Achensee

The unique landscape surrounding Tirol's largest lake speaks for itself: snowcapped peaks, five picturesque villages and a winter wonderland...pure enchantment.

Paired with perfect holiday offers from alpine and cross-country skiing, ski touring or winter hiking to trend sports like  snowkiting or paragliding in winter, a holiday at Achensee has everything you could wish for.

Enjoy the magical snowy winter landscape and a breathtaking panorama.

The skiing areas in the Achensee region are a dream for all winter sports and nature lovers.

  • Achenkirch ski area - 27 kilometres of piste
  • Pertisau ski area - 14 kilometres of piste
  • Maurach ski area - 14 kilometres of piste
  • Top highlight: AIR ROFAN - fly down the mountain at 80km/h
  • Steinberg and Planberg ski areas / Wiesenlifts in Pertisau approx. 1 kilometre of piste for families and beginners

Experience the exhilitation of skiing on the slopes of the Rofan and Karwendel mountain ranges, elegantly glide along cross-country tracks through glittering snow or race downhill on a toboggan. If you fancy something really different, give snow biking or snow kiting a go.

Winter activities

If you'd like an active sport holiday or rather relax and simply enjoy the wonderful nature ...

Cross-country skiing

Cross-country skiing

Unlimited cross-country skiing enjoyment on over 200 kilometres of tracks

Snow shoe & winter walking

Snow shoe & winter walking

More than 150 km of cleared winter walking tracks through the Karwendel National Park

Tobogganing

Tobogganing

6 natural toboggan runs from 0,8 to 4,8 km in length for exhilarating fun

Hot air balloon rides

Hot air balloon rides

Float above the Achensee lake in the crystal clear cold air.

Horse & carriage rides

Horse & carriage rides

Like in a romantic fairytale, riding in a carriage through the glittering landscape

Ice skating & ice curling

Ice skating & ice curling

At the Atoll Achensee Centre with ice rink and curling lanes

And trend sports like snow biking or snow kiting etc. - more info under www.achensee.com